While fall brings so many delightful things (e.g.,knee-high boots,shearling accessories,and a bevy of otherfall trends), dealing with the temperature drop can be, well, dreadful. Whether you live in London, Los Angeles, or somewhere else, there comes a point in the year when only one wardrobe essential becomes a true must-have: cozy sweaters. After all, what other basic piece of clothing exemplifies the art of transitional dressing and makes the transfer from crisp fall breezes to frigid winter days bearable? Cozy sweaters are the unsung heroes of our wardrobes, which is why investing in them is a worthwhile endeavor. But you don’t have to splurge for this season’s most versatile staple. I’ve sifted throughNordstrom, Revolve,Shopbop, and other retailers to find the best cozy sweaters, all under $250. These 60 sweaters will not only save you some hard-earned coins, but they’ll also make you feel like you’re living inside a cup of hot chocolate (even if you’re out in the cold).
Cozy sweaters under $50:
H&M
V-Neck Sweater Vest
A sweater-vest is a must-have layering piece for any cozy fall wardrobe.
Uniqlo
Heattech Cotton Turtleneck
Anyone who lives on the East Coast knows that the key to surviving winter is investing in at least one Uniqlo Heattech sweater. It’s hands down the coziest thing you can wear that’s not a puffer coat.
Pacsun
LA Hearts V-Neck Fuzzy Floral Sweater
The flowers on this sweater are so frigging cute.
Nasty Gal
Super Oversized Roll Cuff Soft Knit Sweater
You’ll want to wear this to every family gathering.
H&M
Oversized Sweater
Checkmate.
Pretty Little Thing
Cream Cable Knit One Shoulder Balloon Sleeve Sweater
Who said sweaters couldn’t be a little sultry?
Wednesday's Girl
Roll Neck Sweater in Pastel Heart Knit
What’s not to love about this sweater?
Topshop
Rib Knit Turtleneck Sweater
Every wardrobe needs a reliable black turtleneck sweater.
Zara
Soft Knit Sweater
Now, this is the type of sweater I want to snuggle up in.
Simple Retro
Jasmine Cable Polo Brown Knit Sweater
Channel your inner Princess Diana with this preppy knitwear.
Who What Wear x Target
Turtleneck Pullover Sweater
Grandparents will be about this sweater.
Nasty Gal
Chunky Knit Wrap Front Sweater
This sweater looks softer than a baby kitten.
The Drop
Square-Neck Balloon-Sleeve Top
Amazon did not come to play with this classic balloon-sleeve sweater.
BP
Floral Pop Crewneck Sweater
Florals for winter? Nowthat’sgroundbreaking!
Zara
Striped Knit Sweater
Très chic.
Cozy sweaters under $150:
Who What Wear Collection
Janelle Button-Up Sweater
Best plans: this sweater, apple cider, and a good book.
Mango
Removable Babydoll Collar Sweater
Cozy cottagecore vibes are within reach thanks to Mango.
INC International Concepts
Cable Turtleneck Tunic Sweater
A chunky cable-knit sweater embellished with crystals? Here for it.
COS
Cropped Wool Jumper
IDK what makes this sweater the best. The cobalt-blue hue? The wool fabric? The price? It’s all perfection.
Project Naadam
Naadam V-Neck Cashmere Sweater
If you don’t own at least one cashmere sweater, then Naadam is a good place to start.
Astr the Label
Vivi Sweater
If you love the cutout trend that’s been dominating the runways, then you’ll want to get this sweater ASAP.
Sammy B
Ribbed Mock Neck Cotton Turtleneck
We love a good contrast sweater moment.
Sunday Best
Kitten V-Neck Sweater
Remember that fuzzy-sweater trend everyone loved in middle school? Revive it with this updated V-neck version.
Missguided
Chocolate Sailor Collar Sweater
This chocolate cable-knit pullover might be even better than a cup of hot cocoa.
Other Stories
Polo Knit Vest
NGL, the first time I spotted this bright-green sweater-vest, my jaw dropped.
DKNY
Cut Out Shoulder Sweater
Um, we need to talk about the buckle on this sweater.
Heartloom
Amaya Sweater in Tan
The ombré gradient made my heart skip a beat.
Sndys
Izzy Knit Top in Blush
Is it just me, or is this top begging to be worn by the fireplace?
Open Edit
Sparkle Cutout Sweater
I’m a sucker for a peekaboo cutout.
Lucy Paris
Jett Chain Trim Cutout Sweater
Cuff me to this cutout sweater ASAP.
Astr the Label
Ribbed Wrap Front Sweater
Forget a snuggle buddy; give us a wrap sweater.
Mango
Herringbone Knit Sweater
Wearing this will make you feel like you’re snuggled up like a burrito.
WAYF
Elandra Turtleneck
This sweater gives a whole new meaning to the phrase "that’s hot.”
H&M
Mohair-Blend Sweater
Mohair is a must for cozy-winter-sweater aficionados.
Eloquii
Ribbed Off the Shoulder Sweater
This isn't your typical off-the-shoulder sweater.
Banana Republic
Merino Cutout Sweater
Open-back sweater? Here for it.
Staud
Cargo Sweater
This two-tone Staud cardigan haunts my dreams.
Other Stories
Fuzzy Knit Jumper
Chilly mornings are about to have serious competition thanks to this gray mohair fuzzy jumper.
Ted Baker London
Helenh Sweetheart Neck Sweater
Sweetheart-neckline sweaters are here to stay, so invest in one you love.
Madewell
Harwood Cableknit Mockneck Cardigan Sweater
Meet your new favorite cable-knit cardigan.
Who What Wear Collection
Christine Sweater
Is it just us, or does this sweater make you want to go ice-skating?
LNA
Encounter Top in Black
This ribbed sweater is almost too hot to handle.
11 Honoré
Mila Mock Neck Merino Wool Blend Sweater
A clay-colored merino wool
blend sweater? Don’t mind if we do.
Guess
Eleonor Sweater Top
This classic black turtleneck is as timeless as it gets.
L'Academie
Maven Crop in Camel
Can’t wait for Miu Miu’s S/S 22 collection? This cute camel crop sweater will hold you over.
Roxy x Cynthia Rowley
Aprèski Layer Sweater
Now,thisis a statement sweater.
Everlane
The Belgian-Waffle Pocket Pullover in ReCashmere
Made from recycled cashmere, this waffle-knit is not only cozy but also great for the icy temps.
Who What Wear Collection
Coco Cropped Turtleneck
You don’t have to sacrifice style to stay warm. Case in point: this chicBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
Collection sweater.
Cozy sweaters under $250:
The Frankie Shop
Ribbed Wool Sweater
When in doubt, a classic wool sweater is always a good call.
Banana Republic
Oversized Half-Zip Sweater
This sweater had me at the contrasting caramel-hued collar.
NBD
Grace Sweater in Birch
It doesn’t get much better than a fuzzy knit cardigan with crystal buttons if you ask us.
Cult Gaia
Tahoe Teri Knit Top
Who says you can’t show a little skin and stay warm this winter? This Cult Gaia sweater has it covered.
Ganni
Checkerboard Knit Logo Vest
I am living for this Ganni vest.
Reformation
Nickie Boucle Sweater
This bouclé sweater is at the top of my wish list.
Rebecca Minkoff
Pixi Puff Sleeved Sweater
The puff sleeves and square neckline on this Rebecca Minkoff sweater are so chic.
Hansen + Gretel
Patty Top in Eggshell
Your going-out ensemble just got 100% fuzzier.
Rails
Reagan Pullover in Raisin
Real talk: The coziest sweater I own is from Rails.
Atoir
Perfect Game Knit
Call me impractical, but I love a pink-sweater moment.
Holiday the Label
Circle Check Black Knit Sweater
Okay, but this is the statement sweater I didn’t even know I needed in my life.
Apparis
Aria 3 Dandelion
A colorful cardigan duster is an instant wardrobe classic.
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing.