Knitted sweater - warmth and comfort for cold weather
How nice to feel the warmth of knitted things. In memory of caring grandmother's hands, enveloping everything around with their comfort and tenderness.
Modern sweaters have not lost this homely romance, however, their styles have become more diverse, which means you can safely go in search of stylish knitted items.
Features
Sweater is present in the wardrobe of every woman. This knitted product can warm, harmonize with any bottom and stay in the trend for many years, improving and altering.
The main feature of the sweater is the presence of woolen threads. They can be completely natural, and can include mixed fibers and are suitable for spring and even summer.
Views by season
The fashion for sweaters is moving with great speed. If earlier they were only an attribute of winter clothes, now sweaters are suitable for any vagaries of the weather.
In the spring
Spring is the time when you want to quickly throw off fur coats and coats and dress in something stylish and light. However, the weather at this time is still so changeable. Sweater - a symbiosis of style and warmth.
Acrylic, knitwear and wool are perfect for a cool season. You should not choose sweaters with voluminous collar and too gritty knitting, they characterize the winter version. Knitting medium and small, complemented by a floral or geometric print will complete a light and cozy sweater.
Summer
Vintage style sweaters successfully represent summer models. Their delicate lace knit creates unique patterns. Lace knitting can be knitted or from other natural lightweight materials.
Translucent sweaters of this type are successfully combined with tops and blouses, which are worn under the bottom of the product.
Winter
In winter, the sweater is extremely popular. When choosing it, it is important to pay attention to models with long sleeves and a length that covers the hips.
Materials:
- due to its naturalness, sheep wool protects the body from cold and overheating;
- Cashmere sweaters have high wear resistance, not to mention the special softness and tenderness of the material;
- Angora wool sweaters are lightweight and attractive. This fluffy soft product will certainly delight its owner, however, not for long, because Angora tends to roll in places of friction on other clothes.
Stylish models
Designers annually present stylish styles of sweaters, providing fashionable women with a huge assortment of fashionable and warm clothes.
Asymmetric
Asymmetrical sweater has a loose fit. To the surprise, he shortens the front and lengthens the back, emphasizes the female figure, creating casual casual chic. Models reaching mid-thigh are combined with blouses and elongated tops, and voluminous long models are good in combination with leggings and skinny jeans.
Wide
A voluminous wide sweater that appears several sizes larger than necessary is at the top of popularity. It can be worn by all the girls, without exception, hiding the excess for the free cut and increasing the missing volume.
The advantage of a wide sweater is its versatility, it is worn on a dress, blouse, top or T-shirt, as well as on a naked body.
Sweater dress
Celebrities and fashionistas around the world have long used the sweater dress as an element of fashionable everyday wardrobe. Thanks to its numerous styles, it is suitable for girls and women of different ages and types of shapes.
The ideal length of the dress-sweater is the length of the knee.Slender ladies can afford dresses and above.
Models below the knees indicate the age of the owner.
Among the styles you can find fitted models with a high waist and a tulip skirt.
High waist combined with a full figure and perfectly hides all the flaws.
Thin
A thin sweater will suit your casual look. He will appeal to lovers of semi-adjacent silhouette and business style in clothes. A thin sweater can be worn both independently and over the top of a blouse.
Cropped thin sweaters - the trend of the last season. Models to mid-waist combined with inflated trousers and skirts.
On one shoulder
One shoulder sweater creates a flirty and playful look. This model is much more frank than a high-necked sweater, and women of fashion use this successfully.
Advantages of a sweater on one shoulder:
- warm and at the same time not hot;
- hides full hands and extra centimeters at the waist;
- makes the “inverted triangle” shape proportional.
Such models are made from both thin and thick woolen threads.
With lace
Creating a fresh collection of clothes for the cool season, the designers added delicate notes to women's sweaters. Thin lace appeared on the bottom edge of the sweater, on the sleeves, shoulders and even the back. The first option creates the illusion of a lightweight and airy lace top worn under the bottom. The lace in the models coincides with the basic tone of the sweater or differs by several colors, but the overall color scheme, as a rule, always coincides.
Boho style
Boho style is experiencing a new heyday. The combination of bohemian chic and hippie style steadily entered into modern fashion. Boho sweaters are comfortable and cozy. Fine knitting, translucency and openwork pattern - that is what distinguishes the models in this style.
To create the exact image of a boho, a thin sweater is put on a loose top or a dress with a floral print.
Bare shoulders
Off-shoulder sweaters are versatile. Designers include them in summer and winter, autumn and spring clothing collections. Thin sweaters with open shoulders are performed in a single color, because the open zone of the shoulders is the main focus of the model. Models for winter are made in beautiful textured knit with braids and other stylish patterns.
Tied back
The back tie is another sexy version of the sweater. The satin ribbon strings provide a bow that holds a deep cut on the back.
A sweater with an emphasis on the back appears annually in summer collections, because such a model does not imply the presence of underwear and any top for a sweater.
With throat
Choosing a sweater for winter, you can confidently focus on the model with a throat. This closed style is made of wool threads and provides warmth. The throat can fit snugly to the body, or it can be wide. Tight-fitting sweater adds volume to the figure, emphasizing the extra centimeters, so it is wiser for full girls to pay attention to models with a free neck.
Raglan
Fearing excess volume, many girls deny themselves wearing warm sweaters. However, the raglan sweater is the very ideal model suitable for all girls. Its feature is in the form of a sleeve, which is knitted together with the shoulder part and later sewn with the main piece of the future sweater.
Such a sleeve is often used in the manufacture of models with an open shoulder area and a deep neckline. Materials, styles and prints can be very different.
Chanel style
Coco Chanel's feminine style often has responses in modern models of sweaters. So, the Chanel-style sweater is a closed cut, natural fabrics, straight or semi-adjacent silhouette. Coco Chanel preferred things with a clearly defined silhouette, so a sweater in this style does not tolerate a high or low waist.
Bat
The name of the sweater "bat" was due to the original shape of the sleeves.It is worth raising your hands and they will begin to be associated with the wings of these unusual animals.
Fashion for these sweaters began after the appearance of kimono in stores in the 40s. Until now, this model is popular, because it perfectly models the figure, thanks to the free top and narrow bottom.
With hood
A sweater with a hood can be considered convenient and practical. This model is indispensable for the cold season and is suitable for casual and sporty style.
Hoods on a sweater are made of various forms. So, the hood in the form of a yoke successfully replaces the cap, and the volumetric hood expands the shoulder area, making the silhouette proportional. Sweaters with hoods, tight to the head, indispensable for sports recreation.
On yoke
The yoke on the sweater is a separately connected neck of the sweater, which includes the back and shoulder area. Later, sleeves are sewn to the yoke.
Sweaters on the yoke look very gentle, because the top of the sweater is always decorated with unique knitted patterns. In addition, a sweater on a yoke does not add volume to women's shoulders, but on the contrary, creates sloping soft lines.
In the style of Ruban
Designers Julia and Alisa Ruban pleased slender fashionistas, creating a very gentle and warm sweater model. This style has a voluminous viscous, lowered shoulder and ends at the waist, where the elastic belt securely fixes it.
The sweater is worn on one or bare both shoulders. Soft long sleeves, lanterns are often rolled to the elbows.
Types of Mating
Depending on the knitting method in the sweaters of the same style, it is difficult to recognize related models. The nature of mating directly affects the warmth, bulk and beauty of a sweater.
Large
A large knit is a large knit stocking, alternating with vertical braids. As a result, these elements create a very soft and cozy sweater.
Coarse knitting from thick yarn allows you to create volumetric shapeless sweaters that are so popular this season. Large loops of this model are associated with the painstaking work of needlewomen.
Bulk
Bulky binding is beautiful and multifaceted. Dividing it conditionally into groups, the following types can be distinguished:
- openwork knitting;
- offset loop design;
- fantasy patterns.
All favorite stripes, braids, snakes and diamonds are types of bulk knitting.
Shawl
Knitting, called the garter, is now widely used for socks, sweaters and sweaters. But in the past, according to the means of this mating, women made comfortable handkerchiefs for themselves, which could be worn either by one or the other face. The seamy look of the resulting web is no different from the front one, and this is the secret of the durability of the garter-knit sweater.
Braids
Scythes are subtypes of bulk binding and are obtained by moving the loops. 3 or 4 bundles are connected in the skilled hands of skilled workers without gaps, forming the same braid. In rare cases, you can see a sweater, made entirely of braids. This model looks hard and creates a general feeling of congestion. Only alternation of styles allows you to create unique and stylish things with braids.
Knitting oblique or oblique knitting looks very gentle. For sweaters in such knitting use thin threads and create summer models, as well as thick wool - to create a bulk sweater.
Thick
Winter sweaters are thick knit. Thick, thick woolen threads are woven into loose loops and voluminous braids. This model of sweater pleases with its warmth, but at the same time adds volume to the figure, so only slender girls can give preference to it.
Wide
Wide mating this season adorns women's hats, scarves and sweaters. Some very large knitting masters knit hands without the use of knitting needles, creating very voluminous soft models.
Irish
Irish mating with its lace patterns in a knitted fashion rightfully takes the first place in beauty and complexity.Separately connected patterns, flowers or geometric shapes are later sewn into a single canvas. Such a sweater has an adjacent silhouette.
Openwork
Sweaters associated with the use of openwork technique, represent a versatile version of clothing, suitable depending on the yarn for any season. So, lace knitting is widely used in summer translucent models, and sweaters made of thick yarn and lace patterns are a practical option for a cool season.
Pearl
Knitting, resembling a scattering of precious stones, was named pearl. Sweaters of large and small pearl knit have relief protrusions on their surface. According to the structure, it is so dense and warm.
Wrong side
With the help of the purl are created comfortable everyday models. Such sweaters can be worn over the blouse and be an element of business style, and can have a free cut and present the image in a casual style.
Honeycomb
Knitting honeycomb is a fantasy on the theme of natural motifs. So, the result of this technique resembles a honeycomb. Patterns in the form of a circle are harmonious in sweater models, however, they are able to visually enlarge a figure.
Drawings and prints
Most modern sweaters are decorated with fashionable stripes, patterns, embroidery and patterns.
Angry birds
Cartoon characters Angry Birds loved by many television viewers. Funny images of birds immediately settled on children's notebooks, briefcases, sweatshirts and sweaters.
Young girls just could not resist the charm of these heroes, and now stylish hooded sweaters are already decorated with a trendy print.
Striped
Strip - a classic pattern for sweaters. It is achieved by changing yarn for specific rows. One of the most popular colors is a white sweater with a black or any other contrasting stripes.
With embroidery
Embroidery and even cross stitch harmoniously complements knitted sweaters. With the help of a smooth surface, bright floral motifs and folk motifs appear on the sweater. Cross-stitching will allow you to create a unique model of your own sweater, however, you shouldn’t forget that it is possible only on a garter stitch.
With Aran
The sweater, decorated with Irish Aran, is an exact reflection of the knit braids. Plaits, being located on a sweater, form plain patterns. Arana sweater is loved by men and women, thanks to the homely look and softness.
Rhombus
Diamonds often adorn sweaters for office wardrobe. Thin models are worn over blouses and shirts, as well as worn on their own with classic skirts and trousers.
The diamonds on the sweater are made in similar colors. So, a popular business option is a white sweater with black and gray diamonds.
Norwegian pattern
Flowers with sharp, almost geometric outlines represent the Norwegian pattern. This print is decorated with warm winter sweaters. Particularly popular Norwegian print on a yoke. Among the colors of the classic is considered to be blue and red.
Actual colors
The colors of the sweaters have always pleased with their diversity and richness, because it is in the cool season that one wants a special intensity of colors.
Red
The red color allows you to keep the image of a daring and flirty nature even in a voluminous sweater. Often this shade of a sweater decorates the Norwegian pattern and a floral print.
A red sweater in winter is not the best solution. The skin with a bright blush on its background will take on a scarlet color even more, making the face tint unhealthy.
Gray
A sweater in gray is a stylish and at the same time dangerous combination with the wrong selection. The fact is that neutral gray and closed style sweaters can turn even the brightest girl into a gray mouse. In order not to lose the image, choose flashy accessories in the form of playful straps, pendants and headbands.
Yellow
The yellow color of this season is embodied in a trendy mustard shade.It is this rich, but slightly muffled yellow decorating sweaters in new collections.
Mustard sweater is shown to girls with any appearance, exceptions - the owner of a yellowish skin tone.
The black
Black colors effectively emphasize the silhouette, so the one-shoulder models and the tight-fitting cut are so popular in this shade.
Bulky black sweaters are worn over bright dresses and combined with skinny jeans.
Two-tone
In the fresh collections of designers presented a sweater, combining two different shades. Mustard and gray, gray and pink, white and yellow and many other contrasts were successfully reunited in the new models. The coquette of the sweater is sewn of the yarn of the same color, and the bottom continues in the color of the other, but always matching the top of the sweater.
Maroon
This season, burgundy opened in a burgundy shade. This rich wine tone has a special depth and greater brightness than the classic burgundy.
Burgundy sweaters are often used in business style models, as well as in the trendy preppy style.
Pink
Pink color is one of the most feminine and romantic colors. Understanding this feature, the designers decorated the sweaters of this color with satin bows on the back, lace patterns and lace knitting.
Violet
Purple color is in fashion. This was stated by designers, filling their collections with lavender, eggplant, plum, blackberry and violet shades.
Bright colors emphasize the youth and freshness of young girls, and deep and rich - they will tell about the determination and courage of older girls. Bulky sweaters look airy and light in lavender. Grape and plum shades perfectly emphasize the silhouette, fitting the figure.
Multicolored
A sweater of various shades is obtained by alternating between yarn of different colors. In this case, a stylish striped sweater appears.
A sweater using a single yarn, but with multi-colored threads, is a model in which several colors merge and intertwine.
Green
Bulky sweater shade lush grass today is incredibly popular. They are worn with a contrast skirt or over the dress, combined with skinny jeans and trousers.
The actual shades today are emerald, mint and the color of bottle glass.
Blue
Blue along with pink characterize youth. However, the freshness of blue shades is colder. Soft blue shades in combination with a voluminous sweater personify the airy image of a cloud, they can be worn in the warm season. More saturated colors are suitable for winter time.
White
Light colors create a very cozy and homemade sweaters. So, a white sweater is a classic warm winter sweater with three-dimensional patterns in the form of braids.
Models of white sweaters are diverse, however, more often you can find elongated models with a large surround collar.
Materials
The material is one of the key links in choosing the perfect sweater. It depends on the fabric how warm and comfortable the model will be.
Of mohair
Mohair is the natural wool of the Angora goats. This wool is incredibly soft and gentle, and therefore beloved in both children's and adult wardrobe.
Choosing an angora sweater, you can be sure of its warmth. Mohair sweater is chosen for the winter and spring season, because due to the high degree of breathability and moisture absorption, there is no heat in the angora.
From thick yarn
Thick yarn is one of the most relevant materials for creating a voluminous sweater. Choosing it as a raw material, it is important to pay attention to the smoothness and thickness of the threads, it should range from 5 to 6.
Cashmere
The most pleasant and soft are cashmere sweaters. Such products have a high price, because they are made from undercoat cashmere mountain goats.
Cashmere does not irritate the skin, gently enveloping it.The sweaters of this material are warm despite its subtlety and lightness.
Length
Now, speaking of the sweater, it is not necessary to represent a warm model with a throat, safely covering the hips. Designers create new collections with fresh ideas for sweaters, designed not only for excellent thermal properties, but also for aesthetics.
Short
A short sweater is presented in bulk version. This style with a volume viscous comes to the length of the waistline. Such a model is harmoniously complemented by inflated trousers and skirts, as well as dresses of simple cut.
A short sweater can have a ruban-style elastic at the bottom and emphasize a feminine silhouette, and, on the contrary, can create a shapeless and showcase casual style.
With extended backrest
Sweater with lengthening on the back - this fashionable and warm novelty of the last seasons. The style of such a sweater is often free, and the knitting is large and embossed.
Girls with a flat tummy can afford short models just below the waist and lengthening the back to the waist, they are beautiful in tandem with elongated tops and blouses. It is important for women of magnificent forms to cover the inguinal zone, therefore models should be chosen elongated, resembling a tunic.
A long
Elongated models successfully make up a casual free style, and are also indispensable for the cold season.
Long sweaters are presented in styles:
- sweater dress;
- sweater to mid thigh.
What to wear
Fashion dictates the new rules of wearing a sweater. Now it can be worn over a dress or combined with a fashionable flared skirt. It is worth remembering that such tandems relate to bulk sweaters.
Sweaters of the adjacent cut emphasize the advantages together with a pencil skirt, skinny jeans and trousers.
Choosing an image, you can not forget about the proportions. Only very thin girls can afford to look stylish, combining volume bottom and top. The rest of the girls should think about focusing on a specific part of the body.
How to decorate
Ways to decorate a sweater directly depend on its style. So, elongated models gird with thin leather straps or belts in the form of a chain. Models with a closed neck or a modest neckline “boat” look more stylish if supplemented with a long pendant. a round neckline is combined with a small necklace under the throat, and models with ¾ sleeves look more effective when there are several volume bracelets.
The main thing in the selection of accessories - to know the measure. Some models with bright embroidery or flashy ornaments and do not need additional decor.
How much is
The cost of a sweater is proportional to the material for its manufacture. The most expensive material is cashmere, models from sheep's wool - a variant with a democratic price.
It is also worth remembering that machine binding is cheaper than manual, therefore, when purchasing a sweater to order, be prepared to pay for the work of skilled craftswomen’s handles.
Stylish images
The sweater will help to create a fashionable and comfortable bow not only for women, but also their companions, as well as beloved children.
Baby
A warm white sweater of a free silhouette, complemented by a Norwegian pattern, will be a practical winter element of the wardrobe. The throat and lower back of a young fashionista in such a model is safely hidden.
This season's fashionable two-tone sweater was embodied in children's clothing collections. Warm milk sweater with coffee inserts on the yoke looks very cute and stylish.
Woolen navy sweater with braids is indispensable for boys in the cold season. It can be worn on your own, or you can combine it with a casual shirt.
Even the smallest fashionistas can easily wear a white sweater for a baby in a wide yoke. Blue-yellow ornament adds a model of children's brightness and spontaneity.
For girls
A light lace sweater with waves of various colors is an option for young girls who want to be the center of attention. White, orange and blue are in harmony with this model, and short shorts complete the look.
A multi-colored boho sweater will suit hippie-chic lovers. This comfortable model has a lengthening on the back and fine knitting, which allows wearing this model even on summer evenings.
For teens
A navy blue sweater will be an alternative to a boring school jacket. A buttoned blouse is the final attribute of a fashionable look for a school.
A gray sweater, knitted in a honeycomb technique, is suitable for a teenage boy. Thanks to the volume knitting in this sweater will not be hot, even with active movements.
For women
A thin sweater with a drop droplet will be a great addition to the business style of a business woman. Delicate lavender color will bring calm and conciseness to the image.
A warm blue bat sweater will hide your arms and belly, and a thin belt will mark the waist.
V-neck sweater - a model suitable for women with curvaceous. Emphasis on the chest and a free fit will mask the body flaws and highlight the merits.