Popsugar Fashion Fashion Trends The 8 Best Sweater Trends to Shop For Fall 2021 8 Sweater Trends to Tap Into Before You Reach For the Same Old Hoodie 29 September 2021 by Sarah Wasilak Image Source: Bobblehaus As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you'll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. An underappreciated yet absolutely necessary fall basic is the sweater. It's a little old layering piece you might not have shopped for in years, rotating between just one or two worn-out, neutral styles underneath that statement coat. But 2021 in particular is a big year for knits, with so many different trends and silhouettes taking hold, you'll want to play a game of collect-them-all. From retro polos to vests, intarsia to colorblock, and cropped cardigan sets to the longline throwover, shop each category one by one, or scroll through this list to scan all our picks at a wide range of price points. Knit Vests Polos Shoulder Slice Colorblock Cardigan Sets Crochet Longline Intarsia Related: These 14 Maximalist Sweaters Are Total Badass Material — We're Ready to Rock Them! 1 Knit Vests Image Source: stories.com Worn oversize or shrunken, these provide an extra layering piece in our wardrobe this season. Our advice is to collect them in neutral colours first, although vests with standout prints can also make a statement on their own, without a long-sleeve underneath. & Other Stories Oversized Alpaca Blend Vest ($99) & Other Stories Oversized Alpaca Blend Vest $99 from stories.com Buy Now 2 Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest Image Source: zara.com Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest ($70) Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest $70 from zara.com Buy Now 3 Only Curve Knitted Tank With Drop Shoulder in Black Image Source: asos.com Only Curve Knitted Tank With Drop Shoulder in Black ($29) Only Curve Knitted Tank With Drop Shoulder in Black $29 from asos.com Buy Now 4 Bobblehaus Recycled Cotton Jacquard Sweater Vest Image Source: bobblehaus.com Bobblehaus Recycled Cotton Jacquard Sweater Vest ($185) Bobblehaus Recycled Cotton Jacquard Sweater Vest $185 from bobblehaus.com Buy Now 5 COS Striped Knitted Vest Image Source: cosstores.com COS Striped Knitted Vest ($115) COS Striped Knitted Vest $115 from cosstores.com Buy Now 6 Veronica Beard Collina Vest Image Source: veronicabeard.com Veronica Beard Collina Vest ($350) Veronica Beard Collina Vest $350 from veronicabeard.com Buy Now 7 The Frankie Shop Malou Zip Vest in Sand Image Source: thefrankieshop.com The Frankie Shop Malou Zip Vest in Sand ($132) The Frankie Shop Malou Zip Vest in Sand $132 from thefrankieshop.com Buy Now 8 Polos Image Source: shopbop.com Frequently seen in a sporty, cropped cut or with a half-zip down the neckline, the polo collar offers a preppy touch to a new set of sweaters that have a little something extra. Jacquemus Neve Polo ($645) Jacquemus Neve Polo $645 from shopbop.com Buy Now 9 ASOS Design Curve Sweater With Polo Neck in Rib Oatmeal Image Source: asos.com ASOS Design Curve Sweater With Polo Neck in Rib Oatmeal ($36) ASOS Design Curve Sweater With Polo Neck in Rib Oatmeal $36 from asos.com Buy Now 10 Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover Image Source: ganni.com Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover ($375) Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover $375 from ganni.com Buy Now 11 Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo Image Source: jonathansimkhai.com Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo ($445) Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo $445 from jonathansimkhai.com Buy Now 12 Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater Image Source: tibi.com Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater ($495) Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater $495 from tibi.com Buy Now 13 Stella Jean Collar Top Image Source: shopbop.com Stella Jean Collar Top ($122, originally $405) Stella Jean Collar Top $122 from shopbop.com Buy Now 14 Hanifa Cora Short Set Image Source: hanifa.co Hanifa Cora Short Set ($239) Hanifa Cora Short Set $239 from hanifa.co Buy Now 15 Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer Image Source: thebemagugu.com Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer ($342) Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer $342 from thebemagugu.com Buy Now 16 Shoulder Slice Image Source: simonett.us Think of this trend as an update to the cold shoulder jumper. Whether it's because these sweaters come in two pieces (tank and matching bolero) or because there's a cutout at the collar bone, we're getting an extra peek of skin that makes for a sultry touch, especially when the look is formfitting. Simonett Knit Bolero Set ($165) Simonett Knit Bolero Set $165 from simonett.us Buy Now 17 Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater Image Source: shopbop.com Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater ($148) Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater $148 from shopbop.com Buy Now 18 NOLULLS Halter Top And Bolero Set Image Source: nolulls.com NOLULLS Halter Top And Bolero Set ($66) NOLULLS Halter Top And Bolero Set $66 from nolulls.com Buy Now 19 WAYF Elandra Turtleneck Image Source: shopbop.com WAYF Elandra Turtleneck ($89) WAYF Elandra Turtleneck $89 from shopbop.com Buy Now 20 Peter Do Grace Sweater Image Source: peterdo.net Peter Do Grace Sweater ($1,675) Peter Do Grace Sweater $1,675 from peterdo.net Buy Now 21 Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette Image Source: jonathansimkhai.com Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette ($395) Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette $395 from jonathansimkhai.com Buy Now 22 Rosie Assoulin Knit Hold My Bolero Sweater Image Source: shopbop.com Rosie Assoulin Knit Hold My Bolero Sweater ($1,295) Rosie Assoulin Knit Hold My Bolero Sweater $1,295 from shopbop.com Buy Now 23 Colorblock Image Source: wray.nyc When it comes to sweater trends, we're often more observant of a silhouette than a particular print, but the multi-tone trimmings and graphics are undeniable this season, so don't be afraid to think bold, rather than in neutrals. Wray Harold Sweater in Block ($298) Wray Harold Sweater in Block $298 from wray.nyc Buy Now 24 Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan Image Source: glassworkslondon.com Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan ($90) Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan $90 from glassworkslondon.com Buy Now 25 UNIF Brite Sweater Image Source: unifclothing.com UNIF Brite Sweater ($88) UNIF Brite Sweater $88 from unifclothing.com Buy Now 26 Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top Image Source: thesourceunknown.com Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top ($63) Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top $63 from thesourceunknown.com Buy Now 27 Pastiche Pola Cardigan in Pale/Pink Image Source: lisasaysgah.com Pastiche Pola Cardigan in Pale/Pink ($137, originally $195) Pastiche Pola Cardigan in Pale/Pink $137 from lisasaysgah.com Buy Now 28 Victor Glemaud Turtleneck Sweater in Black & White Image Source: revolve.com Victor Glemaud Turtleneck Sweater in Black & White ($495) Victor Glemaud Turtleneck Sweater in Black & White $495 from revolve.com Buy Now 29 Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan Image Source: intermixonline.com Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan ($160) Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan $160 from intermixonline.com Buy Now 30 Cardigan Sets Image Source: aritzia.com As a continuation to the bralette and cardigan trend Katie Holmes and Khaite stirred up last year, brands are offering all sorts of variations on what a two-piece can offer. While some come with full-length tanks, others have a foundation of a fitted shirt in a matching print or a similar gauzy fabric. Babaton Emporia Cardigan ($198) and Babaton Overland Dress ($148) Babaton Emporia Cardigan $198 from aritzia.com Buy Now Babaton Overland Dress $148 from aritzia.com Buy Now 31 Rouje Sweater Set Image Source: us.rouje.com Rouje Claudette Sweater ($185) and Rouje Jamie Cardigan ($230) Rouje Claudette Sweater $185 from us.rouje.com Buy Now Rouje Jamie Cardigan $230 from us.rouje.com Buy Now 32 Zara Knit Set Image Source: zara.com Zara Knit Cardigan With Elbow Length Sleeves ($46) and Zara Knit V-Neck Top ($26) Zara Knit Cardigan With Elbow Length Sleeves $46 from zara.com Buy Now Zara Knit V-Neck Top $26 from zara.com Buy Now 33 Loulou Studio Anthracite Melange Cardigan Set Image Source: thefrankieshop.com Loulou Studio Contoy Cardigan in Anthracite Melange ($289) and Loulou Studio Montague Top in Anthracite Melange ($169) Loulou Studio Contoy Cardigan in Anthracite Melange $289 from thefrankieshop.com Buy Now Loulou Studio Montague Top in Anthracite Melange $169 from thefrankieshop.com Buy Now 34 Maggie Marilyn Ivory Set Image Source: maggiemarilyn.com Maggie Marilyn Cardigan in Ivory ($207) and Maggie Marilyn Turtleneck in Ivory ($105) Maggie Marilyn Cardigan in Ivory $207 from maggiemarilyn.com Buy Now Maggie Marilyn Turtleneck in Ivory $105 from maggiemarilyn.com Buy Now 35 Cider Green Diary Knitted Set Image Source: shop.shopcider.com Cider Green Diary Knitted Set ($36) Cider Green Diary Knitted Set $36 from shop.shopcider.com Buy Now 36 Low Classic Boucle Knits Image Source: thefrankieshop.com Low Classic Boucle Sleeveless Knit ($195) and Low Classic Boucle Overfit Knit ($405 when back in stock) Low Classic Boucle Sleeveless Knit $195 from thefrankieshop.com Buy Now Low Classic Boucle Overfit Knit $405 from thefrankieshop.com Buy Now 37 Crochet Image Source: rebeccataylor.com We've seen crochet take off in a major way as stars like Olivia Rodrigo have re-popularized the look from the early aughts and designers like Ella Emhoff have showed us how to DIY it. Now, the crochet sweater is here to stay and shoppable in all forms at our favourite retailers. Rebecca Taylor Hand Crochet Alpaca Turtleneck ($445) Rebecca Taylor Hand Crochet Alpaca Turtleneck $445 from rebeccataylor.com Buy Now 38 Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan Image Source: zara.com Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan ($50) Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan $50 from zara.com Buy Now 39 Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan Image Source: shopbop.com Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan ($525) Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan $525 from shopbop.com Buy Now 40 Tach Clothing Ester Sweater Image Source: shopbop.com Tach Clothing Ester Sweater ($306) Tach Clothing Ester Sweater $306 from shopbop.com Buy Now 41 Zara Striped Knit Sweater Image Source: zara.com Zara Striped Knit Sweater ($40) Zara Striped Knit Sweater $40 from zara.com Buy Now 42 Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater Image Source: rosecarmine-paris.com Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater ($667) Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater $667 from rosecarmine-paris.com Buy Now 43 Longline Image Source: tanyataylor.com The longline cardigan is luxe, oversize, and as comforting as ever as we transition from stay-at-home gear to workwear. Whether yours becomes an underlay to your favourite jacket or an interesting statement top you tie up at both ends (see: Cult Gaia) is your own prerogative. Tanya Taylor Morgana Knit ($495) Tanya Taylor Morgana Knit $495 from tanyataylor.com Buy Now 44 H&M Long Cardigan Image Source: www2.hm.com H&M Long Cardigan ($36, originally $40) H&M Long Cardigan $36 from www2.hm.com Buy Now 45 By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle Image Source: thefrankieshop.com By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle ($595) By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle $595 from thefrankieshop.com Buy Now 46 Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan Image Source: mnzstore.com Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan ($610) Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan $610 from mnzstore.com Buy Now 47 Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan Image Source: cultgaia.com Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan ($398) Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan $398 from cultgaia.com Buy Now 48 Khaite The Fiona Cardigan in Zig Zag Image Source: khaite.com Khaite The Fiona Cardigan in Zig Zag ($2,400) Khaite The Fiona Cardigan in Zig Zag $2,400 from khaite.com Buy Now 49 Shona Joy Piper Cocoon Sleeve Cable Midi Cardigan in Oatmeal Image Source: shonajoy.com Shona Joy Piper Cocoon Sleeve Cable Midi Cardigan in Oatmeal ($395) Shona Joy Piper Cocoon Sleeve Cable Midi Cardigan in Oatmeal $395 from shonajoy.com Buy Now 50 Intarsia Image Source: zara.com The most intricately crafted, handwoven sweater you can buy this fall is an intarsia piece that's been skillfully woven with multiple thread colours to form a picture, fair isle pattern, or motif. The ones we've gathered here will make them all look twice. Zara Knit Jacquard Jacket ($70) Zara Knit Jacquard Jacket $70 from zara.com Buy Now 51 Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater Image Source: shop.shopcider.com Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater ($32) Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater $32 from shop.shopcider.com Buy Now 52 Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater Image Source: shopbop.com Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater ($425) Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater $425 from shopbop.com Buy Now 53 Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan Image Source: forever21.com Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan ($28) Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan $28 from forever21.com Buy Now 54 LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan Image Source: shopbop.com LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan ($495) LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan $495 from shopbop.com Buy Now 55 Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater Image Source: shopbop.com Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater ($294) Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater $294 from shopbop.com Buy Now 56 Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan Image Source: boraaksu.com Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan ($470) Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan $470 from boraaksu.com Buy Now 57 A.L.C. Oakley Sweater Image Source: shopbop.com A.L.C. Oakley Sweater ($475) A.L.C. Oakley Sweater $475 from shopbop.com Buy Now ShoppingFashion TrendsFashion ShoppingUltimate GuideWinter FashionSweatersFallFall FashionWinterJacquemus