Fall is my favorite fashion season.  I have always been a sweater girl.  Like certain songs, I can identify what I was doing at a certain time based on sweaters, especially in high school.  Some favorites include a grey nordic-inspired Esprit one with snowflakes that anyone who knew me back then would remember, I wore it so much.  A floral cotton crew neck from Ann Taylor that I permanently borrowed from my mom, which I wore in my least-favorite class photo.  A thick cable knit cardigan purchased on a trip to Hong Kong with my mother, aunt and cousin.  A very bright patterned sweater from Benetton.  Oh, the 80’s!

These days I gravitate toward more classic shapes and neutral colors that I will wear for years and years.  I love a sweater coat and a splash of color, like cobalt, red, or pale pink.  I also like an interesting texture, knit or accent, like leather trim or an asymmetrical zipper.  Since my collection is quite extensive these days, any new additions are given careful consideration — whether it is an investment or a trendier piece. Here are some knits I would gladly add to the collection.

Shopping List:

1. Helmut Lang Wool-Cashmere Cardigan
2. J Crew Tweed Sweater-Jacket with Fringe Trim
3. Theory Beylor T Caresse Sweater
4. Topshop Unique Keswick Cable-Knit Wool Turtleneck
5. Madewell Ryder Cardigan Sweater
6. Theory Sandrina B Cashmere Sweater