The Christmas Knit

A Classic Christmas Knit

One classic jumper. One classic fashion trend. The infamous woolly jumper has once again brought itself out from the cupboard, and back onto our high-street.

Once found in charity shops amongst moth balls and drool, the woolly jumper has since moved away from its granny connotations and instead fallen into the desires of not only OAP’s but top stylists and designers.

Autumn/Winter 2010 catwalks witnessed the woolly look with designers such as Prada, D&G and Chanel all layering up models with thick wool and chunky knits, along with a healthy dose of classic Christmas designs.

So, following in hot pursuit of the fashion gurus, high-street stores and vintage shops have flooded their rails and mannequins with colourful knitted jumpers and chunky cardigans in response to our cold winter needs.

Not only is this classic Christmas trend practical and warm, but easily worn. Team with the usual jeans and a scarf for the ultimate easy winter warmer. Shapes, styles and sizes vary, with anything from a granny style knit, and bright colour, to a classic pattern or animal face. For added comedy value, watch out for excess pompoms, bells, and anything remotely shiny.

Naturally, to avoid the typical knit, opt for the vintage stores, second hands, and trusty charity shops, however do be warned, fighting over a chunky woollen cardigan with an elderly woman does not go down well…