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FALL’S NEW KNITS

BY LAURIE BROOKINS

Autumn’s breezy days and nights beckon thoughts of enveloping yourself in the season’s softest, coziest style. From sleek and sporty to the ultimate in cocoon-like comfort, these sophisticated knits from today’s hottest designers will quickly become the favorite pieces in your fall wardrobe. 

As summer’s sizzling days transition into autumn’s crisp evenings, few pieces feel more chic and effortless than a cozy, sophisticated knit. Whether it’s a textured wrap thrown with stylish ease around your shoulders to enjoy al fresco dining, a high-neck sweater that looks perfect with your favorite denim, or a languid knit skirt that transitions beautifully from the office to evening, these are pieces that combine comfort with an undeniable polish. 


Designer knits this fall season also seem imbued with a decided modernity, from youthful, sporty styling detailed with exposed midriffs to lush, textural options that also put an accent on sustainable handcraft. Ultimately the most luxurious and sought-after pieces among this season’s knitwear offer unexpected details crafted in the softest fibers, from virgin wool to alpaca to baby cashmere. Best of all, fall’s most fashionable knits are also highly versatile, from their wearability to the convenience of employing them as layering pieces to be dressed up or down as casual or divinely elegant. 

From their love of handcraft to details steeped in heritage, these six designer labels have excelled with luxurious, modern knitwear you’re sure to covet. Wear them as seen on the Fall 2022 runways or add your own splash of style. 

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Supremely soft baby cashmere yarn is used to craft Loro Piana’s Italian-made Mellbreak turtleneck, skirt and pants. Each piece is ribbed for easy layering and to create a beautiful balance of draping and curve-hugging appeal.


A polo shirt feels instantly youthful and modern in this cropped style by Miu Miu. Crafted in cotton and silk, the polo features a subtle perforated diamond openworked motif, with ribbed trim on the sleeves, collar and hem, while a knit logo patch adds a splash of vintage vibe. 


A high side slit adds instant modernity to this ribbed-knit pencil skirt in a soft pebble hue from Brunello Cucinelli. Crafted in virgin wool, cashmere and silk, the skirt can be dressed up or down by adding soft or tailored layers.


Designing “staples women want to be wearing right now, myself included,” Stella McCartney designed this Italian-made tangerine knit coat with fringed hem, cuffs and collar to work for a wide variety of stylish scenarios. Prized for its soft, silky feel, alpaca wool was used to craft this cozy piece, while details include single-hook fastening and asymmetrical hem. 


There’s a bit of on-trend Mod vibe about this cropped knit top and matching miniskirt in a cotton, polyester and wool textured knit by Salvatore Ferragamo. Both crafted using the mouliné technique of weaving different colors together to create one overall tone, these pieces are in a shade the Italian label has dubbed Golfo blue, derived from the deep azure hue of gulf waters. The cropped knitted top features a luxe ribbed detail on its crewneck collar, sleeves and hem, while the miniskirt is embellished with a pair of large patch pockets.


The graphic geometric details key to Giorgio Armani’s Fall/Winter 2022 ready-to-wear collection are highlighted in these separates crafted in a silk ribbed knit, seen here together to create a stunning ensemble with their splash of subtle metallic sheen. But with this cropped long-sleeve top with diamond-patterned sleeves and the maxi skirt with wide knit waist, you’re sure to also quickly realize how perfectly they’ll pair with other pieces in your wardrobe. 



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Knit Picks: 27 Cold Weather Favorites https://www.southcoastplaza.com/stories/2022/02/knit-picks-27-cold-weather-favorites/ Thu, 17 Feb 2022 00:17:17 +0000 https://www.southcoastplaza.com/?p=70664  

KNIT PICKS: 27 COLD WEATHER FAVORITES

BY LAURIE BROOKINS

Must-have sweaters, vests, cardigans and ruanas

 

Winter nights and occasional chilly days call for something warm without the bulk. Sweater season is here, bringing with it other knits such as cardigans, V-neck sweaters, vests and ruanas – essential layering for cold weather. They’re equal parts chic, cozy and easy to take off when you segue into a toasty environment. From the plush and roomy to sleeker and more fitted, must-have luxe knits from our boutiques are made to envelop you and express your individuality.

EMBELLISHED KNITS

Borrowing principles of attraction from nature, sequins, feathers and embroidery adorn sweaters and cardigans. Wear them over pants and you’re dressed up comfortably for a night out with a dose of glam.

Brunello Cucinelli

Dazzling & Plume Argyle OPERA cardigan in cotton, jute and linen
714.957.6930

Valentino

Wool sweater with feather embroidery
714.751.3300

Monique Lhuillier

Silk white wool jacquard cropped jacket with raglan sleeves and midnight blue embroidery
714.241.4432

LONG CARDIS AND KNIT COATS

A long cardigan and a knit coat are supremely comfortable and cocoon-like, perfect for traveling, especially for cold airline cabins. Whether you go neutral or use either the cardigan or coat to add a pop of color, these are an ideal alternative to a jacket over dresses and jeans.

Alexander McQueen

Black wool knit coat with military-inspired epaulettes and buttons and jacquard trim
657.205.4477

Stella McCartney

Kind intarsia cardigan in wool and cotton with a pattern of the sun, rainbow, a landscape and “smile” in the back
657.273.5727

VESTS

Sweater vests are enjoying a moment, especially in cropped styles and slim cuts. It’s the perfect way to add a bold pattern like traditional or oversized argyles that are popular this season. Layer over a crisp white shirt or lean into the sexy vibe of a cropped, midriff-baring vest by wearing it alone with a skirt or jeans.

Dior

V-neck sleeveless sweater in blue and gray wool and cashmere knit mouliné
714.549.4700

Marni

Iconic mohair argyle v-neck vest in brushed wool
714.380.3155

SLOUCHY PULLOVERS

How to be chic and comfortable? Choose any of the amazing selection of roomy pullovers so popular this season. Wear it with almost any skirt or pants you can imagine.

Loewe

Anagram knitted sweater in mohair
714.464.7420

Prada

Shetland wool crewneck sweater with integrated molded bra
714.338.2200

Bottega Veneta

Compact stretch-wool sweater in black
714.540.9760

RUANAS

Slip on a ruana, the poncho meets wrap piece, and pair with a simple top and pants for instant chic. Layer over a turtleneck and pair with jeans. For instant drama, sweep one side over your shoulder. 

Salvatore Ferragamo

Ramage print reversible ruana in wool with a printed silk lining
714.979.7654

Hermès

Ruana in cashmere with silk twill trim, woven in “H Passant” jacquard
714.437.1725

PREPPY-INSPIRED SWEATERS

Preppy fashion has made a fantastic comeback for 2022, with many designers offering varsity styling meant for layering. Pair with upscale denim for weekend brunch or with a pencil skirt for refined playfulness.

Miu Miu

Varsity-style wool cardigan
714.617.6927

Saint Laurent

‘80s-style cardigan in tartan jacquard with padded shoulders and rib-knit cuffs
714.429.0101

Thom Browne

Red jersey stitch mohair tweed 4-Bar V-neck cardigan with contrast trim in navy
714.410.8485

Burberry

Technical wool cardigan in jacquard-woven check with chunky rib-knit trim
714.556.8110

FAIR ISLE AND FOLKLORIC SWEATERS

Stunning textures and prints are at the heart of Fair Isle and folkloric prints, each rooted in exceptional craft and tradition. Fair Isle patterns trace their roots to the 19th-century island in the Shetland archipelago and were used in Scottish fisherman caps and sweaters. Folklore knits are inspired by centuries of global handmade patterns. Layer a crewneck sweater with a button-down shirt, or pair a fringed cardigan with the season’s coveted wide-leg jeans for a bohemian mix.

Ralph Lauren

Polo Ralph Lauren jacquard short-sleeve sweater with chevron and diamond motif
714.556.7656

Max Mara

Jacquard knit cotton sweater with long sleeves, crew neckline and rib-knit trim
714.754.7900

Loro Piana

Crewneck sweater made from mélange baby cashmere yarns
714.957.1255

Celine

Embroidered wool Fair Isle Baja jacket with sequin embroidery
714.957.1255

Chloé

Fair trade-made fringed blanket cape in recycled multicolor cashmere
714.481.0308

MORE KNITS TO LOVE

Zimmermann

Dancer cropped sweater with balloon sleeves in merino wool
949.274.7514

Lafayette 148 New York

Bouclé sweater coat with shawl collar in Italian wool-cashmere
714.868.3131

Ted Baker London

Nardaa longline cardigan in viscose and polyamide
714.751.1128

Sandro

Pointelle knit sweater with v-neck in striped ribbing
714.557.2820

Ganni

Cropped pullover in a recycled wool-blend, with an argyle print and leg-o-mutton sleeves
949.612.9300

Aritzia

Sunday Best Quinn argyle v-neck sweater vest in merino wool-cotton blend
714.662.4452


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