subject: Update Your Cardigan Collection This Season [print this page] Once upon a time when people thought of a womens cardigan they conjured up an image of a button up sweater that neatly went up to the neck. Those who were a bit more risque might have chosen a cardigan that had a v-shape at the neck, but these are the cardigans of your grandmother's generation, because now there are a lot more styles and trends that make wearing a cardigan fresh and fun.
This allows you to have some fun with the normal style that still confines to work standards but allows you to show a bit more of your fun side. For instance, you may want to think about looking at the womens cardigan styles that have an overlay, which makes them look a bit like the old fifties styles of Marilyn Monroe and Jackie Kennedy. Even more so, they have necked collars that are quite flattering for those that have a strong neckline.
If you choose to wear these in soft colours you will find that they are even trendier to pair with boot or straight lined jeans making them the perfect choice for both in and outside of the office. Another style that is very popular this year is cable style, with the old knits also coming back into style. These usually have thick knits in diagonals across the cardigans in slightly darker colours adding a nice accent to a grey or brown cardigan.
The sleeves usually contrast, allowing you to add a bit more spice to your outfit, and since the knits in the sleeves tend to be a bit tighter they are also a great way to show off toned arms even during the winter months, when you can no longer show them off in sleeveless sweaters.
If you are still looking at ways to spice up your outfit you may also want to take a look at the closure styles that are making a comeback within womens cardigan styles, as many fashion designers are now choosing to offset the cardigans zip and buttons. This asymmetrical style is a great way to make a normal looking cardigan look much younger and more stylish. Whether you choose to close the cardigan or leave it open the look will help take to make your outfit look young as stylish whatever the age of the wearer and make you look just as young or hip as you want to without being overtly loud.
Finally, if you really want to get a cardigan with a splash you may want to think about colour as there are now many more colours out there on the market in your favourite knits. From loud reds and oranges to soft pinks, purples, and blue; colour can be a great way to make a statement with your clothing choice. Toss in a belt that complements the cardigan and you will have an outfit that will catch everyone's eyes and leave them thinking just how great your fashion sense really is.
