Looking for an excuse to wear your favourite festive jumper this December?
Now you have one in National Christmas Jumper Day, with the added bonus of raising money for a good cause too!
This Friday 13th (unlucky for some but not for Charity) Save the Children is hosting a national Christmas Jumper day. To participate all you need is a jumper and a phone; you can buy, borrow or customise your jumper and raise or donate as much money as you can by texting or signing up to the website (click here).
In the spirit of the day we’ve rounded up our hot pick buys, so whether you want affordable and cute or to really splash out and make a statement this Christmas we’ve found a few alternatives just for you, and not a dodgy dad knit in sight!
Simplistic and classic this Chinti and Parker sweater is a must have for those who like to stay modest this winter. It’s all about the detailing and subtle style elements with this one; elbow patches add a touch of sophistication, while the pink reindeer nose adds just enough of a splash of colour (http://www.net-a-porter.com £350).
Follow the example of Cheryl et al. with this dazzling Markus Lupfer jumper (available at www.markuslupfer.com, £332.00). Complete with adorable sequin snowman and oversized waistband it’s the perfect slouch fit jumper for keeping cosy on those cold winter days. If snowmen aren’t for you, there’s a whole host of other Christmas inspired sweaters available online.
Topshop offers a more purse friendly reindeer number for £55.00 (www.topshop.com). Ideal if you’re looking for something with more wear; the slump shape combined with the deep navy colouring provides endless opportunities to wear again and customise to your own style.
This J. Crew offering features alternate Christmas mascots in the form of llamas, alongside subtle embellishments to give an expensive twist to a classic pattern. The neutral colour means dressing around it won’t be hard work and the wool texture is comfortable and versatile. Get yours before they’re gone at http://www.net-a-porter.com/ (£100.00)
A final seasonal favourite of ours is this winter wonderful design from Sea. In the higher end of the ranges at £305 it’s worth investing in if you want a basic statement piece for your midwinter wardrobe. It hosts an interesting textured pattern representative of its affluent price and the royal blue colour shies away from the usual festive palette, offering a more unusual take on a popular style (available exclusively at www.net-a-porter.com).
By Leanne Coppock
