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Would You Wear: The Graphic Sweater

Posted by Alexandra C. | Thursday February 21, 2013

When comfortable pieces of clothing become fashionable, I'm happy. I'm still secretly awaiting the time when 90's baggy overalls come back in style.

So when designers like Jeremy Scott, Kenzo for Opening Ceremony and Balenciaga all showed sweatshirts in their fall/winter 2012 collections, I was on board. It helped that these weren't your run of the mill, plain Jane sweatshirts. These were bold, colourful, patterned and quirky sweatshirts that gave some serious edge.

Street style stars even proved that the graphic sweater was wearable at fashion week:

While it's super chic on these ladies, we're still unconvinced that the graphic sweater works in everyday life. Maybe done with the right combo of clothing and paired down with denim or solid trousers?

These celebrities jumped on the bandwagon too and interpreted the trend in a more wearable way (except those sunnies, Rihanna?):

(left to right) Taylor Swift, Rihanna

(left to right) Alexa Chung, Miley Cyrus

So, what's your take? Is this a flash in the pan type of fad or will this one stick around for a few seasons?

If you're hooked on the graphic sweater, here are a few options we think would fit nicely into any wardrobe:

1. Romwe "Paris" Eiffel Tower Grey Pullover (US$31.99, on sale)

2. Zara Plush T-Shirt (C$59.90)

3. Old Navy Lightweight Graphic Sweaters (C$25.00, on sale)

4. Forever 21 Minnie Mouse Cupcake Pullover (C$23.80)

5. Markus Lupfer Lips Knit (UK$299.00)

6. Asos Sweatshirt in 101 Dalmatians Print (C$53.12)

I like the comfort aspect but I have my doubts about it's longevity. What do you think chicks? Would you wear the graphic sweater?

(images via openingceremony.us, becauseimaddicted.net, designyoutrust.com, stylepile.com, lookbook.nu, thetrendreport.gr)

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27 Comments

	on February 25, 2013 Becky 13,128 said: Love the graphic sweater! I think an oversized sweater with leggings look amazing and flatters most figures
	on February 22, 2013 Melly said: I think they're so fun and can certainly be stylish when worn properly. It's definitely a better look when worn with a tailored bottom (skirt, pants or shorts) - not track pants that will just make you look like you didn't care about how you'd look that day!! I've jumped on the bandwagon and gotten a couple of graphic sweaters, worn with jeans or a skirt with wedge sneakers or boots, I've gotten a couple of compliments so I think it's working...
	on February 22, 2013 Tynk 2,249 said: Some of these are actually kind of cute. What's wrong with having some fun with your wardrobe?
	on February 22, 2013 flower 4,433 said: too much
	on February 22, 2013 chel 602 said: omg the bart one! i love it
	on February 21, 2013 smiley_gen 9,832 said: I'm not a big fan but I do fancy the Old Navy cherry sweater. Looks cute on Taylor Swift tho... :)
	on February 21, 2013 midnightsun2288 6,053 said: I think its a flash in the pan for the fashion industry but it will stick around for a few seasons for the general public. I actually like it, my favorite is the bunny one worn by the girl in the beanie.
	on February 21, 2013 LissaG 6,010 said: Yes! I love them all. The cat one is my favourite :) And Tay Swift's fox one is super cute also!
	on February 21, 2013 takoda 28,648 said: Around the house sure, but I wouldn't go to far out doors in one.
	on February 21, 2013 LadyFlash 8,899 said: I think they can look very fashionable with the right ensemble. I love the fox one Taylor's wearing and I have a similar one to Miley with Mickey Mouse that's one of my favourite things I own. :)