Two-Way Zip Cardigans Are the Fall Trend Making Every Outfit Instantly Stylish—Try Zara’s Chic Grey Style

Okay, so it's almost time for a wardrobe spring (read: fall) clean, where we replace our summer fits with seasonal staples, from cute knitwear to pleated mini skirts, jeans to jackets. Speaking of the latter, because the weather isn't too cold yet, now is the perfect time to accessorize our outfits with statement cardigans. You know, the kinds that are actually part of the fit, rather than practical pieces that keep us warm when we're out and about, only to whip them off when we get inside.And, unless you've been living under a fashion rock, you'll likely have noticed the two-way zip cardies doing the rounds on your FYP. But if for some reason you haven't clocked this cool design, we're talking about cardigans that have a traditional zip at the top, and then another one at the bottom, allowing for a gap at both ends. The idea is that they elevate the basic cardie feel in a chic way, creating a more intentional and fashion-forward look.ZaraWhile we've seen a couple of different versions cropping up, this design from Zara has really caught our attention. Complete with wide sleeves and a stylish, textured grey material, it also features a high neck, which allows for versatile zip styling.ZaraIn terms of how to style the cardigan, which comes in at $80 (while still looking more expensive than it actually is) with the rest of your outfit, try some low-rise regular jeans and a simple long-sleeve boatneck white T-shirt. As it's almost boot season, pair with your fave leather pointed-heeled pair, or go for a flat suede pair for a more casual feel. Of course, don't forget to add some sleek black sunnies, a slicked-back hairstyle and a chic baguette bag for the ultimate cool girl look.It's giving, "I just threw this on" in the most put-together way.Sophie Williams is a Freelance Journalist and Copywriter, covering everything from Fashion to Entertainment to music, Lifestyle and Features. She has interviewed a range of musical artists and authors including Alyssa Edwards, Courtney Barnett, Confidence Man, The Vaccines, Loyle Carner, Gabrielle, and John Niven, and has written for publications like Metro, Reader's Digest, ITV's Woo! and Vice’s NBGA. She is also working on a book for HarperCollins about Taylor Swift, due to be published in 2024.