katharine hepburn understood turtlenecks…
the sleek, contemporary silhouette…the remarkable ability to define a jawline (as if she needed help in that department). the sophisticated simplicity of revealing so much by showing so little…
was it for warmth, protection, or simply style? who cares? it looked great…
cat burglars, skiers, and a number of men with goatees have also appreciated them, but less for their aesthetic properties than for their ability to camouflage, warm, and impute intellectual hipness…
everything about a turtleneck depends on how it fits and what it’s made-of…big, bulky hand-knits are about homespun charm, borrowing from your boyfriend’s closet, and warm, cozy weekends…especially when paired with jeans or leggings…a tight, ribbed turtleneck with a slim neck defines the body in a sexier way…lying smoothly under a suit jacket, it creates a tailored, sporty look…
in the end, the turtleneck’s form is simplicity itself, whether it’s at the center of attention or part of a layered ensemble…
