Are yourturtleneckssagging, your cardigans bagging and your crews pilling?
As afashioneditor, stylist and personal shopper for women over 50, Ive seen it all.
Well, to be honest those tried-and-true sweaters may not be doing your body orwardrobeany favors.
Wondering if you should try a tunic or opt for cropped?
Try a polo collar or stick with crews?
Trust low-cost cashmere or synthetic blends?
Youre just in time todonate the oldiesand pivot to more flattering choices.
Start here with the most-wanted list and some timely tips.
Know which sweaters do the most for you.
At first glance plenty of sweaters resemble the ones you now own.
Focus first on the best style for you before jumping to fabric.
Determine what you want and dont want.
Here are the 13 best to check out:
V-necks.Vs are shape makers.
Opt for a relaxed fit with a wider V that sits mid chest right on the breastbone like theJ.
Crew Relaxed V-Neck Sweater in Navy or Cardinal($85,jcrew.com).
You want that V to be not too shallow, not too plunge-y.
Wear as-is for maximum flattery or slip a white tank orshapewearcamisole beneath for additional warmth as needed.
Crewneck.This no-frills basic doesnt require much styling effort but it does have incredible versatility.
That extended sliver ofskinstrengthens the shoulder line to give breasts and curves a more defined look.
Turtlenecks.The extra tall neck of this sweater is everything.
Start fresh with a body skimming style like theJ.
Cowls.These are classics and a variation of the turtleneck.
Give it another try.
Cardigans.These non-seasonal sweaters add extra warmth but dont hog the spotlight, enabling you to show-off your entire outfit.
Look for handy patch pockets to stash keys, a tissue or yourglasses.
