A good capsule wardrobe couldn’t really call itself such without a handful of comfortable staples that you reach for year after year, and a key piece that has undisputed status in this category is the knitted dress. With colder days and weekends spent bundled up indoors, the cosy style is undoubtedly one of the most versatile and effortlessly chic styles to have in your winter arsenal. Thankfully, both the high street and top designers tend to release classic and contemporary styles steadily throughout the colder months, meaning that whatever your aesthetic, you're sure to find a dress that suits.
One of the reasons knitted dresses are so popular is the fact that they can be styled in so many different ways. Mini or midi versions can look polished with help from this season's trending knee-high boot, while other popular shoe styles, like the ballet flat worn with socks, gives a little Parisian flare to a slouchy, oversized silhouette. This season, you'll also see plenty of maxi versions, which pair equally well with a sharp blazer and with a long tailored coat.
The versatility of the knitted dress also makes it a great option for day-to-night wear. Swap sneakers for strappy heels, add a chunky necklace or hoops and you've got an easy yet striking evening look that will hold up against the winter chill.
Interested in adding a knitted dress to your wardrobe? Keep scrolling to shop my edit of some of the best knitted dresses available now, for all budgets. Plus, see how some of my favourite influencers wear the trend.
See How to Style a Knitted Dress:
Abisola demonstrates the expert way to wear this season's trending maxi dress silhouette.
Anna looking incredibly comfy in her knit dress.
Aïda makes a case for cosiness with her slouchy off-shoulder iteration.
The perfect example of how to dress up a simple knit with statement boots.
Anouk's loose cable-knit dress is given a refined touch thanks to the ballet pumps.
Lois shows how a scarf can add just the right amount of elevation.
The Best Knitted Dresses for Winter 2025:
Shop Knitted Dresses Under £50:
This dress could easily go from day to night.
By now you've probably realised just how much we love H&M's knitted dresses.
The long sleeves, fine knit and ribbed texture give this a really elevated feel.
Light beige dresses will continue to dominate colour trends in 2025.
Such a classic piece.
The of the shoulder necklace is my favourite.
Shop Knitted Dresses Under £150:
Contrast the cosiness of the brown knit with croc-effect knee-high boots.
H&M's Premium Selection always delivers exceptional options.
I'm sold.
So chic.
This kind of easy dress you'll always be happy to have on hand.
This thinner knit style is perfect with tights and boots but also ballet flats as we head close to spring.
Shop Knitted Dresses Over £150:
If you're going to invest in a classic knit dress, you can't go wrong with this Gabriela Hearst style.
The buttons add such an elevated touch.
You'll reach for this time and time again.
Such a gorgeous colour.
Toteme can do no wrong in my eyes.
Another classic by Gabriella Hearst that will never date.
This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
-
We're Fashion Editors—Everything We Saw, Wore, Did, and Ate During NYFWLet's dive in.
-
This Sweater Will Never Go Out of Style—Here's How French Women Are Wearing It NowEffortless and chic? Oui!
-
I Know You're Stylish If You Tuck Your Jeans Into Boots Like These 5 Chic WomenDon't be scared.
-
New Yorkers Will Wear This Celeb-Concocted Ankle-Boot Outfit for the Next 3 MonthsSydney Sweeney just modeled it for us.
-
Jenna Lyons's World: Her Go-To Red Lipstick, Her Latest Eyewear Collab, and the J.Crew Pieces She Still Wears TodayA true fashion icon.
-
If You're Anti–Skinny Pants, This Is the Outfit That'll Make Baggy Trousers Look Current in 2025Hailey Bieber knows the way.
-
The Elegant Outfit Hailey and Zoë Pack for Every Destination, From London to NYCNo matter what.
-
Not Into Trends? Renée Zellweger's Winter Outfit Combo Is 100% ClassicJust as you are.
