Thanks to Louis Vuitton, the roll neck jumper gets a well-deserved moment in the spotlight this season.
The humble roll neck jumper has become a signature piece of the fashion pack’s wardrobe this season, but why? Well, the endless styling possibilitie are of course a big draw, but the real news is that Nicholas Ghesquiere championed roll necks as the knitwear trend of the season at Louis Vuitton. And of course, we instantly took note.
Ground-breaking or ‘new’ they may not be, but styled the way of the catwalks and the classic pullover takes on a whole new meaning.
Whether you team with a wide pair of trousers and flat, minimalist shoes a la Celine or JW Anderson, or you opt for a retro mix of patent leather mini skirt and knee high boots, they just work.
And not only that, there’s on-trend bold hues, colour-blocking and pattern and textures aplenty, making them far from plain or average.
This season’s bold hues are perfect for brightening up your knitwear collection. We’ll be teaming this great Marks & Spencer jumper with boyfriend jeans and a clashing pink coat for a bold and fun winter look.
To achieve effortless style this season, opt for a simple knit and team with an on-trend mini and knee high boots for a quiet yet strikingly cool look.
Tapping into the colour-blocking trend is made simple with this effortlessly chic Fendi jumper. Wear with a pencil skirt in the office and a pair of silk trousers for an alternative eveningwear look with edge.
The true brilliance of a roll neck jumper is its ability to look good with pretty much anything. Whether you dress this great knit up with heels or down with denim, you’ll be wearing it for seasons to come.
For an easy-to-wear look that’s both on-trend and cosy, style this nautical-inspired roll neck with a khaki parka for a practical yet on-trend military aesthetic.
Proving knitwear needn’t be boring, this stand-out Kenzo sweater is a bold choice but surprisingly versatile. Wear with a flared skirt and courts in the office and distressed denim and slip-on sneakers at the weekend.
If you’re going to invest in a bold knit, then look no further than Peter Pilotto. Wear with a pair of culottes by day and a thigh-split pencil skirt by night.
No knitwear collection is complete without a classic black turtleneck. But give it some new season edge and style with a pair of patent knee high boots and an embellished skirt for a new take on cocktail dressing.
Military references were awash on the Autumn/Winter catwalks which is why this stand-out roll neck jumper is such an investment. Wear it with a leather midi skirt for a feminine look with edge.
If ever there was a knit made for long weekends spent in the country, sitting by the fire and chatting to friends in the pub, this is it. And not only that, the classic cable knit and navy hue make it a forever piece for seasons to come.
The key to creating a versatile and on-trend wardrobe this season is to invest in a classic roll neck which will go with everything in your wardrobe, Cue this brilliant burgundy style by Stills.
With roll necks at the top of the fashion agenda, they’re now available in more unique colour-ways and patterns than ever before. A two-tone style like this Reiss number is perfect for subtly adding personality to classic tailoring.