How to Style Knitwear for the Australian Autumn: A Guide for Modern Professionals
If there’s one piece in any man’s wardrobe that signifies Autumn in Australia, it’s knitwear. The perfect balance of warmth and versatility, it represents that one additional layer we need to keep out the chill.
This week, we’re diving into the Oscar Hunt range of knitwear for professionals, focusing on what colours to choose and how to style these versatile pieces every day of the week.
Colour
Let’s start with the basics. If you’re searching for the best knitwear colours for Autumn in Australia, our advice is to stick with the classics. Not only will this ensure that you invest in a timeless piece but it’ll also help you avoid buying something that’s too subject to fast shifting trends.
So, what does this actually mean in practice? Think black, navy and gray as a foundation. Not only do these pair beautifully with many of the foundational parts of a man’s wardrobe, they also look incredibly stylish and flatter most skin tones.
For those who are looking to dabble in a slightly bolder palette for their autumn knitwear in Australia, neutrals like brown and cream can be an easy (and chic) way to break up the heavier colours that are so popular at this time of year.
Styling
Whether you’re styling knitwear for work or weekends, the thing to remember is that there are no rules. Unlike in the world of suiting where - whether we like it or not - there are some more established conventions around how certain garments should be worn, in knitwear there’s an effective carte blanche.
That said, we do have some handy tips to keep you en piste.
When styling in a professional setting, our advice is to opt for lightweight knitwear for work. This looks more cohesive with the fine blends of wool you’re likely to encounter in a corporate suit and also ensures that a vest or sweater will fit underneath a more structured jacket.
For casual occasions, we like to play with layers. Think a chunky knit jumper draped over the shoulders of a bomber jacket or a blazer. This lends your ensemble a certain laissez faire attitude while also still adding that extra layer of warmth. This can also be a great opportunity to contrast a darker blazer with a lighter coloured sweater to inject some more variation to your ensemble.
To discover our full range of Autumnal knitwear, swing by your local showroom today.