20 Stylish Cashmere Sweaters That Won't Pill

last updated 20 December 2019

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Sweater pilling is one of life's most pesky wardrobe nuisances. The situation occurs when groups of fibers on the surface of your knitwear get tangled together and form a tiny ball (or pill). It usually goes down in the areas where there's the most day-to-day friction, like your sleeves or the back where you put on and take off coats. It's annoying, and it's not cute. If you're currently suffering from pilling, then be sure to check out this video on how to de-pill your sweater in 30 seconds. However, if you want to avoid this situation altogether, then consider the following.

We already know that merino wool sweaters are the least likely to pill. That's because the fibers are stronger and thus more tightly woven together. Taking this bit of information and applying the logic, if you want a sweater that's not going to pill (or at the very least, pill at a much slower pace), then look for sweaters with sturdier fibers and run like the wind. Ahead, shop my picks for sweaters that I swear won't pill.

H&M Conscious

Rhinestone-Button Cardigan

The bedazzled buttons make this cardigan feel like a vintage find.

Mango

Chunky-Knit Sweater

Waffle knits are a fun pop of texture.

Bldwn

April Sweater

You probably don't own an orange sweater—let's change that.

Topshop

Knitted Textured Neppy Pointelle Sweater

Style this sweater with a pair of plaid slacks.

Tory Sport

Chunky Merino Cable Knit Sweater

Did someone say festive pop of color?

Velvet

Alexis Sweater

Your new work-to-weekend sweater has arrived.

Line & Dot

Stella Sweater

Style with your favorite blue jeans and python-print boots.

Reformation

Morgan Sweater

A cropped silhouette plays nicely with all of your closet layers.

Alex Mill

Oversized Sweater

Wear with a slip skirt for an effortless date-night look.

Ganni

Striped Fair Isle Sweater

So much cuteness happening in one small sweater.

Rolla's

Sailor Sweate

'Tis the season for jewel-toned knitwear.

Demylee

Daphne Sweater

A pale pink sweater is relevant year-round.

Halogen x Atlantic-Pacific

Blouson Sleeve Sweater

A bold sweater is always a smart idea.

Anine Bing

Sydney Funnel Neck Wool & Alpaca Blend Sweater

Just add a fireplace.

Cable Knit Sweater

The kind of knit you'll reach for every week.

Vince Camuto

Mock Neck Sweater

A minty shade of green feels festive and elegant.

Lou & Grey

Rosie Perfect Cardigan

For the minimalist.

Allsaints

Melody Stripe Sweater

This one's French girl approved.

Nanushka

Eria Sweater

The peal-bejeweled zipper makes this sweater thoroughly charming.

Forever 21

Ribbed Sweater

The kind of sweater that's great for layering but also on its own.

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Nicole Kliest is a freelance writer and editor based in New York City who focuses on fashion, travel, food, wine, and pretty much anything else that's amusing to write about. After graduating from Pepperdine University with a bachelor's in journalism and creative writing, she started her career back in 2010 as Who What Wear's photo editor and throughout the last decade has contributed to publications including Fashionista, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, The Zoe Report, PopSugar, Fodor's Travel, and several others. She also copywrites and has worked with clients such as Frame, Sea, 3x1, Intelligentsia, and others to develop brand voices through storytelling and creative marketing. She's very passionate about the ways we can improve our sustainability efforts in the fashion industry as well as cultivating content that's diverse and inclusive of all people. When she's not checking out the latest restaurant opening in her West Village neighborhood or riding her bicycle along the West Side Highway, she can be found scheming her next trip somewhere around the world. (Up next is Vienna.)