The sweater-skirt combination is the official celebrity-approved uniform this winter. Cosy, stylish, and easy to recreate, it works for brunch, college, and even airport looks and low-key events. And while the go-to pairing for a sweater is usually jeans or pants, Bollywood's trendsetters are proving that a skirt creates a fresher, more elevated silhouette.
Nothing screams youthful winter chic like an oversized sweater with a pleated mini skirt, and trust us, this is something both Ananya Panday and Khushi Kapoor have been spotted in several times.
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The loose-fit knit adds softness to the look, while the sharp pleats of the mini skirt bring structure. Finish it off with boots or knee-high socks to balance the volume and weight the bottom half.
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If you love a more polished, mature aesthetic, take cues from Mouni Roy and Poorna Jagannathan.
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High-waisted fitted skirt and baggy sweater make for quite a contrast that sits well on the body-the skirt sculpts your frame, while the big knit keeps things easy. You look great with it at dinners, winter date nights, or any semi-formal event.
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Another celebrity-approved styling trick involves cropping a sweater and pairing it with a long pencil skirt and sneakers. It's a modern, minimalist outfit that is equally cozy and edgy. The cropped knit defines your waist, while the longer hemline on the skirt elongates your frame.
The combo is perfect for everyday winter dressing.
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Sometimes it's the simplest pairings that are the most enduring. A pullover tucked into an A-line skirt renders a universally flattering balance of shape. Throw in loafers for a sense of quiet luxury, or swap those in for sneakers for an effortlessly casual spin.
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If putting them together sounds like a task, take a cue from Suhana Khan-matching woollen separates. A coordinated sweater-and-skirt set instantly looks luxe with zero effort. Just add minimal accessories and you are good to go.
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Which celebrity winter look will you try? While Bollywood proved just how versatile the trend can be, the more relevant question would be whose look will you recreate? Be it Ananya's oversized knits, Mouni Roy's fitted silhouette, or Suhana's monotone woollens, there is a version of this trend for every mood and aesthetic.
