The word “crochet” conjures up many mental images, most of them homely, cosy, and cute. But M&S’ chic take on crochet for summer blows that idea out of the water with one carefully considered tonal outfit. And it is this, a neat cream short-sleeved crochet summer cardigan, with matching shorts, shoes and a bag.
If you’re looking for a way to convey summer elegance on holiday, this is a one and done solution. It’s stylish, easy, and crochet’s woven texture in cream lends an instant luxury appeal to the outfit.
Woven Flat Mary Jane Ballet Pumps
I can testify to the ease of a matching set. On my recent break, my go-to outfit was also a cream matching shorts and top set, in linen, by Nobody’s Child.
Cotton Blend Textured Cropped Cardigan
It worked so well because a matching set is both an instant outfit, and two items to mix -and-match, which means getting dressed requires almost no thought. Win!
Also, if you’ve packed well, the sandals and sunglasses you pair it with - I recommend Uniqlo's new sunglasses range for affordable yet stylish options - will also be immediately to hand.
Cotton Blend Tie Front Knitted Shorts
If you’re not heading to the beach – or at least not yet anyway – on its own this cropped cardigan has the dual appeal of being elegant and textured without getting too cutesy. For this also see the surge in popularity of pointelle knits.
If a matching set is not on your list, this cotton rich cardigan also comes in a zingy orange, which will brighten up denim, and, finally, an apple green.
Layer this short-sleeved cardigan over a simple tank top, and you’ve found an instant summer update.
