The turtleneck sweater may seem rather basic for some, but being simple also means that it contains limitless styling powers. Whether its your summer tops, classic shirts or winter wools, this high-neck staple has the power to give any outfit a modern edge. To get you inspired, we’ve compiled our top three looks for styling turtlenecks this season.
Look 1: Classic shirt + midi-skirt + knee-length boots
Give your winter workwear a contemporary twist by layering a white shirt over your turtleneck sweater. Make sure your skirt is long enough to cover your knees and a portion of your boots to maintain a visual balance throughout the entire look.
Get the look: Fusalp Ancelle high-neck wool-blend top (HK$1,586) / Golden Goose Deluxe Brand classic shirt (HK$2,559) / Sportmax Giro skirt (HK$6,168) / Tod’s Gomma leather knee-high boots (HK$6,486)
Look 2: Bralet + skirt + ankle boots
Other than layering up, a mix of textures will also give your outfit an extra boost of personality. This combination with a bralet, skirt and ankle boots will give you a city look filled with urban edge.
Get the look: Joseph turtle neck jumper (HK$1,532) / Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage ‘Junior Gaultier’ bralet (HK$2,495) / Vanessa Bruno Flo plissé knit midi skirt (HK$4,853) / Ofée Wave pendant (HK$14,500) / Stella McCartney Block-heel faux-leather ankle boots (HK$4,620)
Look 3: V-neck sweater + high-rise trousers + ankle boots
Channel one of the iconic looks of the 70s with a V-neck sweater and high-waist trousers — a combination that will remain elegant and timeless for decades to come.
Get the look: Gucci knitted wool sweater (HK$7,500) / Ryan Roche high-neck cashmere-blend sweater (HK$5,070) / Rachel Comey Harlan high-rise wide-leg cotton trousers (HK$2,358) / Giuseppe Zanotti Design Bebe patent leather zip boots (HK$8,750) / Monica Vinader Linear stone ring (HK$1,150)
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Cindie Chan
Style Editor
Fashion blogger turned editor, Cindie has spent over seven years covering all things stylish in the digital world. When she’s not busy poring over the latest covetable releases or attending the most talked-about fashion events in town, you’ll find her enjoying some precious downtime with her newborn son and sweet dog Rosy.
