A black turtleneck is an indispensable thing for creating fashionable bows.

Do you know why a sweater with a high narrow neck is called a "turtleneck"? This is because at the end of the 19th century, divers wore a wool sweater with a high neck, as it protected the neck from rubbing against a metal suit. Later, a golf sweater, as a turtleneck is also called, was included in their wardrobe by pilots, and after them by racing drivers. Well, as a civilian clothing, and not overalls, a turtleneck was first worn by Parisian fashionistas.

Initially, the turtleneck was exclusively a male wardrobe item. Once having become fashionable, she firmly settled there and soon became a classic. A black turtleneck is a must-have in any man's wardrobe. There are many options for its use, you can wear a golf sweater under a jacket, jacket and other outerwear, and as an independent, completely self-sufficient thing. The black turtleneck was a constant companion of such famous personalities as Elvis Presley, Ernest Hemingway, Steve Jobs.

A turtleneck is, perhaps, one of the few items of clothing that has survived to this day since its inception without undergoing significant changes. Like many other things, the golf sweater was borrowed by the ladies from the stronger sex.Now a black turtleneck is the subject of a basic women's wardrobe. They are sewn from wool, acrylic, silk, cotton, knitwear and other fabrics.

Turtlenecks come with a high fitting collar, with a lapel, with a short single-layer collar. All of them perfectly protect the neck, and high models - and the chin, from cold and friction on outerwear. In the cold season, the undoubted advantage of a turtleneck sweater is that it can be worn without a scarf.

Sleeveless turtleneck is a great combi-partner for jackets, blazers, light jackets with narrow sleeves. Made of thin cotton jersey, it can be worn in the warm season and as an independent piece of clothing.

Turtlenecks made of knitted fabric in elastic, colloquially called noodles, gently fit the figure, exactly repeating its curves, while not restricting movement. Comfortable and stylish, the noodle turtleneck never goes out of style.

Pairing a black turtleneck with blue jeans is an on-point option for a casual look.

Black skinny piping trousers, Marlene wide trousers, relaxed baggy trousers - all of these options are perfectly combined with a black turtleneck sweater.The total black color of the set visually stretches, slims the silhouette, but it must be diluted with bright or light accessories or shoes.

A knee-length pencil skirt and a little lower, complete with a black tight sweater, will emphasize a thin waist. Additionally, you can emphasize it with a belt.

The combination of a fully closed top with short shorts looks intriguing and sexy. Wear tights under the shorts in the color of the shoes, this clever technique will make the legs longer.

When trying on a turtleneck in a store, pay attention to the composition of the fabric, it is better if it is as natural as possible, this will prevent the formation of such an unpleasant phenomenon as rolling the fabric into pellets. The head should pass effortlessly into the collar, otherwise the narrow neckline will subsequently “strangle” the owner of the sweater.

If you like ensembles in the style of the 60s, pay attention to the simple, but at the same time interesting image, replicated by the famous film star Marilyn Monroe: black turtleneck + white 7/8 trousers.

A golf sweater combined with classic blue denim trousers, plus sneakers or sneakers is the perfect outfit for walking or work that requires constant movement around the city.