12 Refreshingly Cool Ways to Wear Turtleneck Sweaters

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When it comes to a winning marriage of chic and cozy, nothing beats the turtleneck. The versatile basic is, without a doubt, the unsung hero of our cold-weather wardrobes. Whether you opt for a thick, chunky sweater or a tissue-thin, formfitting turtleneck to layer, it'll unquestionably add an air of sophistication to every outfit. A simple black turtleneck is striking in its simplicity. When worn in a colorful print or color, it can add a bold statement to your outfit.

There are myriad ways to wear one this season. A simple beige or black turtleneck looks gorgeous when paired with a trending chain-link necklace or statement drop earrings for a day-to-night look. Add a turtleneck under a button-down shirt and pair with wide-leg trousers for an Insta-worthy outfit, or layer a thin one under a slip dress for a chic fall ensemble. However you wear it, there's something uniquely powerful about a turtleneck, and you'll never regret buying one. Scroll below to see all the refreshingly cool ways to wear fall's most versatile basic, and shop our favorites on the market.

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It's all about layering your turtleneck in chic ways this cold-weather season. Try a blazer over a button-down over a chic black fitted turtleneck for a winning look.

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An ivory turtleneck is the perfect neutral base for a colorful vest or jacket.

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Opt for a pop of color to add a vibrant touch to your outfit. Try a longline cardigan over an autumnal mustard turtleneck, and pair with relaxed pants.

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Lean into the equestrian trend, and layer a lightweight turtleneck with a fitted cardigan, a blazer, leggings, and riding boots.

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The only thing sleeker than an all-black ensemble is pairing it with a chocolate-brown puffer coat. Refreshingly cool.

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For a minimal-chic look, pair a fitted oatmeal-hued turtleneck with a sleek high-waisted midi skirt and barely there sandals (or leather knee-high boots when the temps start to drop).

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Bold plaid pieces are trending for fall/winter and into the grunge trend we saw on the runways. It's the perfect piece to pair with a neutral turtleneck this season. Finish the look with stomping boots and a classic black blazer.

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Simply add a longline blazer and logo tights to a classic black turtleneck dress for a chic day-to-night look. 

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Turtlenecks and check blazers are a match made in heaven. For a fresh touch, add relaxed wide-leg trousers and sneakers.

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Get more longevity from your utility jumpsuit this season by layering a colorful turtleneck underneath it. Pastel blue pairs particularly well with beige.

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Mix textures. Try a turtleneck with a mixed woven texture and wear with other plush fabrics, such as shearling and corduroy.

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Turtlenecks are the perfect layering piece. Wear as the base layer under a button-down shirt (worn slightly open) and finish with a long coat to keep the look interesting and elevated.

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This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated. Up next, I Like My Outfits Simple With a Hint of Trendiness—These 7 Looks Are It.

Judith Jones
Senior Fashion Market Editor

Judith is the senior fashion market editor at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for nearly a decade. Judith started on the Shop Who What Wear team, creating content and managing a team of merchandisers for the Who What Wear shopping app. She later crossed over to the editorial team, where she shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands in her shopping-focused stories and social takeovers. She has become one of the top affiliate earners during her six plus years at Who What Wear. Before working in fashion, Judith was a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) and shared her passion for travel and food. She studied at the prestigious London Academy of Dramatic Arts as well as Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York. She later studied fashion merchandising and design, which laid the foundation for her career in fashion.


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