I love the idea of sweater dressing, especially when it comes to chunky knits. I’m sure everyone else has been sick of wearing heavy layers, but I just started to get the hang of it. A few more cool days and I can squeeze in a couple wintry outfits before it starts looking inappropriate.
Tips for Wearing Chunky Knits
- Pick a knit with one major detail as the focal point
- Pair a slim pant or bottom to balance the volume of the knit
- Keep the rest of the outfit relatively simple, streamlined, and sleek so it doesn’t look too busy or sloppy
Outfit Details: H&M sweater dress – XS, GapKids super skinny jeans – 12R, Emma Stine earrings, Target Merona wedges
My style is evolving again and I did another closet assessment which made me realize that I’m heading towards outfit simplicity. I don’t need lots of crazy colors, patterns, or styles to make me feel stylish. As long as it fits me well and I wear them often, that’s all that matters. Even though I’m no longer on a shopping ban, I find myself a bit disinterested in the new arrivals at the mall. I’ll just save up my money for more important things.
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I love me some simple outfits! It looks great
Relatable Style
i love the chunky knit sweater on you and it looks great paired with skinny jeans. also, great tips for styling the chunky knit!
cute & little
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Agree with all your chunky knit tips! I tend to stray away from heavier material because it’s harder for me to layer
But I’m slowly coming around and getting on the simplicity bandwagon too.
I really like this outfit. I was surprised to see the sweater was actually a dress because it looks so good with those jeans!
I love a good cozy knit. Yours looks so chic on you! Great styling tips : )
Loving the cozy knit
And btw- the PFC button isn’t working….
Jess, I’m always so envious of the way you pull off clothes that would make me look like a middle-aged grandma! Case in point: This giant shawl collar sweater you’re sporting! It actually makes you look tall and really thin.
I tried a cowl neck before and it did not look as great on me as it does on you! I like simplicity too – it looks effortless.
you look so stylish and comfy
Loving the chunky knit! It doesn’t look overwhelming on you at all! P.S. I have the same shoes, but in the taupe – love a good shoe for a great price! Plus they’re comfy.
Sad I can’t see your blog at work anymore! I’m not sure what happened or if you changed some settings…it only happened in the past week or so.
I love chunky knits and that sweater looks so cozy. Your tips are spot on and the most important one I think is the slim bottoms.
@Relatable Style: Simplicity is best! =)
@Kileen: It’s all trial and error figuring out how to style this sweater but I think it turned out well.
@Cee: I try to keep an open mind with most things so I’m willing to experiment with items that might not seem “petite friendly.”
@Callandra: It’s a dress but it comes shorter than mid thigh so I thought to just make it look more like a top instead.
@The Little Dust Princess: It’s definitely cozy and warm. That’s the best part.
@Really Petite: Thanks for the heads up, I fixed the button, so it should work now. =)
@Amanda: LOL. It really depends on styling and I think I lucked out with this sweater because it hangs pretty well on me.
@Jarucha: I have a love-hate relationship with cowl necks because it can look awkward, but for this sweater it looks decent.
@Leena: Thanks! That’s exactly what I aim for…minimal effort, maximum style. =P
@J: I agree, some Target shoes are totally worth the price and the comfort!
@PetiteAsianGirl: Oh no! I don’t know how that happened…I’ve been changing some things behind the scenes, but nothing that would cause it to get blocked. =(
That sweater looks SO cute on you. Warm, cozy and chic with the skinnies.
I need someone to teach me how to build a closet of good quality staples and fewer throw-away clothes. I have too much junk right now!
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Your tips are spot on and I love the comfy slouchiness of chunky knits… effortless chic is the goal!