Knit and Neat: Men’s Guide to Perfecting Knitwear Fashion During the autumn and winter, men often find themselves grabbing multiple pieces of garment in their cupboards for their daily fabric ensemble.Autumn and winter fashion should not result in a cacophony of seemingly random shirts and jackets. Where many fall short, though, is the choice of knitwear that would complement the look. Men should realise that the days of being limited to plain, neutral, and striped knitwear are long over. Today’s gentlemen have more options in cold weather ensembles.
Coloured knitwear Men are no strangers to coloured clothing pieces, as this is an easy and safe option in most cases. The fear of striking hues such as yellow or red should be gone now, as it is fairly easy to even it out with the right blazer or trousers. Seasonal colour is a good choice to inject in the typical smart casual outfit, like layering a tweed blazer with a burgundy jumper paired with a white shirt and blue tie for a timeless look. Dark blue denim trousers offset the chicness of the top half to create the balance of the smart casual appearance, followed up by a finish of brown boots.
Graphic knitwear The idea of graphic pieces has become a trend over the years, but its concept remains a vague image.It can range from panelling to geometric shapes and not the detailed images on tees. Its best asset, however, is its versatility. Graphic knitwear works best as part of a transitional ensemble, especially when sporting it with a coat of autumnal colour to carry the outdoorsy look. Setting it up with heavyweight trousers and a pair of work boots adds a complementary texture that binds the outfit together.
Patterned knitwear Knitwear has always enjoyed a good relationship with patterns, although this particular style is often bolder and difficult to neutralise.Men who want to wear this sho uld be ready to pull it off with pride. A printed cardigan would be an ideal outerwear replacement thrown over a denim jacket and shirt for some layering mix to create depth and texture. Black jeans might raise the alarm for denim-on-denim, although the contrasting shades can mask this. This works best with grey shoes and a driving cap to elicit that transitional outfit. Cold season fashion may be challenging for most men, but with the right pairing of textures and layers, it is possible to pull off with style.
Resources: http://www.firelabel.co.uk/shirts-and-knitwear/ http://www.fashionbeans.com/2013/mens-statement-knitwear-autumnwinter-2013/ http://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/style/dresser/galleries/knitwear/best-knitwear-andtextured-accessories/topman-design