Step into winter with a Beaufort & Blake knit for every occasion
Wrap up in the British brand’s effortlessly elegant knitwear
Words: Zoe Dickens
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Stop what you’re doing and take a second to consider today’s choice of outfit. Less than a week in to lockdown part two and we’re willing to bet you’ve already reverted back to the baggy shorts and T-shirt that saw you through the first wave, haven’t you?
It’s okay, we understand. It’s been a tough few months and there’s nothing like the creature comforts of your favourite clothes. Except we’re also willing to bet that you’re not feeling your most productive or put together in them – especially when it gets to the evening or weekend and the sartorial markers that used to separate your work and leisure time are gone.
The answer? Knitwear. Or, to be more specific, Beaufort & Blake knitwear. The British brand’s expansive range of jumpers and sweaters offer something for every occasion – and all are incredibly comfortable. So whether you need to look smart for a virtual meeting or are looking for something cosy for the weekends, they’ve got you covered. Here’s our pick of the best…
For Zoom calls: Look smart in the Colesbourne jumper
As much as we’d all like to think otherwise, your appearance matters – especially in the professional world – so, even if you are working from home, there’s no excuse not to be presentable in Zoom meetings. But this doesn’t have to mean throwing on a full three-piece suit. Available in blue, grey and dark green, Beaufort & Blake’s Colesbourne jumper is woven from a soft lambswool with a slightly loose fit and half-zip that make it ideal for wearing over your favourite Oxford or flannel shirt. The perfect match for both jeans and chinos, we guarantee once you’ve tried it, you’re going to want one in all three shades.
For match day: Reach for the Aston knitted rugby
It’s been a strange time for sports fans. With spectators banned from stadiums, we were, for a while, able to console ourselves by joining fellow fans at the local to catch the game but now even that small pleasure has been temporarily taken away. Which, of course, doesn’t mean there isn’t any fun to be found in watching the game from home – all you need is the right set up. Fire up Deliveroo, grab yourself a beer and pull on Beaufort & Blake’s knitted Aston rugby. Described by the brand as ‘the love child of Jonny Wilkinson and your grandma’, its super soft vintage-feel lambswool has been spun in a contrasting stripe design you might never want to take off.
For winter walks: Stay warm in the Shilton jumper
Crisp, clear winter days are made for long urban rambles and bracing country hikes. With little else on offer in the way of entertainment right now, we foresee a lot of them in the future. The key to getting the most out of the small pleasures is to be prepared and, when it comes to your knitwear, there’s no finer walking partner than Beaufort & Blake’s Shilton jumper. With a half-zip design similar to the Colesbourne above, its 100% Italian lambswool construction is slightly chunkier and features a textured knit to the shoulders and ribbing at the cuffs and hem for added warmth.
For Christmas Day: Slip on the Barnsley jumper
This year’s Christmas may not be what you’d planned but you can still have a great celebration no matter the circumstances. Especially if you happen to find Beaufort & Blake’s Barnsley jumper under the tree come Christmas morning. This Nordic-inspired crew neck knit is made from soft lambswool and finished with a flattering double stripe and fleck design that will be the perfect match for practically everything in your closet. Once unwrapped you won’t be able to wait to wear it so start dropping hints now…
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