Fall Shopping List: Zip Detail Sweaters

I am crazy about the zipper detail sweater trend. It's probably my favorite thing. My love started last season when I dreamed of this Phillip Lim version. First, who doesn't love a good layerable sweater for Fall? While some of the zipper placements are purely for aesthetic interest, the best versions of the trend are actually serving to make the sweater more flattering. Often, I'll find a great chunky sweater that I'll love, but wish was just a tad more forgiving around the bottom. With the functional zips in strategic places, you can actually create a more tunic-style look. This makes layering even easier, and I love the idea of pairing the neutral sweater with a fun stripe or print peeping out. The Veronica Beard version is perfection; it looks fantastic totally unzipped with layers or in zipped form. J Crew has done several fantastic versions at a great price. I've been living in the gray sweatshirt version and plan to get the cream as well. Click above on the product to shop, and below for different options and price points!