Plagued with a boring and unsexy image, turtlenecks have never been at the forefront of fashion. But this season, we have seen a new wave of turtleneck obsession both on and off the runway. Thanks to designers like Poebe Philo, Raf Simmons and Altuzarra, the once-dorky staple is making a very stylish comeback. A cool mix of mod and preppy, we are personally pretty ecstatic about the reinvention of the t-neck.

Whether you pick a chunky knit or a slim fitted version, there are multiple ways to wear the turtleneck. Layer them over a blouse, under a jacket or a dress or wear simply on its own with your favorite denims. With the mercury dipping below freezing in some parts of the world, it might be your best bet to stay warm and chic. This week we look up to some of the fashion's elite on their new spin of this winter staple:

1. The best part about turtlenecks is that you can use this high collared piece to play around with your your warm weather clothes. Layer it under a summery top or under a short floral dress. Take your cue from the always stylish Hanneli and team a thin turtleneck with a structured top and a pair of slim pants for look that's sleek and sophisticated.



2. Slip a cozy turtle (Zara Rs. 1750) neck under a coat for a relaxed yet polished vibe. Its the perfect way to add extra warmth without compromising on style. Works great for a casual date or a weekend brunch with friends.



3. We love this for a casual daytime look. An all black palette (Mango Rs. 990) keeps things simple and classic and the fur vests adds a touch of whimsy to the whole ensemble. You can swap your skinny denims with wide leg ones for a 70's hippie vibe.



4. Put your sweater (Mango Rs. 1750) in the spotlight by teaming it with a long flowy maxi skirt á la Margherita Missoni. Accessorizing with a statement necklace not only adds visual interest but will also draw more attention to the chic neckline.



5. For a smart layered look that's easy to pull off, mix your chunky t-neck(Zara Rs. 1690) with a candy colored mini skirt. Top if off with a black coat and some cool boots.



6. Shake up things a bit with a bold pop of color. Try a contrasting t-neck (Zara Rs. 990) with a pair of bright wide leg pants. Add some high heeled loafers for a fabulously chic look. To make the look work appropriate, keep the pieces in the same color family and you will instantly be ready to beat the monday blues.

Source: Elle; Style Scrapbook; ;Bitter Sweet Colors; Hanneli