<\/span><\/h2>\nNow that we have that out of the way, let’s talk about the four rules of layering. These should not be viewed as hard rules. They more closely resemble guidelines.<\/p>\n
You can undoubtedly bend and break these rules, just like you can with most things in fashion. Simply keep them in mind.<\/p>\n
Rule number one: Each layer must work independently. We all have those shirts that don’t truly fit us and we only wear them under sweaters. The issue is that you have to make sure that each layer functions independently in case you feel too hot and need to remove the sweater or if you spill something on the sweater.<\/p>\n
Make sure that, if you’re wearing a button-up shirt, a vest, and a jacket, you’ll still look good in those two layers if you take the jacket off. Or, even if you remove the vest, you do not ruin your appearance in any way. Each layer must work independently.<\/p>\n
Rule number two states that there should not be more than three layers. Two is good, but it’s quite basic. Four is often too much.<\/p>\n
Three is perfect.<\/p>\n
It is sometimes possible to wear four layers, but you will likely overheat and it will look a little too heavy and padded.<\/p>\n
That magical sweet spot is a three. Three layers is usually where I stop when putting layered clothing since it strikes the perfect balance between aesthetic appeal and functionality. This would be perfect\u2014a shirt, followed by a middle layer and a jacket.<\/p>\n
Thick on the outside, thin on the inside is the third rule. Here, we’re talking about fabric weight.<\/p>\n
When putting together an outfit, this one happens naturally, but it’s still something to keep in mind.<\/p>\n
For instance, as a foundation layer, you may wear a poplin cotton shirt or a thin undershirt. As an intermediate layer, you might wear a wool cardigan or sweater. And as an outer layer, either a wool cashmere jacket or a down jacket that is thicker.<\/p>\n
Although it occurs naturally, you should keep the lighter layers closer to your body and the heavier, thicker, more textured textiles farther away.<\/p>\n
Wearing a very thin outer layer over a really thick middle layer is what you want to avoid doing.<\/p>\n
An extremely thick cashmere sweater, for instance, followed by a nylon windbreaker. It simply wouldn’t make sense and wouldn’t look to be balanced.<\/p>\n
Now, a raincoat is the only exception to this rule. Over a sweater or other thicker clothing, you might occasionally wear a raincoat that is lighter in weight. The reason for this is that you’re attempting to achieve water resistance with your outer layer.<\/p>\n
Fourth rule: Darker on the outside and lighter on the inside. We’re talking colors.<\/p>\n
In general, wearing a lighter color on the inside and a darker color or darker shade on the outside will always look good.<\/p>\n
For instance, a white dress shirt, a gray suit, and a charcoal topcoat.<\/p>\n
Once more, this rule is flexible. For instance, it would look good if you wore a camel topcoat rather than a charcoal one. However, in general, if in doubt, always go from light to dark because it will never look awful.<\/p>\n
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