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Best Maximalist Sweaters | Fall 2021 Trend

These 14 Maximalist Sweaters Are Total Badass Material — We're Ready to Rock Them!

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This fall, in addition to the elevated basics that have a permanent spot in your fall closet, I'm seeing a lot more playful versions out to bring a sense of joy to dressing up. Whether it's a bold checker-print sweater or an embellished cardigan with pastel-coloured flowers, these new iterations make me excited to brave the cold in style.

Maximalist sweaters are guaranteed to cheer you up while bringing personality to your seasonal rotation. These cosy pieces will not only keep the chills away, but they'll for sure attract tons of compliments however you style them. Shop on for our favourite finds.

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For a Standout Top: Mango Printed Knit Sweater

This Mango Printed Knit Sweater ($42, originally $60) is so pretty to look at, plus you'll have no problem styling it. Wear it with jeans, a slip skirt, or literally everything else.

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Mango Printed Knit Sweater
$42
from shop.mango.com
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For Preppy Vibes: H&M Short Cardigan

This H&M Short Cardigan ($18) will easily join your lineup of everyday pieces, it's so wearable and fun. Dial up the preppy vibes by pairing it with a tennis skirt and some Keds sneakers.

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H&M Short Cardigan
$18
from www2.hm.com
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Fun and Floral: Mango Flowers Knit Cardigan

This Mango Flowers Knit Cardigan ($56, originally $80) looks so charming and fun. If you're still iffy about adding colour to your daily rotation, it's a fun way to start.

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Mango Flowers Knit Cardigan
$56
from shop.mango.com
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For a Rockstar Look: H&M Crop Turtleneck Sweater

This H&M Crop Turtleneck Sweater ($80) will make you look and feel like an absolute rockstar. We love the shoulder cutout, cropped silhouette, and playful handwriting.

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H&M Crop Turtleneck Sweater
$80
from www2.hm.com
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Checkmate: Check Knitted Cardigan

This Check Knitted Cardigan ($80) will elevate anything you pair it with, but we especially love it paired with its matching Check Knitted Top ($40). Keep the look casual chic with some ripped jeans and sneakers, or dress it up with a slip skirt and some mules.

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Check Knitted Cardigan
$80
from shop.mango.com
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Check Knitted Top
$40
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For a Bright Pop: Free People Through The Motions Vest

The cool thing about this Free People Through The Motions Vest ($78) is that you can wear it in hundreds of ways, literally. Whether you style is as a standalone top or layer it over a long-sleeved shirt, you'll get lots of use out of it.

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Free People Through The Motions Vest
$78
from freepeople.com
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For a Visual Statement: House of Sunny Big Bloom Cardigan

This House of Sunny Big Bloom Cardigan ($154) will make a statement in the most playful way. The flower and mushroom motifs look hand drawn, and we're also sold on the painting-like look.

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House of Sunny Big Bloom Cardigan
$154
from lisasaysgah.com
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Artisanal and Fun: Free People Lola Top

This Free People Lola Top ($268) has a handmade look and feel, which totally caught my attention. The colour choices are also playful and visually stunning.

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Free People Lola Top
$268
from freepeople.com
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Crochet Action: Tach Clothing Ester Sweater

This Tach Clothing Ester Sweater ($306) taps into the embellished crochet trend, so it'll be sure to get you noticed. We love the flower insertions at the bottom and the colour-block print on the sleeves.

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Tach Clothing Ester Sweater
$306
from shopbop.com
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Lightweight and Playful: Lisa Says Gah Andretti Cardi

This Lisa Says Gah Andretti Cardi ($139) will make such a cheerful addition to your closet, you'll love wearing it on your best days. We love that the colour mix makes it still wearable.

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Lisa Says Gah Andretti Cardi
$139
from lisasaysgah.com
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Colourful and Festive: Stella Jean Sweater

This Stella Jean Sweater ($525) makes a colourful, splurge-worthy purchase you'll cherish among your favourite fall tops. From the silhouette to the print, it exudes easy elegance.

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Stella Jean Sweater
$525
from shopbop.com
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For a Playful Look: Stine Goya Harry Cardigan

This Stine Goya Harry Cardigan ($420) is a bold take on a fall staple, and we're so into it. If you're feeling brave, pair it with printed trousers for a loud statement.

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Stine Goya Harry Cardigan
$420
from lisasaysgah.com
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Cosy and Unexpected: Zip Knit Sweater

This Zip Knit Sweater ($80) is a colourful twist on a typical fall layer, and we love how comfortable it looks. From the stripes to the zip inserts, everything about it feels fresh and modern.

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Zip Knit Sweater
$80
from shop.mango.com
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For a Colourful Splash: Lisa Says Gah Lauda Cardi

This Lisa Says Gah Lauda Cardi ($149) will look great with a printed midi skirt (if you're feeling bold) or denim jeans to keep it the focus of the look. You'll have so much fun styling it.

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Lisa Says Gah Lauda Cardi
$149
from lisasaysgah.com
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