Snuggle up with on-trend knits for warmth and style throughout the season
By Haley Rae Shoning
Temperatures are dropping, aspens are glowing golden yellow, and pumpkin spice has returned to your favorite coffee shop. Autumn is on full display in Colorado.
Whether you’re mourning the end of summer or welcoming the colorful shift, now is the perfect time to wrap yourself in a sweater and soak in the nostalgia and promise of fall. If your wardrobe is ready for a cold-weather update, this year’s trending knitwear will have you excited for the season ahead.
Though the classic chunky turtleneck will never go out of style, the fashion crowd is stepping out in a fresh new silhouette. From buttery-soft knit tees and polos to capped-sleeve cardigans, the short-sleeve sweater is quickly becoming the star of autumn style.
Ideal for those in-between days, these chic pieces transition seamlessly from lingering warmth to crisp autumn air, and they’re oh-so versatile—wear them with your most lived-in denim or a pair of stylish satin trousers for a more upscale look.
Shop for: Easy Sweater Tee, $79.50, Ann Taylor at Park Meadows or anntaylor.com
Call your quirky grandparents—you’re going to want to raid their closet. This season, designers are embracing playful patterns that feel delightfully offbeat. Think embroidered farm animals, rustic scenes, and kitschy motifs.
If embroidered horses or fishing scenes feel a little too bold, try a classic Fair Isle or argyle instead. It still carries that “grandpa’s closet” charm, but in a more refined way. Choose a cardigan in rich autumn shades or a polo sweater for a timeless preppy look.
Shop for: Women’s Signature Original Cotton Sweater Rollneck Novelty, $130, L.L. Bean at Park Meadows or llbean.com
When it comes to knitwear, quality is everything. There are plenty of reasons that high-quality cashmere basics are trending this fall: they’re chic, they go with everything, and they last forever.
A crewneck cardigan is a polished and versatile layering piece that pairs perfectly with jeans and boots or keeps your favorite skirt in rotation a little bit longer. Or opt for an oversized pullover for a cozy, effortless look you’ll reach for all season long.
Shop for: Vince Weekend V-Neck Cashmere Sweater, $325, Nordstrom at Park Meadows or nordstrom.com
This year, designers and trendsetters alike are moving away from fall’s typical neutrals and showing off bold pops of color. Vibrant jewel tones like burgundy, chartreuse, purple, and bright red are all the rage.
For those who enjoy a more muted wardrobe, consider trading your all-black basics for shades of grey. A charcoal cardigan or a cable-knit pullover offers an on-trend alternative that is effortless to style, yet still looks polished and sophisticated.
Shop for: The Alani Cashmere Mock-Neck Sweater by Pilcro in True Red, $148, Anthropologie at Park Meadows or anthropologie.com
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, there’s no better time to embrace the textures, colors, and timeless charm of knitwear. Sweater weather has officially arrived, so make it your most stylish one yet.
