Oversized sweaters
The oversized style first appeared on fashion runways in the early 20th century and has remained popular ever since. This style was widely popularized by the iconic Coco Chanel and hip-hop culture, especially rappers who wore baggy pants, oversized T-shirts, and hoodies, complemented with chunky accessories and sneakers. In the 1990s, oversized sweaters became a symbol of unisex fashion. However, modern fashion trends clearly distinguish between oversized clothing for men, women, and teens.
Why is this seemingly bulky style so convenient? There are many benefits, but the main one is that an oversized sweater not only helps to shape your figure and provides freedom of movement, but also allows you to stay warm. Layering plays a key role here—under a voluminous cardigan made of fluffy yarn, you can easily fit a chunky knit sweater or a hoodie.
Trendy knitted oversized sweaters require following a few simple styling rules:
By the way, loose clothing won’t hide extra weight—in fact, it can add volume. Still, this style is versatile and works well for any age. And if you have a good sense of fashion, you can cleverly conceal imperfections and emphasize your strengths.
Many consider the women's oversized style a true find: it has no age restrictions or strict limitations, except for color choices. For mature women, lighter shades are recommended; for younger ones—brighter, darker, or even black tones. A foolproof combination for anyone is the timeless "oversized knitted sweater + oversized shirt" combo, especially with a white shirt. Also popular are large women’s T-shirts—whether plain, printed, or decorated. These can be worn untucked or half-tucked into skirts or pants.
Oversized sweaters, cardigans, and jumpers have been trending for many seasons. A particular favorite is the stylish black oversized sweater, which also comes with its own styling rules:
No oversized outfit is complete without accessories. But only one area should be accessorized—either the face or the neckline. For round-neck sweatshirts, chunky chains or large beads work great. For V-neck jumpers, go for a long pendant. Earrings should be subtle—studs or small hoops. If you're wearing bold hoops, the only other accessory should be a bracelet. The main goal is to highlight your individuality and avoid getting "lost" in the layers.
There's a common belief that creating an oversized outfit is just about wearing something "borrowed" or too big. And sure, grabbing a white oversized sweater might seem like a quick way to get the look—but it’s not that simple! A professional stylist would tell you that oversized fashion depends on cut lines that give the look its intentional and effortless "airiness." Oversized is all about contrasts—that’s what gives this style its signature playfulness.
Buying an oversized sweater means learning how to style these voluminous pieces. According to many stylists, bold-colored oversized sweaters, jumpers, or cardigans look great with dark jeans, while lighter shades go best with classic blue denim. A compelling outfit also plays with fabric textures—pairing fluffy with sleek, or soft with structured. For example, light dresses with the Ruby cardigan or the high-neck Odeon sweater, or the cozy and textured Ellyn long cardigan made of fluffy yarn. These are just a few options from our seamless knitwear collection. You can purchase them at the 25 UNION online store and have them delivered anywhere in Kazakhstan via the CDEK delivery service.
