Sharyn GreensteinMany of us BA50’s want to look chic and fashionable, without sacrificing comfort. We want to be able to relax and enjoy ourselves when we are socializing without feeling restricted and confined in a too-snug outfit. If you are looking for the comfort of a sweatsuit, but the polish of a more elevated outfit, one stylish and trendy solution is to wear knitwear. This season we are seeing beautiful knit dresses, skirts, trousers, and matching sets, often in relaxed, forgiving silhouettes which suit all shapes and sizes.
If you prefer to wear neutrals, there are soft muted greys, camels and off-whites which look sophisticated and are easy to mix and match with the rest of your wardrobe. If you gravitate towards color, you will find lots of fabulous options including mustard, red and burnt orange, some with on-trend color-blocking too. Below are my top pics for knit outfits that look chic but don’t sacrifice comfort for style!
Just as chic as it is comfy, this effortless set from Free People is featured in a soft waffle knit fabrication with slouchy Henley top and high-rise, wide-leg pants for an all-around relaxed look. In 3 colors.
Your favorite sweater—but with a twist; featuring a sweater-knit maxi dress with turtleneck neckline and coordinating slouchy sweater for the perfect day-to-night look from Free People. In 4 colors.
This ribbed knit set looks very stylish yet will be so comfortable to wear. Also in black from Mango.
Vince’s exceptionally soft, boiled cashmere polo features a close-to-the-skin fit and sweeping V neckline. Pair it with their camel ribbed wool cashmere A-line swing skirt for elegance and effortless chic.
A pointelle knit pencil skirt features a beautifully crocheted floral hem for charming retro style. Over half off at Nordstrom Rack right now.
Slouchy dropped shoulders frame this softly ribbed sweater-dress that’s ideal from work to play. From Halogen at Nordstrom. Also in black.
A pleated A-line sweater knit skirt is the perfect pick for seasonal style. Pair with black tights and boots with a sweater. Over 60% off right now at Nordstrom Rack.
In 2010, New Yorker Daniel Saponaro launched Hutch, a contemporary womenswear brand recognized for garments that are equally easy and luxe. The label’s defined aesthetic showcases Saponaro’s love of vibrant colors, conceptual prints, and feminine tailoring in every made-for-you piece. At Anthropologie.
Part of Mango’s Committed and Sustainable Line, this button knit long cardigan and matching jogger style pants is effortlessly chic.
From Mango, this pleated knit dress can be styled in so many ways. Wear it with high boots, top with a leather Moto jacket, add some fun jewelry.
Color-blocked stripes pattern a figure-skimming sweater-dress styled with a mock neck and a gently flared, accordion-pleated skirt.