5 Sweaters You Need for Fall/Winter
When sweater weather hits, getting dressed should feel effortless. You want to feel cozy, pulled together, and just a little bit elevated. But with so many styles out there, it’s easy to end up with a drawer full of knits that don’t really go with anything.
So let’s simplify. These are the 5 sweaters that will easily update your fall and winter wardrobe. They’re timeless, flattering, and make outfit-building a breeze, whether you’re dressing for work, a casual weekend, or dinner out.
Scarf Sweater (Shop the look)
Brushed Cashmere Sweater (Shop the look)
1. The Scarf Sweater
We started seeing scarf sweaters and jackets last season and this year they’re still going strong. It’s a really easy way to create interest in an outfit, because it’s built in. Basically, there is a shawl or scarf that is part of the sweater, adding a hint of drama and sophistication.
This style can be easily dressed up with satin slacks or a leather skirt, or worn for GNO with jeans and booties.
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2. The Brushed Cashmere Sweater
A brushed cashmere sweater is the definition of understated luxury. It’s soft, slightly fuzzy, and adds an instant touch of sophistication. It’s like wrapping yourself in a cloud, but make it chic.
This style is ideal for layering under a blazer or wearing solo with jeans and loafers. It’s one of those fall wardrobe staples that looks expensive even when it’s not. Choose neutral shades like heather gray or oatmeal for maximum versatility. Or go tonal, think soft camel with cream trousers for a modern, monochromatic look.
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Solid Cashmere Sweater (Shop the look)
Fair Isle Sweater (Shop the look)
Sweater Set (Shop the look)
3. The Solid Cashmere Sweater (In a Non-Boring Color)
We love a good neutral, but hear me out… color can be your secret style weapon in winter. A solid cashmere sweater in a non-boring color (think deep plum, sage green, or powder blue) adds life to your cold-weather wardrobe without going over the top!
It’s the easiest way to add interest to your basics and it plays beautifully with denim, black pants, or even winter white.
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4. The Fair Isle Sweater
Fair isle is officially having a moment (again). It’s preppy in the best possible way: timeless but fun.
Try styling it in a modern way:
Pair it with leather pants or denim for contrast.
Layer it over a button-down for that polished, effortless look.
Or wear it oversized with a midi skirt and boots for a little “cool-girl academic” energy.
It’s one of those prints that never really goes out of style, just rotates back to “chic” every few years. And right now, it’s back.
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5. The Sweater Set
The sweater set is the ultimate throw-on-and-go outfit formula. A coordinating top and cardigan combo looks intentional, not lazy. You can wear them together for a polished twinset moment or separately for versatility.
Try pairing the tank with high-waisted trousers and the cardigan over your shoulders to give a very “I just got back from Paris” energy. If you haven’t worn one since the early 2000s, it’s time to revisit. This version is sleeker, softer, and infinitely more stylish.
This is one of my personal fall wardrobe essentials because it takes zero effort and always looks intentional!
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These five sweaters are your building blocks for fall and winter, pieces that mix, match, and layer with everything you already own. Whether you lean classic, modern, or somewhere in between, having the right mix of texture, shape, and color makes getting dressed on chilly mornings so much easier.