As we move into the warmer seasons, I'm ready to shop some lightweight items that I can use as extra layers during spring but which also hold their own during summer. As a fashion editor, my wardrobe is naturally brimming with cotton tees and ribbed vest tops, but I'm looking to elevate my capsule collection with an equally versatile yet interesting design.
Beloved by French women, you know spring has arrived in Paris when you see the city's fashionable dwellers plucking pointelle knitwear pieces from their wardrobes, and it's this classic and relaxed wardrobe basic that I'm shopping right now.
Pointelle is inspiring a host of Brit girls this season too, as Google searches for "pointelle knitwear" have surged over the past few days. Evolving from the coquette aesthetic that dominated over the winter months, the pointelle knitwear trend taps into similar cutesy energy through intricate detailing, form-fitting designs and girlish motifs including hearts and flowers.
From Dôen's puff-sleeve knitted top to Topshop's lightweight tee, there are plenty of pointelle pieces to shop right now, whatever your budget. Read on to discover our favourite pointelle knitwear items on the market.
SHOP THE POINTELLE KNITWEAR TREND:
This light beige shade is so easy to work into a capsule wardobe.
The skin-hugging finish makes this perfect for lightweight layering.
This also comes in a dark grey shade.
The trend often surfaces in in dress form, too.
Wear with wide-leg jeans or style with a corduroy pair.
Swap your basic cotton tee for this spring-ready style.
Style on its own or layer underneath a blazer.
The pale blue colour trend is taking off this season.
Alaïa's fit and flare dresses are a fashion person's favourite.
Baby tees style so well with high-waisted trousers.
Style with suede knee-high boots or wear with a heel.
This pale pink shade styles well with burgundy and red.
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