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I struggle to get off the couch and wear anything but a sweatshirt in the winter, but when duty calls, I need something a little more stylish to wear to lunches, work, and more.
Oprah Winfrey’s been wearing the best comfy sweatshirt alternative — an oversized turtleneck — and I’m inspired to add multiple to my closet now. In not one but two different Instagram posts from The Oprah Podcast, the host wore oversized turtlenecks, one in red and one in beige. She wore them both with jogger-style pants, and I think it’s safe to say that we have a new winter uniform.
Oprah’s not the only star who’s been wearing turtlenecks — Gwyneth Paltrow, Katie Holmes, and Cameron Diaz have all been spotted in the style. With extra fabric at the neck, the sweater helps protect your upper body from the elements. And the oversized silhouette Oprah has been rocking is so easy to layer.
If you want to try out this comfortable and elegant style, consider these similar turtleneck sweaters from Nordstrom, Everlane, and Banana Republic below.
Oprah’s Outfit Blueprint:
- Banana Republic Factory Perfectly Soft Turtleneck Sweater, $47 (orig. $85); bananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com
- Everlane The Boxy Turtleneck in Cashmere, $124 (orig. $248); everlane.com
- Free People Sunbeam Oversize Turtleneck Sweater, $76 (orig. $168); nordstrom.com
- Mango Turtleneck Knitted Sweater, $40 (orig. $60); mango.com
- Lulus Found the Warmth Turtleneck Sweater, $59; lulus.com
- Abercrombie & Fitch Cable Knit Turtleneck Sweater, $54 (orig. $90); abercrombie.com
- Banana Republic Italian Merino-Blend Cropped Sweater, $160 (orig. $200); bananarepublic.gap.com
- Mango Turtleneck Knit Sweater, $80; mango.com
- Lilysilk Oversized Merino Wool Sweater, $139; lilysilk.com
- Bobi Turtleneck Pullover, $123; revolve.com
Everlane The Boxy Turtleneck in Cashmere
Rule number one of streamlining your winter closet — start with a timeless outfit starter, also known as the black turtleneck. This Everlane style is on sale for half off right now. It’s made with 100 percent cashmere, and you can snag it in sizes XXS through XXL. I appreciate its boxy silhouette which really emphasizes the oversized design.
Banana Republic Factory Perfectly Soft Turtleneck Sweater
Already have an everyday black sweater? Try something bolder like this red sweater reminiscent of Oprah’s. It has a roomy silhouette that layers well over skirts, jeans, and more. The ribbed hem and cuffs enhance the style to dress it up, and the bold red color is guaranteed to turn heads (you can get it in black, gray, camel, and a striped pattern, too).
Free People Sunbeam Oversize Turtleneck Sweater
Brown is having a moment — Oprah recently wore the hue in three different ways in one outfit, and Martha Stewart is a fan, too. Combine two trends with this oversized turtleneck sweater by Free People that comes in the “it color” of the season. The chunky knit design looks as comfy as it gets, with extra space in the sleeves for a relaxed fit that doesn’t compromise on style.
You can’t have too many sweaters in your closet, and turtlenecks will simply never go out of style. Find more sweaters inspired by Oprah’s recent Instagram looks below.
Shop More Turtleneck Sweaters Inspired by Oprah
Mango Turtleneck Knitted Sweater
Lulus Found the Warmth Turtleneck Sweater
Abercrombie & Fitch Cable Knit Turtleneck Sweater
Banana Republic Italian Merino-Blend Cropped Sweater
Mango Turtleneck Knit Sweater
Lilysilk Oversized Merino Wool Sweater
Bobi Turtleneck Pullover
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