by Believe it or not, even fashionistas have days off.
It can’t be all dramatic cuts and bold sparkles every day of the week, but what do cool girls wear when they have to run errands or spend a day lounging at home? Naturally upscale activewear.
Now that temperatures are dropping, athleisure is becoming more and more tempting when we’re not dressing up in knit sweaters, coats and hats. Between parties and end-of-year celebrations, we’re reaching for a great, stylish sweatshirt – an underrated winter staple that’s on trend now that the weather has turned. Or, as we call it here at Red, the “fashion” sweatshirt.
But don’t take our word for it – a stylish sweatshirt has always been a staple of every fashion editor, celebrity and cool girl on the streets of Manhattan. Typically paired with a sleek coat, oversized jeans, chunky sneakers and a hat, the simple sweatshirt is an absolute must-have.
Even reigning fashionista Victoria Beckham reached for an elevated sweatshirt in her highly anticipated Netflix docuseries.
Accolade crew neck sweater
$128.00 at aloyoga.com
Alo’s crewneck sweatshirt is functional enough for your Pilates class and stylish enough to wear straight to brunch. Pair with a great pair of slimming leggings and chunky sneakers for visual balance.
Scuba sweatshirt
£30.00 at Marksandspencer
Scuba sweatshirts are underrated, they maintain a structured shape and add a touch of sophistication that a fleece sweatshirt doesn’t always achieve. Pair this chic scuba sweatshirt from M&S, £30, with a maxi skirt for a contrasting yet chic look.
Pink embroidered sweatshirt – navy blue, multicolor embroidery
$63.20 at boden.com
Who said sweatshirts have to be plain? This embroidered sweatshirt from Boden puts a playful twist on a regular blue fleece with patchwork motifs.
Loose cotton fleece sweatshirt
$740.00 at celine.com
We love the lantern sleeves of this brown Celine sweatshirt and the contrasting yellow stitching. This is a step up from your regular sweatshirt. It has a nostalgic silhouette and thoughtful structural details that make it almost too good to wear just for training.
Mirelle cotton fleece sweatshirt
£310.00 at mytheresa.com.uk
Another twist on a classic sweatshirt, this fleece sweater from Citizens of Humanity features large buttons so you can wear it as a high-neck sweater or unbutton it for a preppy-chic look.
Striped Embroidered Cotton Jersey Polo Shirt – Multicolor
£260.00 at net-a-porter.com.uk
Stripes never go out of style and we love this striped sweatshirt from JW Anderson. The collar and three-button closure add an effortlessly chic touch to an otherwise utilitarian garment.
Miles Oversized Sweatshirt Letterman Cotton Dark Blue
£140.00 at fenwick.co.uk
Similar to the simple varsity jacket, we love the way the varsity aesthetic has made its way back into fashion. This Letterman sweater from Anine Bing is the perfect example of this. Featuring kitschy chenille patches and a classic crew neck, this sweater is one that will look most stylish under the perfect winter coat and paired with a great pair of straight-leg jeans.
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