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10 easy ways to update a grey jumper

From tucking a shirt underneath it to adding a pop of colour, here's new ways to update your classic grey jumper for Autumn and Winter.
By Penny Travers
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With embellishments

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Add a feminine touch to your outfit by picking an embellished jumper. We loved Stella McCartney's festive jumpers at Paris Fashion Week.

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Layered up

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Layering is a key trend for Autumn/Winter 2014, and we love how A Detacher stacked up a turtleneck, sleeveless top and cardigan.

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Slouchy jumper

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Good news. The slouchier the jumper, the better, as seen on models at Ackermann. And don't be tempted to roll your sleeves up either.

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With a pop of colour

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Models at Akris at Paris Fashion Week wore their slate knits with a bright orange skirt for an uplifting winter outfit.

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Over a sheer top

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Celine had a sexier take on the humble sweater, layering it over a sheer black blouse.

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With a scarf

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Throwing a soft foulard over your jumper is the perfect (and cheapest) way to instantly update it. Thank you Isabel Marant.

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Over a shirt

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Want to tackle the preppy trend without looking like you've stepped out of school? Follow 3.1 Phillip Lim's lead at New York Fashion Week and opt for a loose white shirt under a cropped knit.

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With a blazer

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While grey sweatshirts with jeans are great for relaxing at the weekend, you can also smarten them up with a buttoned-up blazer, a la DKNY.

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Over a scarf

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While Dior made colourful and enormous scarves the show's focus, at New York Fashion Week, J Crew kept them discreet and tucked under a simple knitted top.

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With a fun twist

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Thanks to Jonathan Saunders at London Fashion Week, it's now a requirement to go all out with a geeky, fun winter jumper. 

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