What does your boyfriend really really want this Christmas and what really fits his weird body shape? Read below to find out ‘what he wants’, straight from our editor.
So you want to buy your boyfriend the perfect cozy knit for Christmas. However, you better choose well, as he is extremely picky when it comes to his knitwear. Unlike woven fabrics, you can easily tell if a good quality knit from a cheap one. So when comes to investing in knits, make sure to stick the rule: Quality over quantity.
Basically a man will need 3 knits in his life,
- a chunky one for the weekend out ( simply layer this with a white t-shirt and pair with slim or skinny jeans )
- a soft one for weekend at home with you
- a lightweight fitted knit for smart casual or formal occasions ( wear with shirts and blazers )
Once you’ve decided which one he needs, you can start window shopping.
Q: How Do I know which Knits will suit my boyfriend?
A: Check his wardrobe, does he like classic styles or something little bit more on trend? Does he like neutral colours, like camel, brown, black and white, or fresher colours like blue, green and yellow? Make sure your new Christmas gift matches his other pieces so he can wear them with his existing wardrobe! For guys who like like unwashed denim and Red Wing boots, this Prada 2016-17 new season knit will definitely go with his style; if your man is a little bit on the playful side, try this Coach sweater.
Q: How do I select the right neckline for my boyfriend?
A: Don’t forget about the shape of the neckline, as it is just as important as the cut. While men with longer necks will look great in crew neck jumpers, for men with shorter or built necks, pick a low cut or V neck to elongate the neckline. When comes to turtlenecks, please pick thin turtlenecks so that your’s man’s neck doesn’t disappear into the jumper!
Q: How do I select the right size? Should I just pick the biggest size if I want an oversized look on him?
A: Be careful, as going up a size will not always give that perfect oversized look. First of all, the length also goes up with sizes, and you don’t want him look stumpy. Secondly, chunkier/lose-fitted/softer knits have less structured fit, such as this SANDRO Mélange Wool-Blend Sweater Bloggers Boyfriend is wearing below. For a style like this, going one size up will unfortunately make him look bigger on the gut and narrower shoulder, so it’s always a better idea to get the right size.
Q: But you haven’t answered my question! I still don’t know get when can I pick an oversized knit.
A: Pick oversize when the sweater is less-softer, heavier and has the potential to structure themselves without too attached to the body. Such as this INIS MEÁIN cable knit turtleneck and this H&M knit.
Q: Why are some knits so expensive, and some so cheap?
Some garments may be priced based on how many hours it may take to make, and not just the yarn. Therefore it’s a piece of art, maybe something between a painting and sculpture. A beautifully made knit needs love and care, so they may not be for someone who will run in them, wear them with heavy bag straps, or are too stingy to pay for regular dry cleaning. If this is you, or if you need pieces that can take a bit more of a beating, there are some great basic and yet high-quality knits from J.Crew knits.
[Related Post – IRELAND LEGEND KNITTING COMPANY : INIS MEÁIN ]
Kurt wearing:
Sandro Paris loose-fit chunky knits in noisy black and white
Calibre Australia overnight bag in tan
Sperry Australia leather boat shoes in navy
ZARA men’s slim-fit cropped trousers in white
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