Oct 23, 20202 min read

All about Sweatshirts

When I was younger, my favorite thing to do was play dress-up. Although I'm a little older and much less sparkly than I was at five, my love for dressing up has never changed. Whether or not I'm planning on leaving the house, I genuinely enjoy the process of picking out an outfit each morning. In fact, my roommates have jokingly pointed out that I will get dressed up only to sit at our dining room table all day. As much as I love picking out outfits, a big part of the reason I put effort into what I wear is that it helps with my self-confidence and makes me feel more prepared to take on the challenges of the day.

Now, that’s certainly not to say I don’t have mornings where I wake-up mentally drained and don’t have the energy to be creative with my outfits. On the days where comfort is more of a priority, my go-to is usually a sweatshirt and a pair of jeans. I prefer to wear a collared shirt underneath a simple crewneck or sweatshirts that have a little embellishment, so I have some semblance of feeling put-together.

Seeing as the stress of school has made these types of days more frequent, I thought I would share a collection of sweatshirts that are equal parts comfort and style!

From top to bottom: striped crewneck || cream pleated sleeve || black ruffleneck || black high collar || ivory turtleneck || beige collared sweatshirt || pearlized sweatshirt || pink ruffle sleeve || taupe sherpa

The sweatshirts featured in this post have been chosen specifically for their ability to be worn alone. However, if you are interested in enhancing the outfits you create with these sweatshirts or sweatshirts you already own, here are my favorite styling techniques:

Style by Layering:

As I mentioned previously, I usually pair my sweatshirts with a collared shirt. In addition to adding a layer of warmth, I think contrasting necklines enhance the visual appeal. Turtlenecks and collars are also a great way to add a little pop of color or pattern to your outfit. Below are a few tops I found to layer with almost any sweatshirt.

(click on the picture to shop these tops)

Style by Accessorizing:

To me, "the beauty is in the details" perfectly encapsulates the purpose of accessorizing. Accessories can transform any outfit, which is why they are an easy way to add style without jeopardizing comfort. On the days I decide to wear a sweatshirt, I typically reach for simple gold jewelry and a hair accessory (headband or bandana). Below are some of my favorite accessories, including the pearl headband I wear almost every day.