Friday Fashion Fix: Knitwear for your body shape

<p> </p> <p> Add some curves to your body with this season&rsquo;s must-have cocoon silhouette; team this chunky crocheted wool vest from Alice + Olivia with a pussy-bow blouse to soften hard lines and printed trousers to show off your muscular calves.</p> <p> Crocheted wool cocoon vest, &pound;320, Alice + Olivia at <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/" target="_blank">Net-a-Porter</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p> <p> </p>

<p> V-necks are great for showcasing your bust and lengthening your upper body, while the button-down cardi is flattering on bigger tummies since it breaks up your middle and makes it look smaller. The longer length and pocket on this button-down from French Connection are flattering touches that help draw the gaze away from bulkier middles, while the epaulette detail gives structure to your top half and shows off your shoulder line. This will look great worn over bootleg trousers and a V-neck top.</p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p> <p> Military mayhem cardigan, &pound;87, <a href="http://www.frenchconnection.com/" target="_blank">French Connection</a></p>

<p> Lengthen your lines with a longer knit in a solid hue (team with matching tights and heels to further elongate your silhouette. This wool and cashmere blend boat neck dress features figure-flattering, waist-cinching detailing at the front.</p> <p> Knitted dress, &pound;570, Autumn Kent at <a href="http://www.wolfandbadger.com/" target="_blank">Wolf &amp; Badger</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p>

<p> Pear shapes with thinner upper bodies and bigger bums, tums and thighs will do well to invest in the classic waterfall shape and avoid tops that cut off at the hips. This jungle print jacket from East can be thrown on over any ensemble to add a burst of colour and ensure a flattering cut that drapes over your top half and nips you in at the waist.</p> <p> Leopard print cardigan, on sale for &pound;26, <a href="http://www.east.co.uk/" target="_blank">East</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p>

<p> </p> <p> If you need to balance out broader top halves and narrower hips, pick a knit that gives your hip line added width with an asymmetric detail at the hemline. This electric blue cashmere top by Madeleine Thompson is in this season&rsquo;s hottest hue and can be teamed with trousers, leggings, shorts or skirts. Try pairing with a printed trouser or boldly coloured jean to draw attention to your legs instead of your larger top half.</p> <p> <br /> Electric blue asymmetric cashmere roll neck jumper, &pound;253, Madeleine Thompson at <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/" target="_blank">My Wardrobe</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p>

<p> </p> <p> Add extra bulk to your narrow frame with this chunky knit jumper from Zara with of-the-moment colour-blocking and contrast sleeve details. Team with a pleated skirt or ruffled shorts for a curve-adding, on-the-town ensemble.</p> <p> Combined knitted sweater, &pound;45.99, <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/home/uk/en/zara-W2011" target="_blank">Zara</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p>

<p> </p> <p> For a quick and easy way to break up your longer lines, just pick a top with horizontal stripes in different tones. Diffuse your height even more (and cinch in your waist) by adding a belt in a bright hue.</p> <p> Striped metallic jumper, &pound;32, South at <a href="http://www.littlewoods.com/" target="_blank">Littlewoods</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p>

<p> Avoid unflattering tugging across your chest with a low V-neck, belted cardigan. David Emanuel's autumnal-hued version will look great with bootcut jeans or over trousers.</p> <p> Orange chunky cardigan, on sale for &pound;22, David Emanuel at <a href="http://www.bonmarche.co.uk/" target="_blank">Bonmarche</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p>

<p> A chunky embellished jumper, like this short-sleeved cable knit version from Oasis, is perfect for adding bulk and making smaller chests look more substantial.</p> <p> Cable front handknit tabard, &pound;60, <a href="http://www.oasis-stores.com/" target="_blank">Oasis</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p> <p> </p>

<p> Highlight your curves in a structured knit, which helps define shoulders, cinch in your waist and draw you in at the hips. This knitted biker jacket from Jaeger is perfect for highlighting your assets and keeping your tum looking trim.</p> <p> Knitted biker jacket, &pound;199, <a href="http://www.jaeger.co.uk/Home" target="_blank">Jaeger</a></p> <p> <a href="http://aolshopping.aol.co.uk/search_attrib.php/page_id=1198" target="_blank">- Shop knitwear</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p>