One could say that I'm a huge fan of the twinset. Not a twinset in the traditional off-the-shelf sense, but one that is put together with thought and imagination. I enjoy taking a cardi and finding just the right sleeveless top to create my own individual twinsets .
I was reminded of this recently when I wore this twinset which I created from a Peacocks camisole and long cardigan. It's what I call a retirement suit.
And yup same brand, remember - esoteric colours are best matched within the same clothing range.
This got me thinking about other twinsets I have created . My most versatile has been within the Woolovers range where I bought a cashmere merino tank top which instantly gave me twinset options with several grey cardigans . Here with a long grey cardigan , grey jeans, and a dangley necklace to accessorise.
A simple switch to white jeans and scarf changes the look.
Here, a change of cardigan creates another twinset look, setting just the right pitch to team with this little denim skirt.
However, I do prefer wearing the tank top with the longer line cardigan. I wore it recently with a simple grey wool skirt . The pop of colour came from my gorgeous Marks & Spencer's berry boots and a glass bead drop necklace .
Woolovers appears to have discontinued the cashmere merino vest.
It's available in a summer mix Silk/cotton vest HERE - I'm not a huge fan of that blend, but each to his own eh.
As spring sets in I'm busy injecting some colour into my neutrals. Twinsetting will be an absolute requirement and this season I'll be adding my twinset piece in the form of a sleeveless jersey top. Probably.
Like I did when creating my yellow "twinset" here.
Perhaps mixing in some pattern into a coral twinset, HERE.
Or maybe letting vibrant colour do all the talking HERE.
Whichever route I take, the DIY twinset will be in my SS18 wardrobe, of that there is no doubt. It creates a cohesive look and instantly smartens an outfit when the pieces are worn together as a set. It's my dressier look in retirement. My retirement suit.
A twinset that can go smart with pearls or casual with a scarf or simply worn unadorned.
For that is the power of the twinset.
A twinset that can go smart with pearls or casual with a scarf or simply worn unadorned.
For that is the power of the twinset.
Now what about you my dear reader, are YOU a fan of the DIY twinset?
Do you have any cardi/vest pairings planned for the coming months?
A la perchoine.
