This Throw-On Trend Is My Key to Looking Elevated in a Hurry
Knitted co-ords have become my new favourite thing to wear of late. Pre-styled enough to feel considered and more directional than a mere dress but essentially matchy and therefore easy to throw on, this is cosiness combined with being put-together. These warming combos always look sophisticated (just make sure they aren't too clingy), yet they couldn't be simpler to throw on each morning.
So it's perhaps no surprise, then, that throughout winter, knitted co-ords, in variations of trousers and skirts and cardigans and jumpers, are always spotted all over Instagram, and I've already seen some stellar autumn variations appearing too. There's something to be said for wearing knitted co-ords with your chunkiest of boots—the juxtaposition of hardwearing leather and the ultra-soft wool will never fail. However, they also make for the ideal low-key going out outfit—just add patent boots or some slingbacks.
Keep scrolling to see some of our best knitted co-ord favourites for the months ahead.
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The contrasting texture of the ribbed details adds to the polished feel of this set.
You can choose different sizes in the jumper and skirt for this one.
The placement of the pattern and silhouette are incredibly flattering. Layer it up with a white shirt or roll neck in the colder days of winter.
Just stunning. I particularly love the neckline and collar detail.
Dress up or down, depending on the mood. Either way, you'll be cosy in this set.
These would look super polished with a pair of pointed-toe heeled ankle boots.
Why not try a mini skirt knitted set? They go so well with knee high boots.
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This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
Hannah Almassi is the Editor in Chief of Who What Wear UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was headhunted to launch the UK sister site and social channels, implement a localised content strategy and build out the editorial team. She joined following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine, where she led front-of-book news, fashion features and shopping specials as fashion news and features editor. With experience in both print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 16 years in the field as a journalist, editor, content strategist and brand consultant. Hannah has interviewed industry heavyweights such as designers including Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson through to arbiters of taste including Katie Grand and Anna Dello Russo. A skilled moderator and lecturer specialising in the shift to digital media and e-commerce, Hannah’s opinion and work has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com, among many others. Hannah is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits. Hannah currently resides in Eastbourne with her photographer husband, incredibly busy son and highly Instagrammable cat.
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