Sweaters to Wear Over Dress Shirts

last updated 13 August 2019

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Falling into yet another mundane go-to work outfit routine is a habit you must break as we begin 2018. Even if you love your job, the repetitiveness of waking up and figuring out what to wear to the office can be tiresome, which is why we are here to remind you of a quick and easy style trick that will transform an ordinary office ensemble into something street style–ready—layering sweaters over dress shirts.

This layering technique is nothing new, but it's one we so easily forget about. As temperatures drop to an extreme low this winter, layering sweaters over more tailored items like said dress shirts will give you the warmth you need without having to sacrifice your presentability at the office. Ahead, we've rounded up the best sweaters to wear over your dress shirts and more this season so that the next time you feel stumped by your own wardrobe, you'll remember a cute winter work outfit is only a layered sweater away.

Go on to shop the best sweaters to wear over your dress shirts.

Zara

Diagonal Knit Sweater

Kind of into this color combination. Available in sizes S to XL.

Who What Wear

Plus Size Long Sleeve Cut Out Shoulder Sweater

Just wait until you see the other color this comes in.Available in sizes XS to 4X.

Ganni

Julliard Mohair And Wool-Blend Sweater

The bright sweater you'll want to live in all season. Available in sizes XS to XL.

Esprit by Opening Ceremony

Logo Eyelash Sweater

Because this brand is making a major comeback. Available in sizes 0/XS to 4/XL.

Chinti and Parker

Striped Cashmere Sweater

Liven up your winter with a rainbow-stripe sweater. Available in sizes XS to L.

Clavin Klein 205W39NYC

Cold-Shoulder Cropped Cable-Knit Wool-Blend Sweater

The ultimate work layering piece. Available in sizes XS to XL.

H&M

Knit Sweater

This sweater is convincing us to try head-to-toe pink. Available in sizes XS to XL.

Topshop

Curved Hem Cropped Sweater

Green sweaters will make any pair of trousers look cool.Available in sizes XS to L.

Line

Elliott Heirloom Sweater

Simplicity worth investing in.Available in sizes S and L.

Uniqlo

Women's Cashmere Crew Neck Sweater

Treat this color as a neutral and prepare to see your wardrobe in a whole new light. Available in sizes XXS to XXL.

Violeta

Constrating V-Neck Sweater

This play on prints is quickly winning our approval. Available in sizes XS to XL.

Stelen

Elsa Sweatshirt

A white button-down's best friend. Available in sizes S to L.

Lingua Franca

Till The Break Of Dawn Embroidered Cashmere Sweater

Romanticize your office wardrobe. Available in sizes XS to L.

Tory Sport

Performance Merino Fair Isle Sweater

Après-ski has a place at the office too.Available in sizes S to XL.

Tibi

Cashmere Pleated Sleeve Cropped Pullover

Sleeves like these will be a conversation starter for sure.Available in sizes XXS to L.

Eloquii

Bell Sleeve Sweater with Trim

The sporty stripes add just the right amount of edge. Available in sizes 14/16 to 22/24.

Vince

Cashmere Sweater

If you haven't experienced the heaven that is a Vince cashmere sweater, you haven't really lived.Available in sizes XS to L.

Toga Archives

Plaid Knit Pullover

For those days when you're feeling bold.Available in sizes 36 and 38.

Old Navy

Classic Semi-Fitted Crew-Neck Sweater

At this price, what's not to love?Available in sizes 1X to 4X.

Pixie Market

Mika Yellow Scalloped Yellow Crop Sweater

Layer this over a long shirt for some festive proportion play.Available in sizes S and M.Next up, check out 17 work outfits that totally work in the winter.

Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Wear and has worked at the company for over eight years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Kaia Gerber, Normani, and Kristen Stewart.

She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, Milan, and Paris, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, and Elle. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.