Sunny Bloom Knit

There are jumpers, and then there’s this. It’s a mesh-knit situation that literally wears its smiley face on its sleeve (well, centre front, but you get what I mean). Think of it as your own walking nostalgia trip - flower power motif and all. The design is all about bright optimism - not that forced kind seen in work meeting “check-ins”. But the kind that emerges unexpectedly as you’re halfway through brunch, only to find out you’ve also solved world peace. Like magic.

Wide open mesh does more than give a glimpse of your swimsuit or that bralette you got on sale. It’s breathable and lightweight - perfect for Australian heat that keeps coming back with more “encore” acts than actual summer music festivals. The hood means bad hair days don’t stand a chance, but also there for style points, for when you’re actually feeling smug about your hair looking this good today.

It’s got long sleeves (so this is more trans-seasonal than regular knits) - with ribbed cuffs and hem to keep the look sharp (but not stiff). But here’s the part every practical person secretly cares about - it’s slightly stretchy, easy to layer over whatever goes under (read: literally anything), and yes - can be thrown in the wash without worry. It’s got a relaxed fit and lace up neckline for adjustability and extra drama.

The flower-motif woven into it feels cheeky in 2024. No wild parties where it can be ruined, no sand getting caught in the mesh because it’s soft enough to shake right off after a day at the beach, and nothing too serious.

It speaks to anyone who likes their knits playful, positive but still sleek enough to be taken seriously at brunch. Because you can’t go around with two faces - unless both are smiling.