When It Comes to Chic Jumpers, This Anti-Trend Style Is the Main Player

Basics, staples, classics—whatever you call them, no great wardrobe exists without them. Where once the most outlandish styles were the ones that turned heads, the past few seasons have experienced a long-awaited appreciation of the simple things: think classic white button-downs, brilliant tailored trousers and forever black boots to name a few. Finally, these hard-working and reliable pieces are getting their time in the spotlight. And one other such item that's deserving of some recognition is the humble crew-neck jumper.

Soft, cosy and endlessly comfortable, the crew-neck jumper has long been considered an off-duty piece relegated to nipping to the shops or lounging around the house. But the anti-trend movement held strong this year and will continue through to 2026 as we look to these trusty styles that make up the pared-back, effortlessly chic looks we always admire. What's more, the crew neck is one of the most versatile jumper styles around.

Francesca Saffari wears Arket's Alpaca Blend Jumper (£87).

Wear it now, in the dead of winter, layered over a top and bundled under a coat, and come spring you can just throw it on with your favourite jeans. When summer arrives the crew neck is ideal to drape over your shoulders in the evening or to simply add a pop of colour to a look. There's no doubting the reliability of this humble piece, and with the appreciation for simplicity in fashion charging on, brands from high street to high-end have all turned their attention to creating the very best versions.

Now is the time to embrace the cosy comfort and chic stylings of the crew-neck jumper, and I've tracked down the very best around. Scroll on to explore.

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