How to wear a high-neck knit top: 5 easy outfits and a colour guide
A high-neck knit top looks polished with almost nothing else. Tuck it into a high-waisted skirt or trousers for work, wear it under a cardigan or blazer when the air-con is strong, and use it as the warm middle layer on a winter trip. Here are five easy outfits with the Parisa High Neck Knitted Top (RM59), plus help choosing from its six colours.
Why choose a high neck?
A high neck frames your face, so you need less jewellery and less effort. It also covers the part of you that feels the cold first, whether that is the office air-con or a winter wind in Tokyo.
Parisa is a textured knit in one free size. The size guide lists a bust of 100–124 cm, a length of 53 cm, sleeves of 50 cm and a 55 cm shoulder, so it sits relaxed rather than tight and is easy to layer.
1. Tucked into a pleated skirt, for work
Tuck the front into the Tiana Wool Pleated A Line Skirt (RM49) in black or grey. The high neck and the short pleats balance each other. Add loafers and a structured bag.
2. With wide-leg trousers, for long days
Pair black or dark grey Parisa with wide-leg trousers in the same tone. One colour from neck to ankle looks tall and calm, and it is comfortable from the morning meeting to the drive home.
3. Under a cardigan, for the cold office
Keep a soft cardigan at your desk, like the Gentle Soft Knitted Cardigan (RM45), and wear it open over Parisa when the air-con wins. White Parisa under a black cardigan, or coffee under cream, both look considered.
4. As your middle layer on a winter trip
In Japan or Korea, wear a thin thermal under Parisa and a warm coat over it. Indoors are heated, so when the coat comes off you still look dressed. Our guide to wearing a skirt in Japan in winter has a full packing list.
5. In wine red, for Chinese New Year
Wine red is festive without shouting. Wear it with a brown or black skirt, gold earrings and a small clutch for reunion dinner. Apricot is a softer choice that still feels warm and lucky.
Which colour should I choose?
| Colour | Feels like | Try it with |
|---|---|---|
| Black | Sharp, easy | Grey or black skirt, gold jewellery |
| Dark Grey | Calm, office-ready | Grey skirt, black trousers |
| White | Fresh, bright | Black cardigan, denim |
| Apricot | Soft, warm | Brown or white skirt |
| Coffee | Cosy, grown-up | Cream, brown, black |
| Wine Red | Festive, rich | Brown or black skirt, for CNY |
If you are buying one, black or dark grey works the hardest. If you already own plenty of black, wine red or apricot will feel new.
How do I keep a knit looking new?
Always follow the care label first. In general, knits last longer when you wash them gently in cool water, dry them flat instead of hanging, and fold rather than hang them in the wardrobe so the shoulders keep their shape.
FAQ
Is a high-neck knit too warm for Malaysia?
Outdoors at midday, it can be. It is at its best in air-conditioned offices, malls and restaurants, in the evening, and on trips to cooler places.
What size should I get?
Parisa comes in one free size: bust 100–124 cm, length 53 cm. Compare it with a knit that fits you well, and allow 1–3 cm of ease.
Can I wear it to the office?
Yes. Tuck it into a skirt or trousers in a matching or neutral colour.
Which colours are available?
Black, Apricot, White, Wine Red, Dark Grey and Coffee.