Get Warm with Knitwear

Knitwear for Men 2011/12

Missoni is pretty much king when it comes to all things knitted. This collection was a triumph in wool. Take a leaf from the Missoni book and experiment with patterns and textures. A good cardigan and some skinny jeans will always be on trend in the colder months.

This season however, knitwear takes a different form. Since winter's not yet over, anyone looking to update their wardrobe might want some great advice about the trends which are a hit in men's knitwear. This Autumn/Winter 2011 season designer knitwear is a highly sought after commodity, offering practicality and style is equal measure.

Continuing on from one of the year’s biggest trends in menswear, varsity cardigans are popping up across the high street, knitted roll neck jumpers and herringbone knits are also popular this autumn and winter. The Turtle neck or roll neck trend was popping up a bit last year but it seems to be appearing a little more regularly in look books and fashion shows this Autumn.

It makes a sensible alternative to the standard knitwear, shirts or t-shirts, roll necks can add something a little different to your look this autumn, bringing out a classic or vintage 50′s style.  The variation in roll or turtle necks is quite simple; you get thick ones and thin ones. The thin ones, which are made from fine-gauge merino wool, can look good worn under a suit in the evening.

Chunky roll necks, however, give that deep winter feel, when the cold does set in; you can combine them with parkas, duffles and many other big winter coats. One way to sport knitwear during the cold months is to layer a cardigan, over a simple jersey top and wear under a puffa jacket with jeans and your favourite trainers for a casual look. So experiment with patterns and textures when choosing knitwear.

SWADE Knitwear Hooded Cardigan Navy

LUCA Martin Plain Cardigan Lemon

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