Winter’s best ally, the turtleneck sweater is a classic, absolutely timeless. Perfectly marrying sophistication and comfort, this flagship piece also shines with its versatility. Here are the 30 most desirable styles of the season, from the latest collections.
Favorite sweater of the Café de Flore intelligentsia, also worn by jazz musicians of the 1950s, the turtleneck is one of the most versatile pieces in our wardrobe. As soon as the temperatures cool down, we like to take it out of the closet … Whether it is plain, printed, thick or thin, its sober shape brings a little sophisticated touch to any outfit.
From street styles to Fashion Week catwalks, we’ve spotted it everywhere this season. Available in countless versions, influencers and other trendy fashionistas take great pleasure in twisting it with their own sauce, revealing very stylish looks in the process. Over a long romantic dress, sublimating a skirt or even tucked into jeans with a pretty belt… There are so many ways to wear it. Small instructions to adopt it with a lot of panache this winter.
How to choose your turtleneck?
Smooth, thick, twisted, mottled or adorned with a jacquard pattern, the turtleneck sweater flatters all body types. So, if you want to camouflage a few shapes, you can opt for a voluminous version, an oversized strand, which is proving to be super trendy this season … The alternative? The model is well adjusted and close to the body, which sublimates the curves in a very feminine way. The most daring can have fun breaking the rules with sweaters with XXL sleeves or even declined in crop top mode!
In terms of colors, you will be spoiled for choice. Besides the classic winter colors – black, navy, gray, camel … – you will also find it in flashy colors such as apple green, orange, pink or even lilac.
In terms of materials, no more synthetic! We recommend natural fibers, such as cashmere or even pure new wool, 100% merino.
With what to wear the turtleneck sweater?
Classic, preppy, sporty or chic, whatever your style, the turtleneck adapts to everyone, which here represents its great added value! On mornings when you don’t have the time (or energy) to devote to your outfit, simply pair a turtleneck sweater with jeans or other corduroy pants. Add a straight coat or wool blazer on top, and voila! You can also play the modern card with a leather jacket.
If you are more into shorts / skirt, this combination also works very well since the turtleneck goes perfectly with any type of skirt: mini, midi, skater, pencil, or wide! This duo can be accessorized with pretty heeled ankle boots or over the knee boots, for a more glamorous look.
For a casual-chic outfit, you can also wear your turtleneck over a long dress or even under a slip dress to infuse it with a super sophisticated touch.
The fashion statement to follow? Mix oversized pieces with other fitted pieces and vice versa. Thus, an oversized knit will look great with a leather mini-skirt, while a close-fitting turtleneck will enhance boyfriend jeans.