I've always wholeheartedly believed that I'm a summer person through and through—at least until autumn, when I remember how much joy great knitwear and a new coat bring me. And while I'll always be a sucker for the sunshine, my head can't help but turn to all the cosy newness out there right now. It turns out I'm actually a bit of a knitwear person after all, a fact that has been cemented by the realisation that I currently own five monochrome striped knits in slightly different variations, which I wear on rotation and love. And although I have quite a few sweaters, as I've gotten older, I tend to choose quality over quantity to ensure my knitwear lasts.
This doesn't mean they have to be super expensive, though. In fact, some of the best knitwear I've spotted recently has come through from the likes of H&M, COS, M&S and Arket. All these high-street heroes know how to create classic, stylish knits that are destined to become wardrobe staples, so I always head there first. Designers aren't falling short of killer knits, though—far from it. Ganni, Totême, The Row and Khaite have proven this below.
No matter your budget, I've scoured some of my favourite brands to find you the 34 best jumpers to wear and love this season and beyond.
Shop the 34 Best Classic Jumpers for Autumn:
1. Jumpers Under £50
You'll wear this neutral knit on heavy rotation from here on out.
I believe no autumn wardrobe is complete without a mono-striped sweater.
Red looks so sophisticated in autumn/winter.
You can't go wrong with all black!
A cream knit is such a classic. Wear with a slip skirt, denim or leather.
Whatever colour you go for (there are six to choose from), the shape and fabrication of this knit will ensure it becomes a firm wardrobe hero.
Navy always looks expensive.
Another winning stripe style.
H&M is well known for it's great quality mohair-blend knits.
2. Jumpers Under £100
The relaxed fit of this style gives it such a cool-girl feel.
I love this burgundy shade for autumn/winter.
M&S is known for its premium cashmere edit.
How chic is this cross-front knit?
Cobalt looks effortless when paired with tan, grey and even pastel pink.
Cashmere for less than £100? Yes, please.
Wear with black, white, denim and more.
Such a lovely colour.
3. Jumpers Under £300
Just beautiful.
Bright red has never looked so beautiful.
Also available in black and grey,
I would add this over a slip skirt with glossy knee-high boots.
We all love COS' cashmere collection.
Navy Grey is one of my favourite small brands for gorgeous staples.
Grey, black and cream look so chic together.
4. Jumpers Over £300
The black version of Totême's cult knit gets my vote.
It's an investment, but The Row's sweater is worth it.
Imagine this as your Christmas-day look with tailored trousers and sparkly heels.
Perfect for those also invested in the brown colour trend this season.
I just love this grey-black colourway.
There are endless outfit opportunities with this cable knit jumper.
I can't wait to wear this investment knit with leggings and knee-high boots, over slip skirts with heels and with denim and trainers at the weekend.
There's nothing more classic than a cable knit.
Picture this with silky cream trousers and ballet flats.
