Five stylish tricks to update your turtleneck

Say hello to the season's chicest layering piece. Throw this slim knit on under sweaters, shirts and dresses to make your favourite pieces winter-friendly.

By Kate Gertner

Updated November 8, 2013

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Turtlenecks

Statement topper

Update a basic black turtleneck with a gold blazer. Bonus: Metallics are great for holiday parties!rnrnTurtleneck, $85, Banana Republic. Gold print blazer, $470, Ted Baker.

Five stylish tricks to update your turtleneck

Basic black turtleneck

Seeing stripes

We love layering, and with like patterns, it's foolproof.rnrnTurtleneck, $85, Banana Republic. Dress, $80, Express. Black blazer with leather details, $299, Holt Renfrew.

Essential ribbed turtleneck

Love of layers

Try this twist on the traditional button-up and blazer combo. The extra layer instantly adds warmth and style.rnrnTurtleneck, $85, Banana Republic. Jones New York Shirt, $59, The Bay. Camel blazer, $415, Ted Baker.

Essential ribbed turtleneck (Photo Erik Putz)

Pretty preppy

A camel-coloured turtleneck works well with fall's must-have wine and burgundy tones.rnrnTurtleneck, $74, Banana Republic. Blazer, $545, Brooks Brothers.

Camel-coloured turtleneck

Dress to impress

A turtleneck and vintage brooch gives your favourite LBD a lady-like makeover.rnrnTurtleneck, $85, Banana Republic. Theory Dress, $325, Holt Renfrew. Brooch, Carole Tanenbaum Vintage.