The waffle knit top is one of those textural pieces that does quiet but effective work in a casual wardrobe. The grid texture of the weave adds visual interest to what is essentially a simple long sleeve top and that interest comes without any of the commitment that a printed or boldly coloured piece requires. It layers well because the texture adds dimension without bulk. Under an open overshirt or denim jacket it creates a casual layered look with more going on than a plain tee would provide. On its own with straight jeans and clean trainers it works as a simple but considered casual option. We prefer a slightly relaxed fit rather than a slim one because the waffle texture works better with a bit of ease and because the relaxed fit is more comfortable to wear as an actual base layer. Neutral colours are the starting point but a deeper earthy tone like rust or forest adds something more interesting without requiring much more thought.