15. Distressed “Destroyed” Mesh Sweater
What This Idea Means
A Grunge-Boho staple—an oversized, slouchy sweater with intentionally dropped stitches, loose loops, and laddered mesh that feels lovingly aged.
How to Make It
- Pattern: Simple drop-shoulder construction worked with an oversized hook relative to the yarn weight.
- Technique: Intentionally drop loop stitches or skip chain spaces at irregular intervals down the front and sleeves to create “runs” and laddered holes.
- Edging: Leave cuffs and bottom hems raw or finished with unraveled fringe.
Tips & Variations
- Layer over brightly colored garments or dark corsets to showcase the distressed cutouts.
- Use a mohair-silk blend for a halo effect that looks soft yet worn.