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As winter approaches and sweaters become a necessity, wearing graphic printed sweaters can be an excellent way to make a stylish statement while staying warm.

“Graphic print sweaters are a fabulous way to easily throw together a polished yet fun ensemble,” says Saks Fifth Avenue Handbag Department Buyer Casey Winston.  “Mixing and matching the more casual graphic sweater with a leather skirt can make it go from day to evening and give an edgy and trendy vibe. Accessorize with opaque black tights and booties, and you have a great look for the upcoming season.”

We’ve rounded up some of the best graphic printed sweaters that can serve as great staples to a cozy and fabulous winter wardrobe!

1.  Can’t Be Tamed


Untamed Tiger Eyes Sweater, Forever 21, $32.80.

With a basic black front, the intricacy of the tiger design on the back of this sweater is unexpected and intriguing. With the addition of a long necklace, you can make the front more interesting and brighten up the ensemble. 

2. Heart on Your Sleeve


Pins And Needles Hearts Elbow-Patch Sweater, Shopcade, $49

With just a pop of red on the back elbow patches, this cute, black-and-white heart-print sweater is fun and girly without being ostentatious. Try it with zippered leggings to add some edge to this feminine look.

3. God Save the Queen!


Fireside Union Jack Sweater, Forever 21, $24.80

The Union Jack is a sleek and stylish symbol that provides this sweater with a classic versatility. Its vintage and polished appearance can be paired with equestrian-style boots to create an elegant but edgy look.

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4. The Long and Short of It


Reverse Intarsia Cropped Sweater Urban Outfitters, $69 

The bright colors and vibrant pattern makes this cozy, cropped sweater an eye-catching piece.  Wear it with black textured shorts, such as quilted vegan leather shorts, and opaque black tights for a dynamic look that doesn’t distract too much from the colorful design of the sweater.

5. A Woman of Letters


Knit Sweater, H&M, $29.95

The assortment of letters arranged all over this classic sweater is subtle from a distance and an interesting statement up close!  A unique way to dress up this sweater is to wear it with black tights and metallic shorts, which will add some brightness and glamour to your look.

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6. You Animal


Monki Animal Print Sweater, ASOS, $62.29

This piece displays an abstracted animal print that makes it interesting and artistic without being too over the top.  Wear this with patterned leggings, to add some color and flair to the ensemble.

7. Tugging on Heartstrings


Baroque Heart Sweater, ASOS, $62.29

The elaborate baroque design forming the shape of a heart makes this lightweight knit sweater fun and feminine. Complement the sweater’s intricate red design with red ballet flats.

8. Have a Coke


Fresh Coca-Cola Sweater, Forever 21, $22.80

For soda-loving collegiettes, this classic logo on this vibrant red sweater is both cute and colorful. Keep the look casual with shorts and tights in a neutral hue.

9. Your Stripes are Showing


byCORPUS Furry Tiger Sweater, Urban Outfitters, $54.99

The furry texture of this tiger-inspired sweatshirt makes it cozy while giving it an extra wild vibe. Wear it with faux-leather pants to make your look chic and sleek.

 

Even though graphic sweaters are statement pieces on their own, you can layer them and dress them up with different accessories, interesting leggings and shorts and trendy boot styles to create several different ensembles and dynamic looks for the end of fall and winter!

Allie Sutherland is an Architecture Student and Alpha Phi sister in the Syracuse University class of 2015. http://alliesutherland.com/
Cassidy is a Digital Production intern at Her Campus. She's currently a junior studying journalism at Emerson College. Cassidy also is a freelance reporter at the Napa Valley Register and a staff writer at Her Campus Emerson. Previously she blogged for Seventeen Magazine at the London 2012 Olympics, wrote for Huffington Post as a teen blogger and was a Team Advisor at the National Student Leadership Conference on Journalism, Film, & Media Arts at University of California, Berkeley and American University in Washington, D.C.. When she's not uploading content to Her Campus or working on her next article, Cassidy can be found planning her next adventure or perfecting her next Instagram. Follow her on Twitter at @cassidyyjayne and @cassidyjhopkins.