Twinset Sweaters

The twinset sweater is a women's sweater fashion that is highly versatile, stylish and all-seasonally friendly.

The twinset is comprised of the under-shell, usually a tank-top, sleeveless or short-sleeved sweater made of lightweight cotton, cashmere or other light fabric. The outer layer of the twinset is a cardigan, often made of the same lightweight cotton wool , cashmere or another light fabric. Variations of the twinset can include a heavier outer cardigan sweater or an outer layer that has a deep scoop neck (thus displaying the undershell), instead of a cardigan. However, almost always, the twinset is worn with the undershell being a tighter, form-fitting garment, and the cardigan or outer shell being worn open to display the set. The twinset is most popular with both layers being the same color and style, but popular variations of the sweater twinset include opposing but complimentary colors, one layer being patterned while the other remains solid, and a highly ornate undershell with a plain cardigan (or vice versa).

The twinset originated in the 1940's, and quickly rose in popularity because of it's versatility. The twinset is formal enough for most professional atmospheres, but also casual enough to wear for informal activities. Many women started wearing the twinset with a string of pearls, a popular fashion that still perpetuates today, personifying an image of class, social status, and often, conservativism.