In honour of yesterday’s passing of legendary fashion designer Sonia Rykiel we’re re-posting our article on knitwear in her memory.
Name a piece of fabric that’s comfy, cozy and chic at the same time? A piece of fabric that works for late summer evenings as well as early fall mornings? Yes folks, we’re talking about the knitwear fabric!
A short story of knitwear
The status of knitwear today, is a result of none other than Coco Chanel’s use of it in 1916. She did a collection with knitted jersey and included clothes like jumpers, dresses and cardigans. Knitwear had already begun to be used for sportswear, but Chanel introduced it to daily womenswear. Fashion designers like Jean Patou (1887 – 1936) and Sonia Rykiel (1930 – 2016) have since developed the fabric and made it a fashion fabric to count on. Especially Rykiel gave the fabric a higher status as she constantly returned to it and relaunched it in different shapes and patterns. Sonia Rykiel is also stated to be the queen of knitwear, a declaration we underline indeed! Her 2010 collection for popular brand H&M (see right) was a knitted, colorful, history with energy, youth and life in focus.
The nice thing of knitwear
Knitwear can be used for different clothes, and others more favorably. Cardigans, sweaters and dresses are all common combos with the fabric. Perhaps even more common is the use of hats, scarves and gloves in knitted fabric, a safe and cozy go-to when the degrees hits colder temperatures. The nice thing about knitwear is that it’s not exclusive to a certain style or socioeconomic background. A knitted sweater remains a knitted sweater to anyone who pulls them off, whilst suede or silk is both more pricey and comes with an exclusive touch. Knitwear is for everyone.
Pull of knitwear
Knitwear is rather easy to do as it’s that natural to use. But we’re leaving you with some styling tips however. As knitwear is rather heavy on the fabric it’s a fun one to play with texture, we love the harsh contrast of the light silk and a heavy knitted piece. The fall buzz is a fact when knitwear is paired with faux fur or leather as it’s a comfy and warm combo. As a piece can be knitted in different styles, is also fun to play with the different textures of different sorts of knitwear. A finely knitted sweater with a rough knitted vest adds an interesting texture.
Folks, that’s our very short and quick post on knitwear! We don’t know about you but we’ll surely get comfy in the fabric this upcoming fall. And Sonia Rykiel? Hands down for you lady!
Amazing post 🙂
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Such a wonderful Dress! Have a great weekend.
It’s so stylish! Xx
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great post! can’t live without my sweaters!
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They’re just the best! Xx
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Really sad to here about Sonia, She was one of my favourite designers. Gemma x
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She was so good! Xx
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I was so sad to hear about Sonia.. Really great post though, I’m definitely not a huge fan of winter and cold weather but part of me always looks forward to curling up in my favorite sweater when it’s snowing outside 🙂
XO
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Same here, she contributed with so much! Sweater weather is the best one haha, especially with tea and chocolate! Xx
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Knit dresses are very cute and comfy. I love them for that. Great post.
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They are indeed, love the combo of knitwear and dress! Xx
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This is such a fabulous history, I learned so much! Knitwear really is a standby in every season!
So glad to hear it, thank you! Xx
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Love the Photos:) Awesome:)
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Wow I had no idea she passed! RIP Sonia. Great tribute!
xx Yasmin
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She was so talented! Xx
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What a lovely idea for a blog post – and a touching way of remembering her life’s work! So much colour and impact; it’s inspiring 🙂
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It is indeed, love the way she played with fashion! Xx
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I missed the news of her passing somehow. Very sad indeed. I agree that knitwear is universal. Any person in any style, place or background could easily make it their own.
-M
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She gave so much! It is indeed, and that’s the lovely part about it! Xx
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It’s amazing how many things Coco Chanel has influenced! Great article!
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She has influenced so much, such an icon! Xx
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Oh man, knitwear and Sonia Rykiel. Two of the best topics, and a great tribute!
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Indeed, she was the queen! Xx
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Since living in California my knitwear collection has become rather sparse. But I love wearing chunky knits in cooler weather!
~Jessica
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Can imagine! We who live in sweater weather locations adore them though haha! Xx
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Great post!
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I’m a lover of knitwear all year round. I love how you took the opportunity to mention S.,Rykiel by the way. Love, Baci, Valeria – Coco et La vie en rose NEW BEAUTY POST
It’s so cozy and chic! Hands down to her! Xx
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I somehow had not heard of Sonia’s passing until just now. Such a sad day in the fashion world 🙁 Great post though! Thanks for sharing!
xx Annie
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A sad world indeed, even though she hasn’t been active the last years, she really rewrote the fashion game for knitwear! Xx
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Love knitwear in the cooler months. Great post! RIP Sonia.
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It’s a great piece of fashion! Hands down to her! Xx
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Knitwear is one of my faves! As you said, it is comfy, cozy and chic, just perfect! 🙂
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Cozy and chic are the words for it! Xx
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R.I.P Sonya Rykiel, she created some stunning pieces. I love knit wear, especially for fall. I seriously get so inspired everytime I come to your blog and read your posts. I never studied fashion in school so I feel like I get a mini crash course everytime I visit! Have a great weekend babe!
xoxo Rina
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She did indeed, she had a fun sense or fashion! And oh gosh, thank you so much for your kind words Rina! Your support means so much and I’m so happy that you find my posts helpful. Thank you again for the love! Hope you had a lovely one gorgeous! Xx
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Knitwear is so comfy and can be so chic.
xo
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It can indeed, a lovely piece of clothes! Xx
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Great tips dear <33
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Thank you! Xx
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Oh too bad about Sonia Rykiel, I hadn’t heard. I love knitwear and how easy it is to find great pieces, even on a budget.
She had a lovely eye for fashion and knitwear in specific! It is indeed, it’s for everyone! Xx
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She was such a talented woman… RIP!
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She was indeed, such a fun sense of fashion! Xx
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I love me some knitwear! I actually didn’t know it was called that haha. That last photo is so pretty. I think Free People probably makes my favorite (affordable) knitwear. I JUST bought like three knitted pieces from them! Cannot wait for winter. 🙂
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Hahah it is indeed! Right? The dress is so chic!! Haven’t seen their clothes for awhile but have to check the knitwear! Xx
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awesome post! i hope you’re having a lovely day 🙂
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Thank you and same to you! Xx
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Nice history I love use knit for winter
xx LL
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It’s so chic and comfy! Xx
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Great post – RIP Sonia.
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Thank you, and hands down to Sonia! Xx
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I love all things knit. Cannot wait to bring it back during fall and winter!
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Same here, it’s so good! Xx
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I love a great fitted knitted piece. It’s so comfy and one I can count on to not only keep me warm, but stylish, too! Yet another great article, beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing and I hope you have the most amazing weekend ahead!
XO,
Jalisa
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Same same, they’re both so comfy and stylish at the same time and nothing is better than sweater weather! Thank you love! Xx
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Great post! I had no idea that Coco Chanel introduced knitwear to womens’ fashion, but I’m glad she did and I love Sonia Rykiel’s collections!
Julia x
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She made it more accessible and kind of “cool”! Her collections were incredible! Xx
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Knitwear is my favorite – I don’t think anything beats sweater weather! Cheers to such a stunning tribute to the legendary Rykiel!
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Sweater weather is the best and especially with a cup of tea! Cheers! Xx
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Great post! That last dress is incredible. xx
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Right? It’s such a babe, love it! Xx
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Oh, I love knit wear actually which is why I learned! I’ve knit my own sweater once! Great post!
I hope your day is as beautiful as you are!
xoxo, Vanessa
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That sounds so awesome, would love to have the patience to do so haha! Xx
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I’m a huge fan of knitwear! A sweater is definitely my go-to in the late fall + all through the winter! Great post!
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Same here, they’re just so cozy! Xx
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