THEThe most refined detail of the winter outfit, the accessory that every woman has learned to love for at least two cold seasons now. The balaclavathat is, the knitted balaclava that not only protects the face, but easily elevates the look.
For Autumn-Winter 2023/2024 the balaclava makes its return in the simplest guise there is: black and plain, suitable for daily use. And it turns into the secret weapon when it comes to seasonal headwear.
Where we saw it
More enveloping than the beanie, the wool hat with a casual cuff. And easier to wear than a traditional fedora. The balaclava defeats the competition: and the credit, in addition to its intrinsic characteristics, is above all its growing popularity. Spotted on the emblazoned heads of stars, very popular in crochet in DIY version and also in key low costfrom Zara to Cos: even if it is at the fashion shows that we find the most chic and essential model, to keep in mind when choosing and pairing the next head ally.
The black balaclava by Jil Sander FW23/24 (Photo: Spotlight Launchmetrics).
Seamless, knitted, with under collar, to be pulled on just like a hood. Identical to the accessory worn by English soldiers in the Battle of Balaclava, during the Crimean War of 1854, from which it takes its name. A historical forerunner dusted off on the catwalk and in the collection by Jil Sander: the model proposed by the brand is the quintessence of Quiet Luxury. To give as gifts and treat yourself, considering the long-term durability.
How to combine balaclava in Winter 2023/2024
Lucie Meier and Luke Meier not only present a black balaclava with a refined taste, but also indicate the way to wear and match it. Abandon the utilitarian clothes, the balaclava is rediscovered as very elegant: and the credit goes entirely to the look proposed at the fashion show. First of all, the total black knit midi dress, with a pronounced neckline: a detail to copy. In fact, showing the skin makes the headdress the protagonist, and underlines its cut. Above, a faux fur coat trendy long coat: but the outfit also works with an infinity long coat.
The look with the black balaclava by Jil Sander FW23/24 (Photo: Spotlight Launchmetrics).
Origins in the military field of the trend are contained in the choice of shoes, a pair of powerful amphibians that make the ensemble suitable for the day, gaining in comfort but without losing even a bit of style.
The same goes for the sack bag: bags and bags, straight towards the next destination, be it a mountain resort or the streets of the city. Mission: fight the cold in style.
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