How to style a printed sweater or cardigan in autumn: keep the rest calm, pull colours from the print and layer smartly, with outfits for women and men.
As soon as the leaves start to fall, the jumpers and cardigans come back out. A sweater or cardigan with a print is the easiest statement you can make: it takes little effort and your outfit instantly has character. Still, many people hesitate: what do you wear it with, how much print is too much, and how do you keep it from looking busy? In this post you get a few simple rules and real outfits for women and men.
The easiest rule: let the print be the main character. If you wear a croc print cardigan, pick plain trousers, a plain top and plain shoes. That gives the print room and makes the look feel intentional.
Look at the colours in the print and choose your basics from those. A black and white print goes with black, white, grey or denim. A print with yellow or orange calms down with cream, camel or black. That way everything belongs together.
A loose cardigan or sweater works well with something slimmer underneath, like straight jeans or leggings. A closer-fitting jumper can go with wide trousers. Oversized on oversized works too, but then keep the colours as calm as possible.
Want to combine two prints after all? Stay in the same colour family, for example a black and white monogram with a black and white croc. It looks considered rather than messy.
The Women's Drop-Shoulder Knit Cardigan (€49.95) is made of 300 g/m² knit fabric, with a relaxed fit and long, loose sleeves. Choose from prints like Black & White - Croc, Orange - Tiger, Black - Colour Dots, or a version with a leopard trim, such as Red - Leopard Trim.
Everyday: the croc cardigan over a white T-shirt, straight jeans and white sneakers. Simple, but not boring. Office: a plain black roll neck underneath, black tailored trousers and loafers. The print finishes it. Weekend: the leopard trim cardigan over a grey hoodie and joggers.
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The Long-Sleeve Knit Sweater Dress (€49.95) is made from the same 300 g/m² knit fabric, with a round neck and prints such as Black - Script, Burgundy - Script and Grey - Croc. Wear it with tights and sneakers or boots. For a casual look, throw a denim jacket or bomber over it. On colder autumn days, choose thick tights.
You can also flip it: print on the trousers and a plain sweater on top. The High-Waist Flared Trousers (€49.95) in prints such as Black - Monogram or White - Monogram are fitted to the knee and then open into a wide flare. Pair them with a plain cream or black jumper half tucked into the waistband.
The Men's V-Neck Cardigan (€49.95) in 95% polyester and 5% spandex comes in colours like Black, White - Red, Green and Orange. Wear it open over a plain T-shirt or long sleeve, with dark jeans or chinos and clean sneakers. If you choose a bold colour, keep the rest black, white or grey.
The Men's Classic Crewneck Sweatshirt (€59.95) is made of 280g terry fabric and comes in options including White - Monogram, Black - Monogram and Black - Eagle. Prefer cotton? The Cotton Graphic Sweatshirt (€49.95) is 100% cotton with a front print, such as Black - Teddy or Black - Robot Teddy.
Everyday: sweatshirt with black cargos or straight jeans and white sneakers. Layered: let the hem of a white T-shirt peek out under the sweatshirt for a fresh edge. Cold days: a plain bomber on top. When the sweatshirt has a print, choose a jacket without one.
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Knit pieces like the women's cardigan and the sweater dress should be hand washed or machine washed cold on a gentle cycle (max. 30 °C) and dried flat. The men's cardigan can be washed cold at a maximum of 40 °C. Don't tumble dry, and wash inside out so the print stays sharp for longer.
Always check the size chart on the product page and compare it with a jumper you already own. Want an oversized look? Size up when in doubt. Everything is made after you order: 3 to 5 business days production, then 7 to 9 business days of free delivery within Europe, or 7 to 10 worldwide (express is available for €10 extra, 5 to 7 business days). You have 15 days to return; return shipping is at your own cost. New to LauBelle? Use LAUBELLE10 for 10% off your first order.
