WHAT TO WEAR

Best Long Sweaters to Wear with Leggings & Pants

If you love leggings and skinny pants, a sophisticated way to wear them is with a long, cozy sweater. But finding one that’s just the right size and shape takes a little searching. Today, I’m sharing 5 of my favorite long sweaters and how I style them to get the right look.

blue sweater | split hem pants shoes | bag

1. Long Mock Neck Sweater

Here’s a fabulous and practical sweater since it’s not a traditional length sweater, but it’s also not a long-tuned one. In other words, you can wear it 2 ways. Could you put it in at the front and let it hang over, or leave it full out? It looks chic over slim pants or thick leggings.

Look closely; you will see it has a modern design with ribbing going horizontally two-thirds of the way across the front and then vertically up and down the side. I love the chic mock neck; that blue is stunning with black. Relaxed but not sloppy looking, this long top for leggings feels fresh and youthful!

Green tunic sweater | leggings – I’m wearing| spanx leggings | booties  | bag

2. Ribbed Turtleneck Tunic

This long turtleneck tunic sweater is for gals who like a longer, more relaxed look.  This cozy knit covers you in front and behind, so go ahead and don’t feel self-conscious about wearing those tight leggings. With this oversized look, I like to push up the sleeves and expose a little forearm for a younger, hipper look. I also suggest wearing a long tunic sweater like this to wear a bit of a heel.

A long sweater can make you look short or even drown you, especially if you are petite. Note the side slits. They are super flattering. Exposing a little thigh is slimming and sporty.

Blue Duster | White shirt | jeans (similar) | booties | scarf

3. Classic Knit Duster

A long cardigan or duster is a great thing to wear with leggings or slim pants. If you want to layer a longer top underneath, like this crisp white shirt, go right ahead!  This beautiful duster looks rich and elegant in this regal blue color and, worn with black, oozes sophistication.

lavender mock neck | split leg pants – I’m wearing | split leg pants | shoes | earrings | bag

4. Drop Shoulder Tunic

Here’s another tunic sweater but with a much smaller slit and a stylish drop shoulder. I love the shape of this gorgeous knit and the stunning lavender color, which looks elegant and feminine with these slit-front leggings.

burgundy tunic sweater | faux leather pants | bag | earrings

 

5. Wide Cuff Tunic

Here’s a beautiful sweater with a trend detail- wide cuffs, which are going strong now! The shirt is shorter than the other tunic styles, but the tone-on-tone pairing works perfectly. I love a matched color set like this when you want to feel chic. Bonus: monochromatic makes you look long and lean!

Enjoy!

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Deborah Boland

Deborah, a former Fashion & Lifestyle TV host and Image Consultant, understands the style challenges women face in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. As the founder of Fabulous After 40, she helps women tweak their chic and embrace fashion with confidence—so they always look and feel amazing.

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