5 Knitwear Trends to Master This Fall/Winter Season

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Let’s be honest. Historically, sweaters and cardigans have earned a reputation for being boring basics. But—with many things—the fashion world has a palpable tendency to breathe new life into what was once thought to be plain and mundane.

Designers like Loewe are leading the charge, stamping that iconic anagram logo on technicolor knits, while brands like Khaite are continuing to make us fall in love with oversized grandpa-inspired cardigans and cashmere undergarments too. And it’s not just the tops that are getting a knitted makeover. There are quite a few ribbed skirts to match those crewnecks and cardis.

Take a look at some of the brightest street style stars and you’ll see that their chic ensembles prove that knitwear needn’t be boring. We’ve gathered five of the best looks and knitwear trends to inspire your seasonal look, below.

Cream of the Crop

While tailored vests ruled the summer, this fall and winter’s hero is the knitted cropped vest. Play with retro prints like argyle and layer the funky knits with leather for an instant cool-girl effect.

Miu Miu cropped cashmere vest

Veronica Beard Pinkett cable-knit wool-blend vest

Rag & Bone Hollis Fair Isle wool vest

Rep Your Set

If you have a favorite brand, wear it loud and proud on your crewneck or cardigan this fall.

Loewe striped mohair knit logo sweater

Frame + Ritz Paris embroidered cashmere sweater

Prada cashmere and wool logo crewneck

Gucci GG reversible mohair-blend cardigan

Cardi Party

Don’t be afraid to go up a size the next time you buy a cardigan. It’s the easiest way to give the staple piece a modern update.

Missoni jacquard cardigan

Everlane The Felted Merino cardigan

&Daughter Shea merino wool and cashmere-blend cardigan

Ulla Johnson Agneta color-block mohair-blend cardigan

Perfect Match

For a failproof outfit ensure you buy the knit top and the matching skirt that comes with it.

By Malene Birger Hilme textured wool-blend sweater

By Malene Birger Hevina wool-blend maxi skirt

Anna Quan Grace textured button-front top

Anna Quan Sophie textured cotton midi skirt

The Reformation Fae regenerative wool sweater

The Reformation Fae regenerative wool skirt

Mango Perkins neck pucker sweater

Mango gathered knit skirt

Down Under

Don’t forget about your undergarments. Give them a cozy makeover with cashmere sets worn underneath or exposed. Your choice!

Eres Tendre ribbed wool and cashmere-blend bra

Eres Coeur ribbed wool and cashmere-blend briefs

Khaite Eda cashmere soft-cup bra

Alanui ribbed knit alpaca wool-blend bralette

Alanui Northern Skies ribbed knit shorts