The layered look: The principle quickly explained & the best basics

The famous layered look is not a novelty. Nature makes it and here, which is why the famous layer principle is also colloquially called Zwiebellook. Similar to the individual layers of a bulb, the many layers of clothing layered on top of each other also protect the body from cold and wind. Top athletes in particular, such as cyclists and marathon runners, who also do outdoor sports in winter, have been benefiting from this for decades. Why is the layered look worthwhile not only in sports, but also in everyday life? It’s simple: a heavy winter coat and a large knitted sweater may protect you from catching a cold outside, but if you head for the warm ambience of a nearby café after a short walk through the snowy city center, you’ll quickly get too warm inside. Thanks to the layered look, you can then take off one layer of clothing after the other and thus acclimatize your body more quickly.

The best clothes for layering: From summer dresses to denim jackets

You don’t need to buy new clothes for the fashionable twilight look. Everything you need is already in your closet. The beauty of the twilight look is that you can combine summer and winter clothes. Even the airiest silk pieces are perfect for this. For the lower layers of clothing, you can wear your favorite pieces from your summer wardrobe: Summer dresses, skirts, crop tops, as well as tights & leggings. On top, depending on your taste, sweaters, longsleeves or even denim jackets in countless variations can be put on. Also thin leather jackets in combination with knitwear are timeless and elegant.

Layering: The best tips & tricks for perfect styling

For many, the fashionable layered look is a big challenge. Which fabrics combine well? Is color blocking allowed? And does everything always have to be oversize? Don’t worry. We’ve put together the ultimate guide for you with the best tips and tricks.

Skillfully playing with different proportions & silhouettes

In addition to color, materials & Co. there is one thing to consider that many tend to forget: Volume and proportions. When playing with proportions, sure instinct is required. Mainly applies:

Always vary between XXL layers and figure-hugging garments.

If your complete look consists only of oversize pieces, you quickly look wider than you actually are. However, if you combine only tight garments, your proportions will quickly look shapeless and the individual pieces will stand out unsightly. The top layer of your onion look should always be wider than the garments underneath. If you don’t like an XXL coat or oversized jacket, you can quickly bring it back into shape with feminine accessories, like a wide waist belt, for a stunning 90-60-90 silhouette.

Combining innovative shapes and different lengths

The supreme discipline in the layered look: Stage the individual layers in such a way that they not only create a coherent image overall, but are also easily recognizable and coherent individually. For example, you can play with long-sleeved tops and short-sleeved vests, let long tunics peek out from under short quilted jackets or combine a warming turtleneck sweater under a dress.

Layer different materials and patterns: knitwear, leather & jeans

Provide for variety – what is quickly considered too much for colors, does not count for materials. Here you can mix and match according to your mood and needs. Style breaks are especially welcome in the layered look. Classic Zwiebellook combinations are leather leggings and cozy sweater or light silk blouse and coarse cardigan. Also XXL denim jacket on flowery summer dress I always suitable.

In addition to materials, patterns can also be easily mixed. Caution, however: Here, less is more!

Here again the most popular materials at a glance:

• Knitwear
• Wool
• Silk
• Leather
• Jeans
• Polyester

Proper Color Selection: From earthy colors to color blocking.

When it comes to the dark season, light tones, such as white, beige or light brown are especially popular. Shades of gray, black and blue are considered more elegant and sensual. Whether during the day in the somewhat cool office or in the evening with a mulled wine while walking through the city: gaudy tones as eye-catchers always go and set beautiful accents especially with outfits with muted colors. If you don’t own any gaudy accessories or clothes, don’t worry: the right make-up still counts as the most timeless accessory of every woman.

Layered look in practice: Influencers & celebrities show it off

Now you know in theory how layering works. How these tips and tricks now look in practice, you see here.

Onion look as a practical outfit for everyday life: Cleverly combined basics

Leggings instead of tights? Functional underwear under a sweater? Combining long-sleeved basics cleverly? The twilight look is not that difficult. Most of the time you already have the right clothes in your closet.

Layering tricks for curvy people: Curvy fall outfits

Multifaceted plus size fashion and body positivity also for the cold season: Here, the best styling tips for curvy people are combined with the fashion rules of the onion look. Everything you need to know about the right color and fabric combination and why denim and white cotton always go, you can find out here.

Celeb tips from Cathy Hummels: tips on silhouette, fabrics & co.

Cathy loves the onion look. Whether pants, skirt, jacket or vest – the mother and presenter prefers most earthy and muted colors and trendy accessories. Especially for the frostbite among us, she has plenty of tips and tricks here.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut: Prices, waiting lists, models & history

The Swiss luxury brand Patek Philippe, with its headquarters in Geneva, was founded in 1839 by the Polish nobleman Antoine Norbert de Patek. How was the luxury brand’s world-famous Calatrava model created? When the Aquanaut was launched in 1997, it caused a sensation. The watch was young, modern and surprising. Its case, a rounded octagon, was inspired by that of the Nautilus. It has a “tropical” strap, the bracelet is made of a new, very durable composite material. Even salt water and ultraviolet rays do not harm it.

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut is the second sports watch from the Geneva-based manufacturer Patek Phillipe. It has a water resistance of up to 12 bar and is characterized by a special attention to detail and excellent quality. The soft octagonal bezel creates a constantly changing light by alternating polished surfaces. The unique dial decoration takes up the smooth shape of the case and gives the Patek Philippe Aquanaut a dynamic appearance.

Waiting lists & Prices

The most expensive watch of the collection ”Aquanaut”, is the model 5062/450R, with a current sales value of 176.000 CHF. The cheapest watch in the collection is already available for about 18.000 Swiss Francs. Unfortunately it is very difficult to get hold of the model Aquanaut: Current waiting time is even up to five years. Used, however, the watch is offered by many retailers, including Chronext, Watchmaster or Farfetch.

Models, Trademarks & Materials

The trademark of the Aquanaut is the well-known Tropical bracelet, made of high-tech composite materials. It is not only comfortable to wear, but also durable, resistant to ultraviolet radiation, salt water, wind and rain. As a leisure watch this model is perfect! The Aquanaut is waterproof to a depth of 120 meters and becomes a universal watch that can also be worn while swimming. Aquanaut can also be worn with a stainless steel band like no. 5167 / 1A-001 instead of the composite material. We present you the four most popular models of the collection!

5167R – AQUANAUT for 34.500 CHF

The Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167R is known for its brown look and rose gold details.

• Watch: mechanical movement with automatic winding
• Caliber: 324 S C, date, center second
• Dial: Brown dial with embossed decoration, applied gold numerals with luminous coating
• Case: Rose gold, screw-in crown, sapphire crystal case back, water-resistant to 120 meters Case diameter (10-4 o’clock): 40.8 mm. Height: 8.1 mm
• Bracelet: Chocolate brown composite bracelet. Folding clasp
• Price: 34.500 CHF

5167/1A – AQUANAUT for 21.000 CHF

The Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5167/1A is characterized by its silver appearance and black dial.

• Watch: mechanical movement with automatic winding.
• Caliber: Caliber 324 S C, date, center second
• Dial: Black with embossed decoration
• Case: Stainless steel, screw-down crown, sapphire crystal case back, water resistant to 120 meters Case diameter (10-4 o’clock): 40.8 mm. Height: 8.1 mm
• Bracelet: Steel bracelet, Aquanaut folding clasp
• Price: 21.000 CHF

5168G – AQUANAUT for 37.000 CHF

The Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5168G is especially known for its khaki green look.

• Watch: mechanical movement with automatic winding
• Caliber: 324 S C. Date window, center second
• Dial: With embossed decoration, khaki green, applied gold numerals with luminous coating
• Case: White gold, screw-down crown, sapphire crystal case back, water-resistant to 120 meters, case diameter (10 – 4 o’clock): 42.2 mm. Height: 8.25 mm
• Bracelet: composite material, khaki green, Aquanaut folding clasp
• Price: 37.000 CHF

5062/450R – AQUANAUT for 176.000 CHF

The Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5062/450R is characterized by its luxurious look.

• Watch: mechanical movement with automatic winding, mechanical movement with automatic winding
• Caliber: 324
• Dial: dial with 160 diamonds (approx. 0.68 ct) (random setting) and 76 baguette diamonds (approx. 2.6 ct) (invisible setting), 12 baguette diamond indexes (approx. 0.53 ct), 18K gold dial
• Case: Rose gold, screw-down crown, sapphire crystal case back, water-resistant to 30 meters, case diameter (10 – 4 o’clock): 38.8 mm
• Bracelet: “Tropical” composite bracelet, mother-of-pearl beige, Aquanaut folding clasp with 10 baguette diamonds (approx. 0.34 ct)
• Gemstone setting: bezel and lugs with 48 baguette diamonds (approx. 3.68 ct), hands with 6 baguette diamonds (approx. 0.06 ct) and one diamond (approx. 0.01 ct), Aquanaut folding clasp with 10 baguette diamonds (approx. 0.34 ct)
• Price: 176.000 CHF

Patek Philippe Aquanaut: Review, reviews & experiences

In the following video you will find important information about the look, price and experience of the Aquanaut 5164A.

Unboxing & Review: Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167

One of the most popular models in the collection: The Aquanaut 5176! Watch this video to learn even more exciting details about the watch.

Gold still the most popular wedding ring material

The most popular wedding ring material is still gold. Due to its different alloys and mixtures with other metals, numerous brightness and color variations are created, so there are many possibilities for the design of the wedding ring. From the classic golden yellow hue to red gold and rose gold to green gold, white gold and grey gold, there are numerous variations.

However, the most durable and high-quality of the precious metals is platinum. It does not darken even after many years, does not tarnish and has no abrasion due to its hardness. Therefore, diamonds can also be enclosed very well in such wedding rings. Furthermore, platinum has the natural property that it has a white color, which is perceived by many as more elegant.

Another wedding ring material that has seen an increase in demand in recent years is palladium, which is one of the platinum metals. This is a good alternative to platinum, as it has a similar look due to its light grey colour, but is much cheaper and also lighter.

New trend: double layer wedding rings

A brand new trend is also to make rings from two superimposed layers, usually a mixture of silver and palladium. Thanks to the lower silver layer, this nestles comfortably against the skin and offers a high level of wearing comfort, while the upper part has been processed in a high-quality and stable manner and can hardly be distinguished visually from pure platinum.

The decision about which material the wedding rings should ultimately be made of should always be made by the couple together, as the wedding rings should still meet their fashion and emotional requirements even after many years.

Those looking for something special also have the option of designing their own wedding rings down to the last detail in online shops like www.christ.de. From the ring profile, width and height, alloys, surface and ring width to optional diamonds and the final engraving, you can determine all the details yourself.