Last week I shared my winter capsule wardrobe with you, which featured quite a few pastel colors (also showcased yesterday).
We also talked about bulky sweaters recently and many of you were concerned that they add too much bulk. Today let’s have a look at how I wear my bulky pastel peach sweater!
I bought my bulky peach sweater especially to combine with this faux leather skirt. Even though I think that bulky sweaters look even better with straight or pencil skirts, I could not resist this fit and flare model that has an asymmetric twist. As the skirt is fitted at the top, I feel I can still wear the bulky sweater without adding too much bulk.
Of course a bulky sweater will always add some bulkiness. But as that is to be expected of this kind of sweater you should not be too afraid of that either. If you combine the sweater with fitted items at the bottom, it will still give you a great silhouette.
Adding a scarf (see picture on top) helps to break up the bulkiness too and has the extra advantage of adding some lovely color! I absolutely adore the feeling of silk and am so enjoying this scarf almost every day now. Thanks again for this beautiful gift Suzanne!
The advantage of a bulky, thick sweater is that you don’t always need to wear a coat. With blanket scarves so modern now and with so many great ones to choose from in shops, you just wear one on top of your outfits on milder cold days days when outside.
I also love wearing this sweater with my cream boyfriend jeans. This was an addition to my original winter capsule as I so enjoy wearing white in winter. I love the warmth and feel of corduroy in winter and the relaxed fit of these boyfriend jeans. Although you could see these pants as an unnecessary double to my cream skinny jeans, I am so happy I brought this one as well as I get to wear winter white more days!
Here is the sweater with my cream skinnies, which I love just as much as the previous look. Simple, comfortable and practical.
Looks lovely with the blanket scarf too!
Although I can wear the sweater loose over my pants too, I prefer the semi tucked look as it created more overall balance and a better silhouette in my opinion.
Here are some examples with the fitted pink sweater.
Here is a side-by-side look of a bulky sweater versus a fitted one.
The comparison is not completely fair as the pose on the right is slighly more fflattering and the sweater tucked in higher.
However, we can safely say that the sweater does indeed add bulk. Do I still like it and feel it’s a flattering enough look? Yes I do. If you look at some of the other pictures of this skirt with the sweater, I think it looks great.
If I wanted to improve on the look though, I would opt for tighter fitting booties or shoes with higher heels.
Bulky sweater, skirt, cream boyfriend corduroys and skinnies: Zara
Pink fitted sweater: c/o Stella Carakasi
Shoes: Laura Bellariva
So what do you think? Do you like the bulky sweater? Or do you much prefer a fitted look? Will you wear a bulky sweater this winter?
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Thank you very much for showing all these variations. Love nearly all of them (if I love one less, it is just because of personal preference not because it doesn’t look nice on you).
My favourites are the first picture and the bulke sweater tucked in the boyfriend jeans. Gosh, I so want cream boyfriend jeans now. Haven’t seen them here, but I will admit, haven’t looked for them either. And I don’t mind adding bulkyness at all. This suits you like a T.
Sylvia, you created an fabulous stylish over 40 outfit, chic and because of the subdued colors just elegant. I love that. And the scarf adds just the right twist ot brightness. xo Sabina @Oceanblue Style
I love the skirt so much and the colors. I think the bulky sweater looks good on you. Looks great with the light pant. I have been trying the bigger sweaters in the stores but have not found the right fit for me. I’m right on the line of regular and petite so bigger and longer sweaters are tough for me. You have done this styling beautifully!
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I love the color…such a great departure from the usual dark winter colors. For me, the neckline is what really stands out. It’s a beautiful cut. And you wear the dropped sleeves very well. I’m still not sold on them for myself, but since there are so many in the stores, I’ll give it another try. The scarf is beautiful, too. I am a total sucker for plaid! I do wonder if I have some Scottish ancestry. 🙂
Pretty colors Sylvia. I like the white pants ensemble best. The neutrals are so pretty. I usually style a big sweater with narrow pants and at least a bit of a heel.
Also, thanks for your efforts to create a blogger community for the over 40s!
Love the outfit with the white jeans; gorgeous! The slim silhouette on the bottom is a great balance for the bulky sweater on top – very current, especially with the silver short boots. I’d wear that outfit in a heartbeat. Beautiful.
I enjoyed every variation you’ve created with this bulky sweater here, Sylvia. To my eyes, it’s beautiful, harmonious and flattering. Great look with the blanket scarf!
Oh wow, I just love that plaid shawl and the way it lights up a neutral outfit! xox
Oooh! I LOVE the scarf! ha ha : ) I made a good choice on that one for you for sure.
I actually quite like the cut of that sweater. The collar is very unique. I think my favourite is the first outfit.
With the weather turning colder here I have been looking at sweaters more. I like the idea of a blanket scarf too. Anything to stay warmer here is a good idea.
bisous
Suzanne