Hannah Fry's mood-boosting rainbow jumper on The Celebrity Traitors is a welcome change from autumnal neutrals
It's proof that knitwear doesn't have to be dull
Knitwear at this time of year can feel like a sea of beige, black, grey and navy. And while neutral jumpers are incredibly useful and will always have a place within your autumn outfit ideas, sometimes a look needs a little bit more colour and personality. Cue Professor Hannah Fry, who gave The Celebrity Traitors host Claudia Winkleman a run for her money on last night's episode with this statement knit.
She brought a welcome dose of colour to a tense breakfast in the castle, wearing a rainbow-striped jumper by Belgian fashion brand Essentiel Antwerp. The striking combination of colours aside, I loved the chunky alpaca wool knit and slightly oversized fit.
It features asymmetric stripes in shades of pink, red, green and blue, and is the perfect way to lift your favourite old jeans and trainers combination. It's still available to buy, but at £260, it's a bit of an investment piece, so if you're looking for a more affordable option, I've scoured the virtual high street and found some bold options to brighten any rainy day this season.
Shop Hannah's look
If you're not familiar with this brand, Essential Antwerp is well worth checking out. Hannah has worn a couple of pieces by them in the castle already, and vibrant colour block designs are something of a signature.
There are only a couple of sizes left, but I couldn't resist showing you this bargain buy. Just like Hannah's pricier version, it's made with alpaca for a cosy finish.
This one is 100% cotton, so it's a lighter knit for warmer days. It's currently 40% off, so don't wait to add it to your shopping basket, or it might just sell out.
We love RO&ZO here at woman&home. This knit is a wool and mohair blend and the colours of the stripes are so cheery. Wear it with leather trousers like the model to really mix things up a bit.
White Stuff does stripes really well, and the colours in this option are slightly more muted if you want a more subtle way to try the rainbow trend.
A nice nod to rainbow colours, this ombre option takes a much softer approach to stripes. Doesn't it look so cosy for a chilly winter day?
A colourful knit like Hannah's will work much harder in your wardrobe than you might expect. When choosing yours, look for a style that picks out colours you already have in your wardrobe. Perhaps you want to pick up on some of those shades in your accessories, or you can simply let the jumper take centre stage instead.
Rainbow brights will instantly refresh denim, or give a new lease of life to tailored trousers or a simple midi skirt. They look great worn under classic winter coats, too.
It's a reminder that autumnal style doesn't have to be predictable. If shades of camel and brown aren't for you, be faithful to rainbow brights instead!
