Sweaters with Ethno Patterns: 3 Winter Looks in the Folklore Trend

African tribal looks, Aztec designs and Inca prints are the “in” patterns. Definitely!
Rhombuses, rectangles, prongs, ornaments, the full range. With their exotic look and their luminous colors, sweaters with ethno patterns help you fight the winter blues. They are comfortable but still stylish. Just looking at them stirs the wanderlust within you, because the folklore look creations blend together different cultures. These three looks allow you to enjoy your hot chocolate in style.

1. Bohemia meets sex appeal

With the right accessories, you don’t have to abandon your favorite mini even in freezing temperatures: combine a black, flared leather skirt with subtle pleats with a knitted sweater with ethno patterns and burgundy legwarmers. Brown ankle boots and waist belt, a burgundy crossbody bag, a black felt hat in fedora style and a white woolen overcoat will have you dancing in the folklore look throughout the winter months.

2. Trendy for the office

You don’t want to go without your sweater with ethno pattern in the office? No problem. With simple black jodhpurs, a white blouse with a Peter Pan collar, an oversized light gray overcoat and a brown briefcase, your comfortable companion will be fit for the office. Pointed loafers with silver glitter or light brown ankle boots provide a great contrast. Men also don’t have to do without their knitted sweater at work. A black long sleeve shirt under a black duffle coat – light brown flannel trousers plus black brogues, and you’re done!

3. The sporty and cuddly street style

When the temperatures are down those who like sporty looks should grab a hooded sweater with striking ethno patterns. It can be combined splendidly with dark blue skinny jeans and lined boots. A khaki-colored parka with a fur hood and a warm cashmere scarf are just the right thing for drinking mulled wine in freezing temperatures. Men should steel themselves with brown lace-up boots against the foul weather. A cozy look for winter strolls at the Christmas market.

With sweat pants, baggies and harem pants you should only wear sweaters with ethno patterns at home. Out and about and in the office this style will quickly start to look unkempt. Also, sweaters with ethno patterns should be worn with respect towards other cultures. Best to forget about moccasins, feather decorations and vests with fringes.

Sweaters with ethno patterns call for single-colored, but textured materials. They look terrific with leather as well as with satin, chiffon or fake fur.