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40 of David's "Schitt's Creek" Designer Sweaters That Will Always Be Timeless

06/01/2023 - 09:59 PM

There are many reasons to fall head-over-heels in love with David Rose on "Schitt's Creek" [1]: his sarcastic one-liners, his hysterical facial expressions, his penchant for melodrama [2], his immense character development, and, of course, his one-of-a-kind style. David (portrayed by Dan Levy [3]) has undoubtedly earned the unofficial title as reigning king of cosy yet chic sweaters, sporting a dizzying array of them throughout all six seasons of "Schitt's Creek," and providing us with endless outfit inspiration along the way.

Following in his mother Moira's fashionable footsteps [4], David typically sticks to a fairly muted colour palate, opting for lots of black, white, and grey, though he occasionally infuses pops of colour into his outfits. He's not afraid to be bold — as evidenced by his various graphic sweatshirts featuring phrases like "Love Me Tender" and "Wild Aloof Rebel" — and he's a big fan of drop-crotch pants and layered metallic rings. Simply put, David Rose is a style icon — some may even say his fashion choices are "simply the best . . . better than all the rest."

Considering the Rose family's wealthy upbringing, many of David's sweaters are actually real designer pieces, which Levy said was vital for adequately portraying their riches-to-rags story. "They allow us to continually remind the audience that these people came from extreme wealth . . . that these people do not fit in," he said of the Roses' fancy outfits in a 2018 interview with Build Series [5].

"I knew if we were going to base this in reality, the clothes needed to be real designer clothes."

In an interview shared on the show's official YouTube page [6], Levy further explained that he worked with costume designer Debra Hanson to hand-pick many of the outfits himself, including David's slew of sweaters designed by the likes of Rick Owens, Alexander McQueen, and Givenchy. Due to the show's tight budget, he resorted to mining eBay and consignment stores to score the pieces secondhand, often bartering down prices to be more affordable. "I knew if we were going to base this in reality, the clothes needed to be real designer clothes, they had to be expensive, and they had to look like a million dollars because that's all the family has when they move to this town is their clothes," Dan said.

After the wrap of "Schitt's Creek"'s final season, we can't help but feel just a little bit Alexis nostalgic, so we're taking a comprehensive look back at David's sweater collection from season one through six. We're still unsure where he managed to store all of these in the tiny Rosebud Motel room, but hopefully you have the space to add one or two to your own wardrobe.

Additional reporting by Sarah Wasilak

David Rose's Mohawk Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Who could possibly forget this iconic season two style moment? When Alexis, Moira, and Johnny finally find David, he's on an Amish farm wearing an over-the-top mohawked hoodie by Helmut Lang and shiny Balenciaga glasses. Fun fact: Dan purchased the designer sweater on eBay after scouring the site for a month and a half looking for it.

Shop Original: Helmut Lang Archived Mohawk Hoodie

Helmut Lang Archived Mohawk Hoodie [8] (inquire)

David Rose's Black and White Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

In the fourth episode of season two, David visits the not-so-chic Blouse Barn with Roland Schitt wearing a white sweater with a curved black graphic up top. It definitely made him stand out among the cluttered racks of tacky patterned clothes.

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Neil Barrett Contrasting-Panel Wool Jumper [9] ($439, originally $726)

David Rose's Black and White Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Also in the fourth episode of season two, Alexis receives that pink bike from Mutt, and David learns to ride it while wearing another black and white sweater from his extensive collection — this one striped and from Zara. He teamed it with wacky patterned shorts and high-top sneakers.

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Club Monaco Black Slim-Fit Striped Wool Sweater [10] ($100)

David Rose's Black Zippered Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While enjoying (see: most definitely not enjoying) dinner at the Schitt household with his parents, David sports this fitted black sweater with zippered detailing, layering it over a white button-down. It's the piece he sports while uttering his highly quotable "I'm trying very hard not to connect with people right now" line, so you could say it's pretty unforgettable.

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Rick Owens Bauhaus Jogger Sweater [11] ($1,140)

David Rose's Patterned Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Remember when David had that brief fling with Jake (who was also simultaneously having a fling with Stevie Budd)? When David's family barges into his motel room to meet a shirtless [12] Jake, David is sporting this cosy black, grey, and white patterned sweater by Neil Barrett.

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Express Fair Isle Wool Blend Crew Neck Sweater [13] ($90, originally $118)

David Rose's Geometric Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Another season three gem, this white sweater features a giant geometric design in the middle, and David wore it with black skinny jeans and high-top sneakers.

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OAMC Geometric Pattern Crewneck Sweater [14] ($449, originally $1,038)

David Rose's KTX Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While unintentionally having a triple date with Jake and Stevie, David dresses to impress in a mesmerisingly detailed KTX sweater. He was definitely the best-dressed person at Cafe Tropical that day.

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RVCA Curren Checks Crewneck Sweater [15] ($64, originally $85)

David Rose's Christopher Kane Face Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While scoping out Johnny's new whip in season three, David sports a graphic sweater with a linear face-printed pattern on it. The psychedelic piece is a Christopher Kane design that he styles with ripped black jeans.

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Aelfric Eden Skeleton Portrait Sweater [16] ($60, originally $70)

David Rose's Gray and Black Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Sticking to his usual subdued colour scheme, David wears this black and grey sweater in season three while hanging at the motel with Alexis.

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SUN 68 Gray Sweater [17] ($104, originally $186))

David Rose's "Nonchalance" No21 Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

There's pretty much nothing nonchalant about this in-your-face sweater by Nº21, which is precisely why we love it so much. Leave it to David Rose to perfect the art of oxymoronic clothing choices.

Shop Re-Creation: The Brattz Shop Nonchalance Sweater

The Brattz Shop Nonchalance Sweater [18] ($26+)

David Rose's Star Études Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

In David's world, stopping by a flower garden named after your mom calls for a stylish outfit. For this season three scene, he wears a black Études sweater with a circular star pattern in the middle, styled with drop-crotch pants and sneakers.

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Études Stars Print Embroidered Sweatshirt [19] ($40)

David Rose's Paisley Alexander McQueen Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

David Rose's version of business meeting attire? A paisley sweater and white jeans. While stopping by Heather Warner's (Ted's then-girlfriend) farm to sample her artisan cheese, David wears this Alexander McQueen sweater featuring a cool paisley design.

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424 Paisley Print Ribbed Trim Jumper [20] ($250, originally $357)

David Rose's Colorblock Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

You can always count on David to dress to the nines — even if it's just for a quick bite at Cafe Tropical. While eating breakfast with the family at the local joint, David rocks a grey colorblock sweater with white and black sections.

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Colorblock Merino Wool Crew Neck Sweater [21] ($88)

David Rose's "XX" Marc Jacobs Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While hanging with Patrick at Rose Apothecary, David sports this grey crewneck Marc Jacobs design with an artsy "XX" graphic in the middle.

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KAWS x Uniqlo x Sesame Street XX Sweatshirt [22] ($180)

David Rose's Animal Print Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Back in season four, David wore this light grey Saint Laurent leopard jumper with acid-wash jeans while making his romance with Patrick official. He styled it with white sunglasses and lots of silver rings, of course.

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Saint Laurent Paris Leopard Print Distressed Mohair Sweater [23] ($545, originally $950)

David Rose's Lightning Bolt Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Featured in tons of promotional "Schitt's Creek [24]" materials advertising its fifth season, this Neil Barrett design is worn by David when he drunkenly belts out karaoke songs in Elm Valley.

Shop Original: Neil Barrett Lightning Bolt Sweatshirt

Neil Barrett Lightning Bolt Sweatshirt [25] ($419, originally $593)

David Rose's Fireworks Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Perhaps David's most out-there sweater of all time, this busy number features both a star-themed fireworks print and a poem of sorts about a bird. He wore it in the season four episode titled "Open Mic."

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Juun.J Text and Graphic Print Blue Sweater [26] ($112)

David Rose's Floral Givenchy Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While taking the stage to perform at Asbestos Fest with Moira in season four, David rocks a black Givenchy sweater covered with white baby's breath flowers. The look is teamed with matching floral pants.

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Givenchy Boyfriend Sweatshirt [27] ($180, originally $1,185)

David Rose's Flame Print Givenchy Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Could it really be? David Rose wearing a colour other than grey, black, or white? It happened in season four when he wore this fiery orange and black sweater by Givenchy. He definitely brought the heat with this one.

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Palm Angels Terry Flames Sweatshirt [28] ($648, originally $1,080)

David Rose's Polka-Dot Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

A design by Random Identities, this beige mohair sweater features giant black polka dots and a hood, and David wears it in season six.

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Moncler Genius JW Anderson Logo-Appliquéd Polka-Dot Fleece Hoodie [29] ($1,295)

David Rose's Leather Givenchy Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

David chose this slick Givenchy design featuring stars, stripes, and a pop of red for a day of work.

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Givenchy Leather Sweatshirt [30] ($860, originally $1,885)

David Rose's Geometric Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Don't let Moira's red wig distract you — David's fun geometric sweater was definitely the star of the season four barbecue episode. (OK, the wig is definitely a close second.)

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ASOS Design Knit Oversized Fit Sweater With All-Over Barbed Wire Print [31] ($43)

David Rose's Palm Tree Amiri Cardigan on "Schitt's Creek"

Though not technically a pullover, David's Amiri palm-printed cardigan from season five is definitely still worthy of praise. It's in one of his favourite hues — black — and he simply styles it with a plain white tee and black jeans.

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Amiri Oversized Palm Tree Cardigan [32] ($650, originally $1,549)

David Rose's Gray Fringe Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While checking out apartments with Patrick in season five, David wears this grey sweater that looks simple from far away, until you catch glimpse of the fringed sleeves. He paired it with black skirt and pants like the style icon he is.

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Diesel K-Andelero Wool Jumper [33] ($375)

David Rose's Hercules Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Definitely on the quirkier side, this season four piece featured images of a Hercules statue seemingly sliced up and placed on top of a black sweater. It's another Neil Barrett design from David's collection.

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Neil Barrett Graphic Print Crew Neck Pullover [34] ($116, originally $145)

David Rose's Panther Valentino Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

This two-tone Valentino design features two large panthers on the arms and shoulders. It's certainly one of David's fiercest sweatshirts.

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Valentino Garavani Pre-Owned Sweater [35] ($780, originally $884)

David Rose's Fuzzy Black Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

You can't go wrong with a simple black sweater. David flawlessly proves this point during a season five work day at Rose Apothecary by sporting this fuzzy, surprisingly toned-down number.

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Jaded London Ominous Knit Jumper [36] ($95)

David Rose's Bird Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

On the other decidedly less subtle end of the spectrum, David rocks this eye-catching crewneck sweater featuring a large bird image in season five, too. He wears it with cropped, Bermuda-length shorts and socks that come to mid-shin.

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David Rose's "I Believe in the Power of Love" Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Thanks to David and Patrick's sweet relationship, we believe in the power of love, too. While throwing a surprise party for Patrick's birthday in season five, David wears this surprisingly romantic graphic sweatshirt by Givenchy.

Shop Original: Givenchy Love Sweatshirt

Givenchy Love Sweatshirt [38] ($400, originally $1,200)

David Rose's Black Versace Chainmail Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Does it get any edgier than the black Versace chainmail sweater David wears in the fourth episode of the sixth season? I think not.

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Express Wool-Blend Crew Neck Sweater [39] ($49, originally $98)

David Rose's Black Distressed Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Leave it to David Rose to make a sweater with holes look undeniably fashionable while scouting out wedding venues with Patrick. His styling with a plaid kilt is the icing on the cake.

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Shein Drop Shoulder Ripped Distressed Sweater [40] ($28)

David Rose's Sequin Dsquared2 Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

The Rose family wear some of their finest outfits for the big "The Crows Have Eyes III: The Crowening" premiere in Schitt's Creek [41]. Moira finally takes her ostrich-feather gown for a spin, Alexis dazzles in a metallic dress, Johnny looks sharp in a tuxedo, and David goes for a Dsquared2 sweater featuring shiny sequin panels.

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David Rose's Camouflage Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Even David succumbs to the ever-present temptation to give camouflage a whirl. His take is, of course, anything but tacky, and features muted grey and black hues, rather than your classic greens.

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Michael Kors Camouflage Alpaca and Merino Wool Blend Turtleneck Sweater [43] ($159, originally $398)

David Rose's "Icon" Dsquared2 Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

In quite the on-brand David Rose move, he wore a Dsquared2 sweater that boldly reads "Icon" while taste-testing fancy foods for his wedding. He paired the statement-making piece with grey drop-crotch trousers by Rick Owens.

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David Rose's Snake-Print Amiri Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

David rocks this Amiri sweater with a snake appliqué with a Rick Owens deconstructed denim cargo skirt and Vans sneakers.

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Blvck Paris Snake Signature Hoodie [45] ($120, originally $150)

David Rose's Tattoo-Print Givenchy Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

You'll want to zoom all the way in on this detailed Givenchy number — it's got skulls, chains, flags, stars, and more.

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Givenchy Paris Pre-Owned Crewneck Tattoo Print Sweatshirt [46] ($725)

David Rose's Eye-Print Kenzo Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

In the ninth episode of the last season, David rocks this eye-print Kenzo sweater for a day of working at Rose Apothecary.

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Kenzo Pre-Owned Printed Crew Neck Sweater [47] ($105, originally $175)

David Rose's Draped Mixed Material Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

While taste-testing endless glasses of Herb Ertlinger's famously gag-inducing fruit wine with Moira, David wears this artful sweater, which features a panel of draped grey fabric attached to the front.

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David Rose's Dries Van Noten Hand Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

There's a special reason David wears this Dries Van Noten hand-print sweater during the penultimate episode of "Schitt's Creek [49]." "Historically, an open palm symbolizes honesty, truth, and openness," Levy famously tweeted [50] after the episode aired.

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Dries Van Noten Pre-Owned Navy Cotton Knit [51] ($436, originally $494)

David Rose's Off-White Flame Sweater on "Schitt's Creek"

Yet another sweater with sentimental meaning, this Off-White sweater depicting two hands cupping a flame is a sweet callback to the bright orange flame-print sweater David wore at open mic night when Patrick dedicated a song to him.

The back features the signature Off-White pattern, and even more flames to mirror David and Patrick's fiery love.

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Off-White 2013 Main Label Sweatshirt [52] ($250, originally $400)


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