The Layered Look

While checking out one of my fave blogs, The Sartorialist, I came across this inspiring look.

I love the layering effect with multiple Cardigan sweaters finished off with a thin waist belt. Minus the shorts and flips flops, the look is perfect for this weather.

Sooo I had to try the look on my own. I found a sweater similar to the above but it was too short and thick that I ended up looking similar to Shrek...


Not a good look . So the moral of the story...

To achieve the layered look right, you must:

1. Find a long, thin cardigan (other wise tying the belt around using anything with thick material will make you look frumpy.)
2. Use a thin belt
3. Use distinct colors

Try some of these neutral colored finds to achieve the look right:

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Merino ruffle cardigan

$98.00 now $69.99

Shop jcrew

Simply Vera Vera Wang Layered Pinch Pocket Cardigan

orig. $74.00

sale $44.40

Shop Kohl's

Lux Sweater Vest

Now $34.99 Was $48.00

Shop Urban Outfitters

And in Basic Black:

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Bubble Sleeve Cardigan Sweater
Was: $39.99
Now: $29.99

Shop rampage

Tommy Hilfiger
Long Cardigan
Was: $69.00
Now: $50.99
Shop Macy's