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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 for sweater dresses, sweater vests and half-zip sweaters galore.

Of course, you probably already have a minor knitwear addiction. Hence why you've ended up here. It's lucky, then, that there's a sartorial smorgasbord of epic new season styles from our favourite online clothing brands to shop right now – from classic turtlenecks/rollnecks to pullovers adorned in punchy prints.

A quick scroll on the 'gram lately will confirm that knitwear season is well and truly en route, too, with mohair and wool get-ups being sported by influencers, stylists and fashion editors in the know. That said – thanks to the changeability of the UK's climate – knitwear is actually a year-round staple, and therefore a sustainable/slow fashion one. Think: pastel cardigans slung over your cottagecore dress in April; bare legs and a denim dress atop a polo neck jumper come May; and layered under the best winter coats for women in December.

The main takeaways for autumn/winter 2023, though? Oversized knitwear continues to reign supreme this year, while Instagram's obsession with the humble striped jumpers – inspired by Celine and TOTÊME's sell-out iterations – is going seriously strong. Elsewhere, eight-year-old-you at her Saturday ballet class has become something of a style icon, with fine knits in pastel shades proving to be a hugely popular (and très Parisian) style. The White Company is our go-to for all things certified by The Good Cashmere Standard, while high-street brands such as Arket and COS have us covered when it comes to responsibly sourced or recycled materials. Spoilt. For. Choice.

From sustainable brands to luxury labels, these are the best knitwear brands to wrap yourself up in this winter.

Brushed Cashmere Collared Cardigan

Colourblock Cashmere Hoodie

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.

Gaspard Cardigan

Mia Cardigan

Cosy and of the greatest quality, Sezane'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.

Knitted Cardigan

Mock Neck Knit Jumper

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.

Soufflé Yarn High Neck Jumper

100% Extra Fine Merino Ribbed Turtleneck Jumper

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, extra-fine merino and lambswool crew necks on site.

Loose-Knit Wool-Mohair Jumper

Alpaca Blend 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!

Mohair Crew-Neck Jumper

Open-Knit Wool Jumper

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, cashmere crew necks, sweater vests and WFH-appropriate cardigans. Made from 86% sustainably-sourced materials to boot.

The Felted Merino Half-Zip Sweater

The Ultrafine Merino Ribbed Cardigan

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 town outside of Florence.

Graphic V-Neck Vest

Egret White Chunky Wool Cropped O-Neck Sweater

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).

Mischa Textured Cardigan

Saphira Cashmere 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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Cable Knit Crew Neck Jumper

Merino Wool Rich Funnel Neck Jumper

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 colourway.

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Khaite Shrunken Jo Cashmere-Blend Sweater

Khaite Tabi Oversized Fair Isle Cashmere Sweater

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.

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Loewe Embroidered Striped Mohair-Blend Sweater

Loewe Wool-Jacquard 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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Libby Sweater Vest

Gisella Sweater

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.

Crissa Sweater

Camryn Sweater

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.

Polo Flag Cotton Crewneck Jumper

Cable Wool-Cashmere Short-Sleeve 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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Tularosa Nalla Cardigan

ASTR The Label Colette Sweater

With a whole host of brands and labels under its URL, from Italian ateliers to New York-based names, Revolve has all the knitwear you could ever need. Think: tight-knit French yarns, cut-out throw-overs for British-style layering, and minimalist luxury knitwear you'd see on the likes of Gigi Hadid.

La Granni Knitted Cream Cardigan

Suri Cardigan

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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