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Dressing in layers without looking like a heap of clothes

by Annie Mazzola

This article is for you, friends of Persona, but also for me. You might think that, by devoting an entire article to layering, the metaphorical ‘onion look’, I’m an expert in the field... but I’m not, and the chill I caught in Riccione is the sad proof of it.

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What does dressing in layers mean and what are the advantages?

Let’s take it step by step and peel back our conversation in layers, in true onion style. An ‘onion look’ has nothing to do with kitchen delicacies, but it’s a fun way to describe dressing in layers, just like an onion. The idea is to be ready for any sudden change in weather, to have a layer to remove if you’re hot or one to add if you’re cold.

 

Personally, I’m a big fan of this type of layering, not only for climate reasons, but because it allows me to combine several items I love on one occasion. If I had to use a saying to describe this look, I’d say it “combines the useful with the enjoyable”, because it allows you to adapt to the weather – which sometimes changes drastically from morning to evening – without forgetting trends and shapes while also allowing you to play with your look.
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How to layer with style: a few tips

But how do you put together the perfectly layered ‘onion look’ without appearing like someone taking a low-cost flight without checked luggage?

 

It’s very simple, and it starts at the heart of our onion, with the most hidden layer, underwear. For friends suffer from the cold, start with lightweight underwear, such as the much-loved vest. Then move on to a T-shirt, which can be fitted or oversized; the important thing is that you like how it looks both on its own and with something over it.

 

As an intermediate layer, before going straight for the sweatshirt or heading to the knitwear section, I love to use an oversized shirt: either in denim, cotton or linen depending on the season, it’s a great alternative to the ever-useful cardigan.

 

I’ll give you a tip that I really like: regardless of the layered look, it’s great to wear an oversized shirt tied at the hips, which, as well as defining the waist, enriches the look with a detail that acts like a belt – but is so much more. It’s also brilliant if you’re wearing leggings and a T-shirt for a sporty look and want something other than the usual sweatshirt to add a hint of streetwear vibe.

 

Returning to our onion layers, if the weather calls for it, finish the outfit off with outerwear, either a jacket, coat or leather jacket (my enduring favourite), whichever you are most comfortable in and that envelops all the other layers, avoiding the bundled-up effect.

 

Now you are dressed to be peeled back like an onion - only this onion will never make you cry!

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Annie Mazzola is a radio presenter on Radio Deejay, host and content creator. With her spontaneous and direct style, she has, over the years, become a trusted voice within her community: the “Friends from Home”, with whom she shares everyday moments, reflections and passions. Versatile and dynamic, she has, over the course of her career, combined radio with hosting major events and television projects, demonstrating a talent for connecting with the public, both online and in person. Her strong background enables her to handle any type of event with ease and confidence. Alongside her presenting career, Annie has long nurtured a passion for fashion, which she explores through her content with insight and expertise, establishing herself over the years as a notable presence in the fashion world.