I Just Bought My First Red Knit—Four Ways I Plan on Styling It This Winter

In case you haven't heard, this season is all about the red cardigan. Easy, wearable and making just enough of a bright statement, red cardigans are the perfect place to start if you're trying to get used to styling the bold shade. As influencers, celebrities and editors have flocked to secure themselves the perfect red cardigan, high-street and designer brands alike have delivered them in spades, offering cashmerewool and fine-cotton iterations to suit our preferences. The best of the lot? Well, if you ask anyone in the Who What Wear UK team, they'll send you straight to the Reformation website and implore you to scoop up the Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan in the shade Cherry.

The pure cashmere composition imparts a delightfully supple feel on the skin for comfortable styling and easy layering. Worn buttoned all the way or partly open for a little exposed décolletage, the crew-neck cardigan has a relaxed finish for easy wearability. The perfect accompaniment to your favourite pair of jeans, you'll quickly find yourself reaching for this simple red cardigan more often than not. 

But if you're unsure how to work it into your wardrobe, read on to discover every way we'll be styling the It knit this season and beyond.

1. WITH LEGGINGS + SLINGBACKS

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Style Notes: I'll find any excuse to style up leggings, and this red cardigan is no exception. Dress up the look by pairing the leggings with sleek kitten heels, and let your accessories do the talking by opting for a chic necktie and pretty gold hoops.

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2. WITH YOUR FAVOURITE PAIR OF JEANS

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Style Notes: Red cardigans and dark-wash jeans are a match made in heaven. Wear with trending ballet flats and a warm winter coat, then throw on some simple accessories to complete the look.

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3. WITH A SLIP DRESS + SLINGBACKS

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Style Notes: There's no need to leave your knitwear at home when heading out for the night. Wear it open over a simple black slip for a flush of texture and pop of colour.

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4. WITH A BILLOWY SKIRT + BIKER BOOTS

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Style Notes: Add a grungier element by styling your red knit with hardy biker boots and a metallic bag. To soften the look, add a billowy skirt for a high-low outfit that ticks all the right boxes.

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Natalie Munro
News Writer

Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer. Having worked in the fashion industry since her time at university—where she obtained a BA in Journalism from University of the Arts London, Natalie's experience spans journalistic and styling roles. In the early stages of her career Natalie predominately worked on editorial shoots for fashion publications such as British Vogue, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK, before moving into journalism roles.

On completion of her degree she interned in the editorial team at British Vogue and later went on to freelance for the publication. Here, she developed her interest in reporting on the latest fashion news and trends. Inspired by the dynamic nature of the industry, Natalie went on to write for other lifestyle and fashion brands and publications before taking on the role as News Writer for Who What Wear.

With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Focusing on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion, Natalie reports on a daily basis, ensuring that she remains ahead of the trends. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.