10 Poncho Styles To Rock Instead Of A Sweater
Sweaters are great during the fall seasons when the weather is still toying between hot and cold, but the problem is that if the weather takes a turn for the hot, you can’t take off your sweater! Poncho’s are a great alternative because they are removable, but they may also seem a bit daunting when it comes to styling all that fabric. That is why we’ve put together a list of styles to give you all the inspiration you need!
1. As A Sweater
I know, we just said that a poncho could replace a sweater and here it is styling itself as a sweater! But with this design you get the option of removing your poncho sweater if the weather decides to change at a moments notice. Just pair a regular outfit underneath, done your poncho, and you are ready for whatever weather the day has planned!
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2. With A Belt
Adding a belt to the look not only contains that billowing poncho look, but it also creates the look of a stylish jacket or cardigan. You can close the poncho off completely for a full and definite jacket look, or leave is open slightly in the front and pair a cute shirt underneath for a more casual style!
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3. With A Collar Shirt
Styling a collar shirt underneath a poncho gives it a more business casual look that can be a great look to the office or for a formal day out. Go for a neutral match like a white collar shirt and a beige poncho, add a pair of skinny jeans, and you have also got yourself a total girl boss look!
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4. Fur Collar
If you want to go for a more sophisticated look with the poncho, go for a fur trimmed poncho! This combines a classy sophisticated look, with the cozy and comfortable style of the poncho. It’s perfect to wear on top of a dress if you go out, or if you just want to channel your inner aristocrat this look will do the job! If you go for a fur collar on the poncho, you can also wear it during the winter as the fur will double as a cozy scarf.
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5. Hooded Poncho
Ready for your Red Riding Hood moment? The hooded poncho is a great alternative to a jacket or wearing a hat in the winter, and even better this look is super cute! The hood can keep you warm in winter, or keep the wind out of your hair during the spring of summer months.
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6. Wool Poncho
A wool material is the perfect way to still style a poncho in the winter, without freezing. The heavy make of this poncho looks similar to those beloved cable knit sweaters, so you can still be toasty warm and perfectly fashionable all winter long!
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7. Turtle Neck
Turtle neck’s are a great style that you can wear throughout the fall and the winter. Paired together with a poncho however creates a look that is not only functional and guaranteed cozy, but really is the only top you’ll ever need for the next two seasons!
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8. Thigh High Style
The poncho itself doesn’t have to be the only style recommendation! Just like the match between a longer fitting sweater with stylish thigh high boots, pairing a poncho with the thigh high style is a super cute, functional and fashionable look, that gives a new spin on the sweater idea.
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9. The Fringe
Tassel and fringe on sweaters, dresses, jackets, or skirts, add a certain new fashion style to the look that is chic, cute, and just a plain great look to own! Which is naturally why we can’t have a complete poncho style list, without a cute fringe poncho!
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10. Light Beach Ready
Get yourself a lighter weight, sheer poncho material and get ready for some beach days! It’s true, that most ponchos are made with a heavier material, but there are poncho styles that are lightweight and just perfect for the beach! You can make an entire outfit with the poncho, or just pair it over your swimsuit for a snazzy cover-up!
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