Women's sweaters for this Fall come in a variety of styles and
shades of color. Sweaters can be worn for many different
occasions from lightly colored causal gatherings to darker and
more formal functions. The cashmere sweaters in different
styles and colors from pastel toned cardigans, dark v-necks
and earth colored turtlenecks to argyle styled vests are
popular among designers. Cashmere is a delicate, soft fabric
made from the wool of mountain goats and is very warm without
bulk.
Another style, which will be popular in 2006, is sweater
vests. They are sleeveless sweaters worn over casual shirts in
cool weather. These vests may be made of cotton, wool, or a
mixture of man made and natural material, and in various
prints and colors.
Also cardigan sweaters, which are made in different shades of
color and have zippers or buttons in the front, will be in
fashion. There are different styles of cardigan varying from
cashmere to cotton, and in different stitch types like Aran
(Irish) knit.
Dressing Your Man
For your man, sweaters may come in various designs and colors
to be worn for many occasions. A popular sweater for a man is
a cashmere sweater. This type of sweater can come in many
styles including a v-neck and turtleneck sweater. Many
cashmere sweaters for men may be worn alone or with a semi
formal jacket.
Another style of sweater for men is a sweater vest. This is a
nice choice of clothing to wear with a semi formal or even
casual shirt in cooler weather. These vests are made of wool,
cotton or cashmere and come in various colors to accentuate
what shirt a man may choose to wear underneath.
Also cotton sweater in various styles such, as a cardigan
sweater, vest, men's v-neck and turtleneck are popular. Cotton
is a breathable, comfortable fabric suitable for many
occasions, as well as being an inexpensive material that is
easy to care for. A woolen sweater comes in different style
ranging from argyle to crew neck to turtleneck to a buttoned
or zippered cardigan. Wool is known for its warmth and its
ability to breath, and is a common material that sweaters are
made from.
Colors
The colors popular in sweaters for fall are very dark and
neutral. Black is always in, dominated the runways by far from
other colors. Brown known this season as Italian plum is still
big. You will also see a touch of garnet, spicy orange and
purple drab. The color that tops all and is a must have for
the season is deep cobalt, otherwise known as navy. Navy is
being paired with all of the above including brown. You will
see navy sweaters with brown skirts. Black dominated but had a
touch of one of the colors above added to the outfit. There
was plenty of play with different shades of black; it is not
just solid black this season.
Also this fall wool knitwear which is hand-made cashmere,
mohair and angora threads, often matched with light and
impalpable fabrics like organza is popular.