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WORTH IT?

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Have you noticed how in the past few years, designer logo sweaters have been on the rise? It started with Gucci, moved on to Dior and now that cruise collection Chanel sweater is trending too. There’s no doubt that come winter, we are always on the hunt for cute sweater outfit ideas but is a designer sweater really worth your buck?

A few years ago I took the plunge and got the Jadior 8 sweater; since then Dior have continued to make this jumper every year and in a variety of colours. Have I ever regretted the purchase? No, but I do think that there are certain designer sweaters that are not worth your investment. When making these types of purchases I like to keep three things in mind:

Note: I also did an edit on the best sweater styles to have now featuring a lot of affordable high street pieces! Check that out here!

1.Will I still love it when it’s no longer “trending?”

Do you remember the Gucci T-shirt? Everyone ran to grab it but it’s easy to sometimes get swept up with what everyone else is buying, especially when you see the amazing Instagram photos that come out of it. But what you really need to ask yourself is will you really still love it when everyone else has abandoned it in the back of their wardrobe? If the answer is yes, then you know it’s a piece you really love, not one that you’re just getting because of someone or something else. Chances are you’ll be able to create tons of outfits because it matches your personal style too.

2. How wearable is the material?

When I was buying this sweater, I found the material to be super important. This one is cashmere and I knew that it would keep me warm which meant that I could get a lot more wear out of it. If the material is something you know you won’t be able to wear for a significant portion of the year then is it really worth the investment?

3. How “classic” is it?

I always believe that you should never let a trend drive your purchasing decisions. If you find that a trend or a piece actually suits you, your body type and your style, then it’s worth the thought. If the piece doesn’t work with your wardrobe, your style, or just you generally, that won’t change no matter how many times you see it on your insta feed; it’s not classic for you. It also helps if a piece is a classic, like a Chanel flap bag, or this Dior sweater, essentially something the brand keeps making, because then you know your purchase is always going to be stylish (Key: There’s always a difference between trendy and stylish!)

So, on that note, what sweaters or designer pieces are you eyeing right now? Until then, shop my favourite sweaters below! I’ve even linked to high street versions that look designer.