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
H&M
Turtleneck Jumper
You'll wear this neutral knit on heavy rotation from here on out.
MANGO
100% Wool Sweater
I believe no autumn wardrobe is complete without a mono-striped sweater.
Weekday
Relaxed Knitted Sweater
Red looks so sophisticated in autumn/winter.
ZARA
Extra Soft 100% Wool Sweater
You can't go wrong with all black!
Other Stories
Relaxed Knit Jumper
A cream knit is such a classic. Wear with a slip skirt, denim or leather.
Uniqlo
Lambswool Turtleneck Jumper
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.
Other Stories
Mock-Neck Sweater
Navy always looks expensive.
New Look
Burgundy Wide Stripe Crew Neck Jumper
Another winning stripe style.
H&M
Mohair-Blend Jumper
H&M is well known for it's great quality mohair-blend knits.
2. Jumpers Under £100
Arket
Alpaca-Wool Blend Jumper
The relaxed fit of this style gives it such a cool-girl feel.
COS
Merino Wool Turtleneck Jumper
I love this burgundy shade for autumn/winter.
Autograph
Pure Cashmere V-Neck Jumper
M&S is known for its premium cashmere edit.
hush
Bronte Cross Front Knit Jumper
How chic is this cross-front knit?
Nobodys Child
Knitted Roll Neck Jumper
Cobalt looks effortless when paired with tan, grey and even pastel pink.
H&M
Fine-Knit Cashmere Jumper
Cashmere for less than £100? Yes, please.
Mint Velvet
Navy Cotton Blend V-Neck Jumper
Wear with black, white, denim and more.
Autograph
Pure Cashmere Textured Crew Neck Jumper
Such a lovely colour.
3. Jumpers Under £300
COS
Chunky Pure Cashmere Crew-Neck Jumper
Just beautiful.
EILEEN FISHER
Knitted Cotton Jumper
Bright red has never looked so beautiful.
ALIGNE
Katie Cashmere Roll Neck
Also available in black and grey,
Gerard Darel
Jeannic Wool Cashmere Jumper
I would add this over a slip skirt with glossy knee-high boots.
Harriet Davey is a freelance fashion editor who has been part ofBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
's extended team since 2017. She previously worked in print at Look magazine and has since worked across print, digital and social for many other titles, including British Vogue, Stylist, Grazia, Refinery29 and Marie Claire. Also a stylist, Harriet has had the pleasure of producing cover shoots and editorials along with commercial shoots for brands including Boux Avenue, Watches of Switzerland, Benefit Cosmetics and Revolution. To add to this, Harriet also works in live TV styling for ITV’s This Morning.