How to find women's knitwear to suit your shape and style
With the cold months in full swing, knitwear has been out in full force on the catwalk and on the high street, but what sort will suit your figure? Here's our guide:
Boyish
Boyish figures tend to be slim and have with small busts and hips. Instead of trying to add curves with bulky ladies jumpers , purchase two or three items of women's knitwear that will flatter your slim figure. Knitted dresses with a slim fit will look good on you because they'll show off your flat stomach. Ladies jumpers with v-necks will also flatter you because they'll draw more attention to your bust.
Boyish shapes should also try to avoid ladies jumpers in bright colours or intricate patterns because they can swamp a small frame. Instead, aim for solid colours and add some eye-catching accessories.
Pear-shaped
When it comes to women's knitwear , those with wide hips should avoid tunic tops because they may draw attention to your problem area. Instead, waist length women's knitwear will be flattering. If you prefer to wear longer knitwear such as a knitted dress, make sure it skims over your hips instead of hugging them.
Try v-neck cable women's knitwear; it is warm and will balance out your top half with your bottom half. What's more, cable knits are very on-trend at the moment. Alternatively, a long tie front cardigan will work wonders because it is fitted at the top and sits more loosely from the waist down.
Petite
Those with petite frames look good in classic cuts that won't swap your frame. Petites look good in clothing that accentuate their waist, so jumper dresses and cardigans with belts that sit above the knee are a good bet. Short ladies jumpers or knitwear with three-quarter length sleeves can also work well.
When it comes to designs, petite women should avoid anything too garish in case it swamps them. Instead, choose block colours and accessorise with necklaces and bracelets. Alternatively, wear a shirt with a knitted tank top over the top.
Tall
With height on your side, tall shapes can easily carry off many women's knitwear styles. Jumper dresses that sit on your thigh will show off your height well and look good with your long legs. Likewise, choose long line cardigans and jumpers because they'll give you an elegant, tailored silhouette.
Tall women can pull off bright colours and designs well, so feel free to choose knitwear with stripes, diagonal patterns and other vivid prints.
Big busted
Those with large busts will need to wear women's knitwear that slims their top half and balances out their bottom half. Therefore if you're big busted, choose ladies jumpers and other women's knitwear that has deep v-necks and avoid polo neck knitwear as it will only make you look heavier at the top.
Choose long v-neck jumpers, preferably in solid colours as designs are more likely to draw attention to your bust. Button neck knitwear and cardigans with belts will also flatter this shape.
Boyish
Boyish figures tend to be slim and have with small busts and hips. Instead of trying to add curves with bulky ladies jumpers , purchase two or three items of women's knitwear that will flatter your slim figure. Knitted dresses with a slim fit will look good on you because they'll show off your flat stomach. Ladies jumpers with v-necks will also flatter you because they'll draw more attention to your bust.
Boyish shapes should also try to avoid ladies jumpers in bright colours or intricate patterns because they can swamp a small frame. Instead, aim for solid colours and add some eye-catching accessories.
Pear-shaped
When it comes to women's knitwear , those with wide hips should avoid tunic tops because they may draw attention to your problem area. Instead, waist length women's knitwear will be flattering. If you prefer to wear longer knitwear such as a knitted dress, make sure it skims over your hips instead of hugging them.
Try v-neck cable women's knitwear; it is warm and will balance out your top half with your bottom half. What's more, cable knits are very on-trend at the moment. Alternatively, a long tie front cardigan will work wonders because it is fitted at the top and sits more loosely from the waist down.
Petite
Those with petite frames look good in classic cuts that won't swap your frame. Petites look good in clothing that accentuate their waist, so jumper dresses and cardigans with belts that sit above the knee are a good bet. Short ladies jumpers or knitwear with three-quarter length sleeves can also work well.
When it comes to designs, petite women should avoid anything too garish in case it swamps them. Instead, choose block colours and accessorise with necklaces and bracelets. Alternatively, wear a shirt with a knitted tank top over the top.
Tall
With height on your side, tall shapes can easily carry off many women's knitwear styles. Jumper dresses that sit on your thigh will show off your height well and look good with your long legs. Likewise, choose long line cardigans and jumpers because they'll give you an elegant, tailored silhouette.
Tall women can pull off bright colours and designs well, so feel free to choose knitwear with stripes, diagonal patterns and other vivid prints.
Big busted
Those with large busts will need to wear women's knitwear that slims their top half and balances out their bottom half. Therefore if you're big busted, choose ladies jumpers and other women's knitwear that has deep v-necks and avoid polo neck knitwear as it will only make you look heavier at the top.
Choose long v-neck jumpers, preferably in solid colours as designs are more likely to draw attention to your bust. Button neck knitwear and cardigans with belts will also flatter this shape.
