You open your wardrobe, and everything looks the same!

Imagine a single piece that could breathe new life into three outfits you already wear. Stop imagining: this sweater with fine multicoloured stripes is the one.

• Fine stripes, never loud
  The stripes are narrow, and from a distance the tones blend into a warm heathered look. Up close, you see every colour; from afar, you see a lively piece, not a clown sweater.
• It does the work of an accessory
  With a pair of raw denim jeans and ankle boots, you're all set. No need for jewellery or a scarf: the colour is already in the sweater, and that's one less decision to make in the morning.
• Horizontal stripes done right
  It's the classic objection: horizontal stripes make you look wider. Here they are narrow and plentiful, and the sweater falls straight down the body — the eye follows your height, not your width.
• A soft knit that moves with you
  The knit gives where it needs to and springs back into shape. Raise your arms, drive, carry bags: the sleeves won't stretch out of shape.
• Tonal ribbed details
  The collar, cuffs and hem come in a deep blue that pulls the whole look together and keeps the stripes from going in every direction.

A colourful sweater is a gamble — this one wins because it stays wearable on a Monday. You'll find it at the top of the pile all season long.