navy vneck.

Soft, thin, and quite long, this piece should have gotten much more mileage since purchasing it two autumns ago. It started out strong, worn with leggings or denim once a week or so, but like so many other pieces in my closet, once I tired of the obvious outfit choices, this navy sweater got lost on a shelf among my many other cozy tops.  While reorganizing my closet this weekend, I found it, squished in a corner and forgotten, and immediately set to work coming up with fresh, new options for a top I was so excited to have found in h&m for under $30.  The first look I chose was perfect for a ridiculously mild day; I love how the green trench (this is a similar coat, but mine is another great h&m find) looks against the blue.

Both the shoes and the purse are suede, so on a rainy day, I'd probably swap the wedges for a pair of jelly flats and the purse for a leather or synthetic.
This next option allows for a look I've been wanting to try for some time: gray and gold.  The sweater offers a break from the unexpected color combination while complementing the two contrasting shades.  The pops of yellow work the same way.


This final look could be worn to work or out on weekends.  The blazer dresses the sweater up but the pink flats keeps the outfit from being too serious.  Of course, if the occasion required a more subtle ensemble, a neutral shoe would work as well.  I also like how the bold jewelry (bold at least for me!) adds an extra bit of interest.


This sweater will be a great tool to transition into spring, as the fabric is thin and the shape versatile.  I will definitely be using it with warm-weather pants, bermudas, and possibly even 3 inch shorts for casual evening looks.  Be on the lookout for those ideas as spring approaches.
There must be a similar top sitting in your closet, perhaps as overlooked as my own. Have fun coming up with your own new and exciting ideas!