Sunday, September 19, 2010

Knitty, Knitty, Bang, Bang

The chilly weather has officially arrived and Fall is just a few days away! So you know what that means in the Midwest…SWEATERS and chunky ones at that. It’s time to cozy up in these snuggly pieces and layer as you like underneath. Start getting excited for the chunky knit cardigans, fun scarves, and my favorite must have in the knit category; the poncho.

This bulky, fringe cardigan by Camilla and Marc is edgy, yet a little dressier than your everyday cardigan. I would drop the money on this right now, but seeing as I am just over 5 feet tall I think I may look a little like a furry stuffed animal if I wore this.

The newest accessory that I have seen this season in knits is a fabulous mess of a scarf called the “Maxi Scarf”. It sort of looks like a bunch of dreadlocks slung around your neck, but with a very simple colored top it would be a complete outfit in seconds.

If your not one to jump at the sight of said maxi scarf, go for last year’s must-have which is the infinity scarf. This bundle of yarn is still very much on trend and is a great way to stay warm.

I also still really like the knit Uggs. They come out with a new style every year but, this shorter, beige pair are just what the doctor ordered:



Looking for one more way to fit this trend in as an accessory? Try a knit newsboy hat! Great for a bad hair day and strong enough to stay on during the windier days.

A lot of times knit sweaters tend to stay on the earth tone color palette, so throw a little color into your wardrobe with an off the shoulder version in an eye catching color. This one by Catherine Malandrino is the perfect option:


I am also a fan of anything you can wrap yourself into when you’re running errands or walking in the blustery weather. This draped cardigan or this cape by See by Chloe will do the trick!


If only I could get my hands on this gorgeous Missoni poncho…paired with dark skinnys and amazing brown boots it’s a perfect city ensemble.

Again, if you wanted to add a little more color, this See by Chloe poncho has a rainbow of colors to brighten a rainy day.

Stella McCartney makes this luxe grey zip-up sweater that is practical for everyday, yet could be worn with jewelry, skinnys, and a hott pair of black booties for night!




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