We currently live in a world of chunky sweaters, chunky lug soles, and chunky jewelry. The era of oversize clothing has transformed into the era of chunky clothing. While I've loved this trend for quite some time, as minimalism reclaims its place at the forefront of our industry, it's made me begin to step away from the "chunky" clothing items that everyone went wild for not so long ago. The first item on my chopping block is, truly, the chunky sweater.
Seriously, I'm over it. Instead, I've been opting for the minimalist J.Crew-style fitted cardigans that feel so elevated to me. This is a win for my wardrobe because of how much space chunky sweaters took up. Luckily for me, there will be no more of that. Below, find the 29 fitted sweaters I'd buy first.
This will be my first sweater purchase of the season.
I love the double-layer styling that we're seeing on the runways and the models right now.
I just convinced two of my friends to buy this cardigan.
Cable-knit perfection.
I'm obsessed with the neckline here.
Boatneck sweaters remind me of luxury immediately.
I'm obsessed with the idea of wearing this to a formal gathering.
It's never a bad idea to invest in a sweater set.
This colorway is perfect for fall.
So elegant.
Layering this with another sweater is the ultimate cozy move.
I can just tell that this one is soft.
I'm loading up on the classic sweater silhouettes right now.
I love the idea of styling this with white jeans.
Grab this for date night.
This is such a chic piece for the office.
A wrap sweater worth talking about.
You'll get a ton of compliments on this rich-looking sweater.
Absolute perfection.
I love the subtle crop happening here.
Pretty in pink.
The collar here is so good.
I'm obsessed with how alluring a high neckline can be.
The double-layer design is so editorial.
Name a better sweater for fall, I'll wait.
If you fancy a pop of color.
Why does this one have me already thinking about Thanksgiving weekend.
This comes in 15 other colors.
Living for the the green-and-blue colorway.
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This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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