Sweater

A sweater, pullover, jumper, or jersey is a relatively heavy shirt intended to cover the torso and arms of the human body (though, in some cases, sweaters are made for dogs and occasionally other animals) and usually worn over a shirt, blouse, T-shirt or other top. Sweaters tend to be, and in earlier times always were, made from wool (typically of sheep, though possibly of alpaca or other type); however, they can be made of cotton, synthetic fibres, or some combination thereof. Sweaters are maintained by washing, and the use of a lint roller.

city urbanThe term “sweater” is a catch-all for various types of garments. A fundamental division is between a cardigan (which opens in front) and a pullover (which does not). If the sweater has no sleeves, it is generally called a sweater vest or tank top.

Even within these groups, there is a great variety of design. All the various types of necklines are found, although the V-neck, turtleneck and the crew neck are the most popular. The waistline is typically at hip height, but can vary significantly. The sleeve length is likewise variable, ranging from small cap sleeves to short sleeves to three-quarter sleeves to full-length sleeves. The front seam of a cardigan allows for further possibilities, such as a surplice or a bolero jacket. All the hems may have various types of borders, such as picots, ribbing (knitting) and frills.

One advantage of sweaters is that they conform well to the body without requiring the tailoring as woven garments. For example, shaping such as darts, flares and gores ??commonly found in woven blouses, a comparable garment ??are rarely needed in sweaters, thanks to the Elasticity and drape of knitted fabrics. Even when such shaping is needed, it can be knit into the fabric itself, without requiring seams. However, this very elasticity makes it necessary to use more care when washing.

If made of thick cotton, it is usually known as a sweatshirt. A hooded sweatshirt is commonly known as a hoodie. These items of clothing have been vilified in the United Kingdom as representative of a yob culture and banned from a number of shops and shopping centres.[1] However hoodies showing affliation to subjects, groups, colleges (in the case of collegiate universities) and universities themselves are common wear from students in further education. A jumper with an open front fastened by buttons or a zipper, is called a cardigan. A hockey sweater was, in the early days of ice hockey, recognisable as what people in the 2000s would call a sweater, but has since evolved into a sort of jersey. Thus, in modern-day North American usage, the shirt of an ice-hockey player’s uniform is traditionally called a sweater, regardless of the style.

In British English, a sweater is called a pullover, sweater, jersey, or jumper, this last term being the most common name in British English and Australian English. In South African English, a sweater is always called a jersey. Sleeveless pullovers are known in American English and Australian English as vests or sweater vests. In British English they are known as tank tops.

Thin sweaters may be worn tucked in to the waistband of trousers; but otherwise, men’s sweaters are to be worn untucked.

Sweaters are a versatile item of clothing, which can be worn on top of almost any outfit. Sports sweaters, especially hoodies, are often worn on tops of sports kit which travelling to or from a sports ground. As a part of the preppy style sweaters are worn with a dress shirt underneath (and optionally a tie), which has the advantage of allowing the wearer to have the option of removing the sweater when it is uncomfortably warm and still look presentable in many situations with only the shirt. In the late 20th century the sweater increasingly came to be worn as an alternative to a shirt when finer materials made them more comfortable next to the skin.

Some women’s sweaters are meant to be worn belted; sometimes, a belt or drawstring is knitted into the sweater itself.

In ice hockey, the uniforms that present day players wear are sometimes referred to as “sweaters” although they more resemble the jerseys worn in other sports. This is because original uniforms were simply sweaters with the team’s logo stiched on the front. However, as technology changed, so did the uniforms as actual sweaters absorbed too much moisture and became weighed down and bulky throughout the course of a game.

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Belted Sweaters and More Belted Options

Having one of those days when you’re feeling baggy? You’d want to look pulled together with your outfit. Of maybe you’re feeling lithe and it’d feel good to highlight your waistline. A fashion trick for this is to go belted. Some of your roomy shirts and baggy sweaters may be made just the way they are, but wearing a belt the right way and with the right combination transforms  your look and adds pizzazz to your ensemble.

If you’re the kind of gal who wears a belt to simply hold your pants up, maybe it’s time to upgrade your fashion sense. Start sorting out through your closet. Find a belt to test with a dress, a blazer, some roomy tops or even a sweater to see if a belted sweater suits you. Does the belted look and feel look and feel good? The next time you go shopping, you can look for the right belt or belts to add to your wardrobe. You wouldn’t even need to splurge. Many shops offer a wide selection, and you can buy a skinny belt, a thick belt, a rustic- looking belt or a chain belt at a budget.

For a belt to highlight your waistline, buy a more elastic belt with not much overlap. Remember that if you want to cinch tops or jackets, there aren’t pant loops to tuck the extra belt tail into. A low- hanging belt comfortably hanging around your hips does the trick for accessorizing. You wouldn’t need to wear it tight around your waist. Chain belts are the essentials as belt accessories, or belts made of fabric or soft leather. You can hook the belt loosely or tightly and you match your outfit and whimsy.

Wear a belt over a shirt and sweater, and you’re in with the belted sweater look. You can buy a belted sweater ensemble, or you can create your own combinations. Pair a tunic and fly away sweater or opt for a t- shirt and cardigan duo. Belting these combis allows you to manipulate where the fabric falls or stays put. Belting a casual pullover with a rustic looking belt and you’d look sassy. You’d sport a spruced- up style by wearing a wide, buckled belt over your new boyfriend jacket.

A simple- buttoned down blouse paired with a sleek belt makes you look pulled together and stylish. You can transform a drab shapeless dress, a sweater or sheath dress to mod and chic by adding a belt. Create a high waist by wrapping your belt just around your bust line. You can look trim and slimmer by accentuating your natural waist. Opt for wide belts for this instead of skinny ones. Skinny belts are not the way to whittle your waistline. For a low- waist look, wear the belt below your natural waist. Simply hang it on your hips.

Keep your belt simple when wearing it with a ruffled or embellished top. For an instant oomph to a dress of solid color and light in texture, add a python- designed belt or one with a studded design.

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