Winter layering for men is a sport. A dangerous one. One wrong move? And you’re either freezing like a background character in a Netflix crime show. Or sweating like you overdressed for a five-minute coffee run. And yet… when it works? It WORKS. That effortless “yeah, I know what I’m doing” energy. This season, Westside is helping men crack the code on mixing knits and jackets without looking like they panic-dressed in the dark.

Why does layering suddenly feel like such a big deal?

Because winter outfits are judged from the outside in. No one sees your cool tee. They see your jacket. And what’s peeking out underneath it. Get that combo right and you’re giving street-style pap shots. Get it wrong, and it’s giving “borrowed this from my cousin”. Knits and jackets are the winter version of a power duo. Think Batman and Robin. But warmer.

Okay but what kind of knit actually works under a jacket?

Not the chunky one that makes you look like the Michelin Man. And definitely not the paper-thin one that does absolutely nothing. You want that Goldilocks knit. Slim. Soft. Warm enough to stand on its own. The kind Timothée Chalamet would wear under a coat and still look fragile but fashionable. 

How do I mix knits and jackets without looking like I tried too hard?

Rule of the streets! One hero piece at a time. If your jacket is loud. Puffer. Bomber. Oversized vibes. Keep the knit chill. Solid colours. Clean lines. If your knit has texture or personality. Let the jacket calm it down. Balance is the secret sauce.

Can I pull this off casually or is this only for “nice” outfits?

Casual is literally where this combo thrives. Knit + Jacket + Jeans + Sneakers = The ultimate Winter Style! So dreamy. You’ll look like you stepped out of a Pinterest board! Total Jude Law vibe. Want to upgrade the vibe? Swap sneakers for boots. Add a beanie. Now it’s giving airport fit like a celebrity instead of grocery run!

How do I avoid looking bulky when layering?

Repeat after me. Oversized on oversized is a gamble. If your knit is relaxed? Your jacket needs structure. If your jacket is puffy? Your knit should stay close to the body. Clean fits keep the look intentional. Not accidental. The goal is street-style cool. Not lost in layers.

Why does everyone on Instagram suddenly layer so well?

Because layering adds depth. Texture. Dimension. It’s why Kanye-era street style worked. Why A$AP Rocky makes winter fits look effortless. Layers tell a story. Also… they photograph well. Let’s not lie to ourselves.

Mixing knits and jackets doesn’t need to feel like a maths problem. Once you get the hang of it. Winter dressing is easy. Repeatable. (Something every guy would appreciate.) And kind of addictive. Westside’s knits and jackets for men are designed to layer together. So you can step out looking warm. Confident. And very much in your style era!

Shop men’s knits and jackets at Westside in-store or online. Because winter fits should hit harder than the cold.