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KNITS on the rise

Say the word ‘knits’ and run-of-the-mill chunky jumpers or boring sensible cardigans may come to mind ... and while a chunky cocoon-shaped sweater and (now not-so-boring) cardigan are actually at the top of fashion’s hit list this season, which we’ll look at in a future issue, the definition of knits has expanded beautifully to include the lightest, sleekest, and most feminine looks we’ve seen in years.

They’re also some of the easiest to wear … such as in light

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