How to choose a Cardigan 6 tips
In winter if you are wearing a cardigan it doesnt mean you can look stylish here are some tips on how to wear a cardian and still look cute.
Debulk a chunky knit with a belt
To make those heavy, coatlike cardigans look sophisticated and not just-rolled-out-of-bed sloppy, try topping with a wide leather belt. Besides looking oh-so cool in that ‘70s ski-bunny way, the cinched-in look has a sveltering effect.
Crafty Cardigans
If you can’t find the right cardigan Embellish it yourself! Add an expensive-looking ruffled edge to any basic cardigan by sewing on a strip of pretty fabric from a nearby craft store. For more DIY ideas, check out Kayte Terry’s book, Complete Embellishing, on amazon.com
Put a pin on it
Don’t let that broom fool you: Brooklynite Jean turned a “wear-around-the-house” sweater into a cozy going-out look by topping it off with a tiny vintage brooch. Cinderella would be proud.
Tie one on (a scarf that is)
To dress up the office cardigan—you know the one you wear every Monday, Wednesday and Friday—swap out the necklace for a warm, Frenchy-looking patterned scarf. Just don’t be surprised if folks mistake you for a Parisian. (Want to find out how to tie your scarf the same way that Nicole from Brooklyn did? Then don’t miss this video on six ways to wear a scarf! on http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/2008/10/50-under-one-chic-scarf-six-wa.html).
Choose various colors
While the basic-black cardigan is a total must, bright cheery versions add a much-needed jolt of sunshine to winter wardrobes. To get into the season’s playful mix-and-match vibe, take cues from Wiksten’s Jenny http://www.wikstenmade.blogspot.com/, who paired her cherry-red cardigan with a plaid scarf and printed bag.
Betty Draper
If twinsets and cardigans remind you of sweet ‘60s styles, then just go for the full-on look. There’s never been a better time to indulge your retro-loving side, thanks to Mad Men and a few trendy Hitchcock-worshipping designers. Scour your favorite vintage stores and score an old-school dress and cardi just like Aya from Freedom, Indiana, did.