Casual looks with cardigans for your everyday
In any casual everyday look, a cardigan can be the perfect solution. It’s light and flowy, and without buttons or zippers, it’s very comfortable to put on and take off anytime. Here are several ideas showing you how to style a cardigan for your daily classes:
1. Straight jeans and a basic tee: a cardigan to complete the look
The simplest way to style your cardigan is with straight women’s jeans and a basic tee. Choose jeans with some detail like studs or rhinestones so your look shines on its own, and a tee in a light neutral tone. You can complete the outfit with a dark or earth-toned cardigan to get that relaxed vibe you want for your everyday.
2. Mini skirt and neutral-toned cardigan for a polished style
If you prefer women’s skirts that are short, you can wear a cargo-style skirt with pockets in a light neutral tone paired with a white knit top. To finish the look, choose a cardigan also in neutral tones: you can stick to the same color family with light shades or break it up with a dark color for contrast.
3. Long cardigan with tailored pants: the perfect combination
Another great option to style women’s cardigans for your everyday is with wide tailored pants. To make this outfit look less formal, pair the pants with a white tee. Choose a long cardigan and you’ll have the perfect set.
How to style a cardigan with dresses
The cardigan is a very versatile piece that you can also pair with dresses both for everyday wear and special occasions. The key is to find harmony. How do you balance a cardigan with a dress?
Knit dress and short cardigan for a harmonious look
The best dress to pair with a cardigan is a long knit dress. It’s a perfect duo for transitional weather because it keeps you warm and you can play with layers as needed. Plus, it’s comfortable and at the same time, very stylish!
To get the effect you want with this look, the ideal is to create harmony through contrast, meaning since your knit dress is long, choose a short cardigan to avoid overwhelming the outfit.
As for colors, you have total freedom: from playing with different shades of the same color to choosing opposite tones that contrast. It’s a matter of taste! That said, our advice is to go for neutral colors because they’re easier to make the most of.
Ideal accessories to complement your cardigan outfit
At Brownie, we always talk about the importance of details, and often, to add a chic touch to your looks, you just need to choose the right accessories. How do you style a cardigan with the appropriate accessories?
Thin belts to highlight your silhouette when wearing a cardigan
Whether you pair your cardigan with pants, skirts, or dresses, a belt can enhance your silhouette. A thin belt with some standout detail like studs or eyelets can make a difference.
Also, don’t think the only way to wear your cardigan is loose. You can also play with that belt and wear it over the cardigan to get a more formal look and use this combination for special occasions. You’ll love the result!
Small bags that go well with long cardigans
Your bag is another essential accessory for you. How do you style a cardigan with this accessory? One of our favorite combos is long cardigan and small bag. That contrast will give balance and harmony to your look.
A flap bag will give you a very modern look and visually pairs well with a long cardigan, whether you wear it on your shoulder or crossbody.
Shoe options to pair with a cardigan
To finish your cardigan look, we help you choose footwear. Don’t worry, we focus again on versatility, so the choice depends on your style and the occasion, since this piece pairs just as well with sneakers as with boots.
Ankle boots for transitional weather looks with a cardigan
For transitional weather, we go for the cardigan and women’s ankle boots combo. For a more comfortable and relaxed look, platform leather ankle boots are perfect, while cowboy-style leather ankle boots will give you a very chic touch when paired with your cardigan for a special date.
