The perfect antidote to those end of summer blues? A treat from one of the best knitwear brands. The joys of cable knit jumpers and chunky knit cardigans are enough to make anyone’s winter woes float away on a cosy cloud – so quit feeling sad about the sudden end of Aperol Spritz season and gear yourself up for sweater dresses, sweater vests and half-zip sweaters galore.
A quick scroll on the ‘gram will confirm that knitwear season is well and truly here. Oversized, borrowed-from-the-boys pullovers and cardigans styled over the shoulders of the best white t-shirts are being favoured amongst influencers, stylists and fashion editors.
And as for the runways? Textural knits like bouclé and burgundy tones are going to be everywhere according to Loewe and Duran Lantink. Consider us in agreement.
Model on the runway at Loewe RTW Fall 2024 as part of Paris Ready to Wear Fashion Week held at Esplanade Saint-Louis on March 1, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Giovanni Giannoni/WWD via Getty Images)WWD/Getty Images
PARIS, FRANCE – MARCH 03: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY – For Non-Editorial use please seek approval from Fashion House) A model walks the runway during the Duran Lantink Womenswear Fall/Winter 2024-2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on March 03, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Justin Shin/Getty Images)Justin Shin/Getty Images
GLAMOUR’s tips on finding the best knitwear
If you’re looking to make a bit more of an investment this year and want your knits to last for longer than a couple cold seasons, then fabrics such as mohair, cashmere, wool and alpaca are where to look. Look out for brands such as The White Company, who are certified by The Good Cashmere Standard®, and others who are transparent about their materials, and always read up on the composition of what you’re about to buy before hitting checkout. Read about how we test things here for more.
Below, the best knitwear brands to wrap yourself up in this winter.
We The Free In A Daze Pullover
As well as carrying tonnes of knitted styles from other brands, Free People has its own collection – and it’s pretty epic. Right now we’re crushing on the In A Daze pullover, which has a perfect love-worn look about it, and the Obi Bouclé long cardi which we can totally picture ourselves WFH in all winter. It’s basically an outdoor-appropriate dressing gown.
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Funnel Neck Jumper with Cashmere
Wool Rich Oversized Stripe Jumper
Far beyond a homeware brand, The White Company (or TWC, as we like to call it) has an exquisite line-up of knitwear and all of its cashmere styles come certified by The GCS – so you can rest assured that these designs come from a sustainable environment. Each piece is the perfect gift for her, but we won’t judge you if you decide to keep it for yourself instead.
Cosy and of the greatest quality, Sézane’s knitwear offering is made up of a handful of staple cuts – the Gaspard and Mia are two of our favourites – each in a plethora of colours to suit your mood. Expect pockets, collars, ruffles chunky buttons from this Paris-born label.
Falling under the H&M umbrella, & Other Stories – a Scandinavian brand that launched back in 2009 – is a treasure trove of knitwear of excellent quality. The store, best known for their minimalist silhouettes and wardrobe staples has seen huge success over the years with playful collaborations and Kate Middleton-approved denim. It’s true: she has been spotted wearing the Favourite Cut Jeans on more than one occasion. So it’s no surprise that their mock neck jumpers and wrap cardigans feature in the AW capsule wardrobes of many-a fashion editor.
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Pile Lined Fleece Oversized Cardigan
Knit Short Jacket (Stripe)
From the TikTok-adored bum bag to their iconic activewear Airism line, there’s no shortage of practical-yet-stylish staples on Uniqlo’s site. You can’t go wrong with their knitwear, which is pleasingly affordable and available in a plethora of autumn-appropriate hues. Find cashmere sweaters, extra-fine merino and lambswool crew necks on site.
Loose-Knit Wool-Mohair Jumper
There’s a chic selection of elevated knitwear staples on the Arket website which are aloft from H&M and & Other Stories’ offerings. Silhouettes are minimalistic, and fabrics are largely recycled, organic and crafted from a blend of recycled cashmere and RWS certified wool, giving a luxuriously soft feel against the skin. No itchy fabrics allowed! They’re great for layering, too.
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Chunky Pure Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper
Merino Wool Turtleneck Top
At the heart of COS is a dedication to timeless wardrobe staples that stand the test of time – and have little impact on the environment. And their knitwear collection is no different. Striking a happy balance of pared-back options for the minimalist and neon mohair knits for the lovers of colour, COS is our go-to for oversized chunky jumpers and roll necks, cashmere crew necks and hoodies, sweater vests and WFH-appropriate cardigans. Made from 86% sustainably-sourced materials to boot.
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The Felted Merino Half-Zip Sweater
The Classic Polo in Cashmere
Everlane’s admirable sustainability credentials have earned them top marks among influencers and fashion industry heads alike, and their knitwear is expectedly simple, ethical and timeless. Their ReCashmere line is the perfect example – high luxury but with a lower impact; consciously crafted by hand in a small Italian town outside of Florence.
Danish mega-brand GANNI – as founded by husband and wife duo Nicolaj and Ditte Reffstrup and run from their Copenhagen atelier – is best known for playful slogan tees, balloon sleeves, overstated denim silhouettes and fun collaborations with the likes of Levis. But their bright and vibrant knitwear collection – comprised of those influencer-adored intarsia sweater vests plus a multitude of leopard print – is a force to be reckoned with. Lovers of colour should make a beeline (not least because plenty of the cuts are crafted from the brand’s latest recycled wool blend).
River Brushed Cropped Jumper
Founded by Australian Mandy Watkins who set the business up after her first experience of a winter in the Northern Hemisphere, Hush’s knitwear is designed to adorn you in colour and print as you shelter from the not-soo-great British winter. Designed by women, for women, their colourful or animal print sweaters are fun and high-quality in equal parts.
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Autograph Merino Wool With Cashmere Cable Knit Jumper
Autograph Pure Cashmere Tipped Detail Knitted Vest
Hardly in need of an introduction, the backbone of the British high street stocks some surprisingly chic knitwear which will stand the test of time. Particularly from within the M&S Collection range. Their cable knit crew neck jumper is selling like hot cakes on site right now, thanks to their new supermodel face Sienna Miller, with its chunky pattern and spotless cream colour-way.
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Khaite Nora Cropped Cashmere-Blend Cardigan
Khaite Shrunken Jo Cashmere-Blend Polo Shirt
New York-based Khaite, founded back in 2016 by Catherine Holstein, allows you to nail capsule dressing with ease – and their striking silhouettes crafted from premium fabrics carry through to their knitwear collection. Besides that iconic Katie Holmes-loved Eda cashmere cup bra, their short-sleeve cashmere-blend cardigans and knitted mini dresses are firm GLAMOUR editor favourites.
Loewe Striped Mohair-Blend Sweater
Loewe Cropped Pom Pom-Embellished Brushed Knitted Sweater
Stocked at Net-A-Porter, luxury knitwear doesn’t get much better than Loewe’s. The brand, lead by Jonathan Anderson and established in Madrid in the late 19th century, is famed for high-quality leather goods (read: the iconic puzzle bag) – while their ready-to-wear sweaters are crafted from luxe blends of mohair, wool and cotton.
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Harris Sweater Cherry Camel Stripe
It’s time to become acquainted with Rails, whose knitwear offering should be not underestimated. Though select, you’ll find everything you need to build a timeless capsule wardrobe on site – from black jumpers and brown cardigans to playful printed sweaters and knitted V-neck rugby shirts.
Polo Flag Cotton Crewneck Jumper
Polo Bear Cotton Crewneck Jumper
Preppy, playful and colourful, Ralph Lauren’s knitwear features stripes, checkerboard prints and teddy bear embroidery galore. With ribbed trims and a cable-knit texture, their American flag cotton crewneck gets our vote this winter, the craftsmanship is second to none.
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Known for their trend-led silhouettes and playful attitude to classics, Baum und Pferdgarten’s knitwear offering is just as drool-worthy as the rest of their line-up. It was founded in Copenhagen in 1999 and is one of the leading Danish fashion houses, making it a favourite brand amongst everyone from Scandi crowds to ones in Italy.
Arañita Collared Cardigan Blue
La Granni is a London-based unisex alpaca knitwear brand, specialising in colour-centric pieces made from the finest Peruvian fibres. You’ll find beanies, scarves and handbags to match, too. We’re well and truly obsessed.
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