Anna Nooshin, are you reading along?

You could be Anna Nooshin. No matter how attractive, sweet, smart, and successful you are, there’s always someone who has something to complain about. Too pale, too serious, too sultry, too... But we could laugh about Giel from StukTV. The poor guy could no longer handle the abundance of images of a scantily clad Anna and begged for a turtleneck. Well Giel, this one is for you. And for Anna of course, although you can stay in your bikini for the rest of the year as far as we’re concerned. Whatever makes you happy.

1. Older than 600 years

The first turtleneck was already spotted in the 15th century. It was mainly worn by workers and sailors.

2. Cool people and the turtleneck

The turtleneck was discovered in the twentieth century by intellectuals and artists. It was also a perfect garment for feminists because it was unisex.

3. Perfect uniform for people who cringe at ties and ‘formal wear’

If you’re not part of the jacket-and-tie club, then the turtleneck is what you need. It’s dressed up, but you remain approachable. Enter: Steve Jobs and his eternal turtleneck.

4. It makes you appear more trustworthy

People who wear a turtleneck seem to come across as 101% more trustworthy.

5. Famous turtleneck wearers

Ted Kennedy, Steve Jobs, our very own Maarten van Rossem, Greta Garbo, Audrey Hepburn, philosopher Michel Foucault, Vladimir Putin, Marcello Mastroianni, Yves Montand.

The turtleneck has transitioned from a garment for the working class to the upper class and is mainly worn by non-conformist creatives. Keeping that in mind, dear Anna, Giel has perfectly seen that this garment should become your new signature. Lil has already made a nice shopping list for you.