There’s a significant perception change about sweaters these days in general and about the argyle sweater in particular. No longer are they being viewed as media to just keep away the cold away. They are being regarded as perfect to make fashion statements given the huge variety of styles and patterns that are being created with every passing day. Indeed, the argyle sweater for example that is mainly well known for its characteristic pattern has been going from strength to strength in terms of its popularity. This is one style that never seems to go out of fashion.
Let us look at the argyle sweater in some more detail and what is the reason for its prominence?
The classic argyle sweater pattern is the result of pain staking knitting work and craftsmanship. From making their debut with socks and vests till the time they have been incorporated into sweaters, this is one pattern that has stood the test of time. The special technique called ‘intarsia’ is the one that is deployed to make these intricate patterns and it is the sheer consistency of the diamond shapes and arrangement that has endeared it to both young and old over the years.
The argyle sweater is best worn as a perfect fit to one’s form. It should not be too loose or too tight. It combines well with jeans or even skirts for women. Men can wear it with slacks and jeans too. You can wear it for both formal and casual events and this versatility has been well exploited by famous designers all over the world who have given it a distinctive look by adding their personal touch to its design. For those who cannot afford these designer argyle sweaters, there are cheaper brand varieties available as well.
A look at some of the ways in which you can wear your argyle sweater would be in order now.
The business casual look that you can present wearing the argyle sweater on slacks with a polo shirt inside is a smart option. Just make sure that the shirt complements the sweater colour well enough. The casual appearance is best achieved by wearing the sweater on top of the t-shirt. A sleeveless sweater with a smart t-shirt underneath makes for a great look. Solid colour shirts complementing the colour of the sweater with denim jeans or khakis and loafers are another great option.
The semi-formal appearance is a slightly tricky one as it needs just the right mix of casual and formal appearance. Opting for polo shirts with solid colours that are markedly different from the argyle sweater colour with khakis is the best combination. Do not sport jeans under any circumstances and as far as footwear is concerned, tennis shoes should be fine.
The formal look is the easiest as you only need to put on a smart shirt and top it with a coat and tie. The colours need to be solid with formal leather shoes completing the picture. The argyle sweater too needs to be of a solid colour complementing the shirt.