If you've visited my blog before you'll know I like to show how fashion can be for everyone, no matter your age, size, or shape. And more importantly I like to think I show how to make your wardrobe work that little bit harder and ensure each piece is versatile enough to deal with our fast paced lives.
Bakerboy Hat New Look (old) similar here
Sunglasses ASOS £12.99
Jacket Next (old) similar here
Jumper Dress TkMaxx (old) similar here
Boots Zara (old) similar here
So welcome please the jumper dress; the perfect piece to take you through autumn in to winter, dress it up, dress it down, you'll surprise even yourself with this one. Because believe me there is more than one way to wear it, but still look fabulous at all times and of course stay super cosy always. My jumper dress (above) is from last year and I picked it up from TkMaxx for a bit of a bargain I think. But just for you I've linked some alternatives below. Because a grey knit really is the best thing since sliced bread. You can wear it with colours, throw some patterns at it or keep it simple and smart with black accessories.
Oversized Sweater Dress Zara £39.99
Knitted Wool-Blend Dress H&M £34.99
Ribbed Grunge Funnel Neck Jumper Dress Topshop £39.00
Knitted Wool-Blend Dress H&M £59.99
Greuy Cable Knit Asymmetric Jumper Dress River Island £45.00
So style Tip No.1 for the jumper dress; you don't have to wear it as a dress. Because I know not everyone loves getting their legs out, especially when the weather is less than ideal. I fell in love with this knit from Next (below) and would love to have been brave enough to wear it on its own. I decided to go for the next best thing though and wear it layered with a mini skirt. This trick means you still have your legs out but don't have to worry about showing off a little too much. I also had this layered with a vest so this jumper became more of an outerwear piece for me.
90's Metal Round Sunglasses in Gold ASOS £12.00
Gold Tone Twist Earrings Next £8.00
Red Statement Spliced Sweater Next £30.00
Cherry True Bucket Bag Topshop out of stock similar here
Faux Leather Skirt Zara old similar here
Black Suede Western Ankle Boots New Look £34.99
If you like the look with the skirt but aren't so keen on the mini then try a midi length skirt. This look could be dressed up with heels or worn with trainers for a casual look. My rule when playing around with hemlines though is to stick to just 2 lengths. Therefore with a longline knit and midi skirt, my advice would be to got for a jacket/coat the same length as the jumper.
Turtleneck Dress &Other Stories £69.00
High Neck Oversized Jumper Dress Vero Moda @ ASOS £45.00
Relaxed Jumper Dress in Stripe Daisy Street @ ASOS £27.99
Colour Block Jumper Dress PrettyLittleThing @ ASOS £25.00
Contrast Trim Midi Jumper Dress Noisy May @ New Look £26.00
Knitted Polo-Neck Dress H&M £34.99
Of course any of these jumper dresses could also be worn with trousers or jeans. I love playing with textures and styling a long line jumper with leather trousers (pleather on my budget), or for an easy everyday look just throw over some jeans. I love the bright colours available o the high street at the moment, perfect for cheering up a grey wintery day. Red *hint hint* is the colour of the season so that's where my heart lies at the moment.
Cable Knit Sweater Zara £49.99
Knitted Dress with Slouchy V Neck and Tipping ASOS £32.00
Long Sleeve Knit Dress Zara £19.99
Turtleneck Side Slit Pocket Cable Knit Sweater Dress Romwe £20.30
A cream knit will prove just as versatile as a grey knit, it just means you have to be a little bit careful around those sticky fingers. Personally it's not really my daughter I have to worry about its more me and my inability not to spill/drop things. I'm really keen on the knit above though so might just have to brave it this time. I will style it with ripped jeans and boots come winter. For now while we're still just about clinging on to blue skies the skirt underneath is definitely my go to.
Jumper Dress with Ruffle Detail Vero Moda @ ASOS £35.00
Cable Knit Dress Zara £39.99
Roll Neck Sweater with Textured Pockets Zara £49.99
Long Boucle Knit Sweater Stradivarius £29.99
Hopefully I've shown how a jumper dress really can be for everyone. For this trend bigger really is better & more is always more. So when it comes to knitwear this season take it oversized and down to your knees. Layer accordingly and surprise yourself at just how many ways one jumper can be worn.
Style Inspo
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Kelly Lou
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