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The 8 Best Sweater Trends to Shop For Fall 2021

8 Sweater Trends to Tap Into Before You Reach For the Same Old Hoodie

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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
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1. Knit Vests

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)

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& Other Stories Oversized Alpaca Blend Vest
$99
from stories.com
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2. Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest

Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest ($70)

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Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest
$70
from zara.com
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3. Only Curve Knitted Tank With Drop Shoulder in Black

Only Curve Knitted Tank With Drop Shoulder in Black ($29)

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Only Curve Knitted Tank With Drop Shoulder in Black
$29
from asos.com
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4. Bobblehaus Recycled Cotton Jacquard Sweater Vest

Bobblehaus Recycled Cotton Jacquard Sweater Vest ($185)

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Bobblehaus Recycled Cotton Jacquard Sweater Vest
$185
from bobblehaus.com
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5. COS Striped Knitted Vest

COS Striped Knitted Vest ($115)

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COS Striped Knitted Vest
$115
from cosstores.com
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6. Veronica Beard Collina Vest

Veronica Beard Collina Vest ($350)

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Veronica Beard Collina Vest
$350
from veronicabeard.com
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7. The Frankie Shop Malou Zip Vest in Sand

The Frankie Shop Malou Zip Vest in Sand ($132)

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The Frankie Shop Malou Zip Vest in Sand
$132
from thefrankieshop.com
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8. Polos

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)

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Jacquemus Neve Polo
$645
from shopbop.com
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9. ASOS Design Curve Sweater With Polo Neck in Rib Oatmeal

ASOS Design Curve Sweater With Polo Neck in Rib Oatmeal ($36)

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ASOS Design Curve Sweater With Polo Neck in Rib Oatmeal
$36
from asos.com
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10. Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover

Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover ($375)

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Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover
$375
from ganni.com
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11. Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo

Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo ($445)

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Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo
$445
from jonathansimkhai.com
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12. Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater

Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater ($495)

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Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater
$495
from tibi.com
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13. Stella Jean Collar Top

Stella Jean Collar Top ($122, originally $405)

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Stella Jean Collar Top
$122
from shopbop.com
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14. Hanifa Cora Short Set

Hanifa Cora Short Set ($239)

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Hanifa Cora Short Set
$239
from hanifa.co
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15. Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer

Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer ($342)

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Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer
$342
from thebemagugu.com
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16. Shoulder Slice

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)

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Simonett Knit Bolero Set
$165
from simonett.us
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17. Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater

Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater ($148)

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Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater
$148
from shopbop.com
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18. NOLULLS Halter Top And Bolero Set

NOLULLS Halter Top And Bolero Set ($66)

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NOLULLS Halter Top And Bolero Set
$66
from nolulls.com
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19. WAYF Elandra Turtleneck

WAYF Elandra Turtleneck ($89)

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WAYF Elandra Turtleneck
$89
from shopbop.com
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20. Peter Do Grace Sweater

Peter Do Grace Sweater ($1,675)

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Peter Do Grace Sweater
$1,675
from peterdo.net
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21. Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette

Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette ($395)

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Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette
$395
from jonathansimkhai.com
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22. Rosie Assoulin Knit Hold My Bolero Sweater

Rosie Assoulin Knit Hold My Bolero Sweater ($1,295)

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Rosie Assoulin Knit Hold My Bolero Sweater
$1,295
from shopbop.com
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23. Colorblock

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)

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Wray Harold Sweater in Block
$298
from wray.nyc
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24. Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan

Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan ($90)

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Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan
$90
from glassworkslondon.com
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25. UNIF Brite Sweater

UNIF Brite Sweater ($88)

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UNIF Brite Sweater
$88
from unifclothing.com
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26. Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top

Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top ($63)

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Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top
$63
from thesourceunknown.com
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27. Pastiche Pola Cardigan in Pale/Pink

Pastiche Pola Cardigan in Pale/Pink ($137, originally $195)

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Pastiche Pola Cardigan in Pale/Pink
$137
from lisasaysgah.com
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28. Victor Glemaud Turtleneck Sweater in Black & White

Victor Glemaud Turtleneck Sweater in Black & White ($495)

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Victor Glemaud Turtleneck Sweater in Black & White
$495
from revolve.com
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29. Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan

Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan ($160)

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Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan
$160
from intermixonline.com
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30. Cardigan Sets

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)

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Babaton Emporia Cardigan
$198
from aritzia.com
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Babaton Overland Dress
$148
from aritzia.com
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31. Rouje Sweater Set

Rouje Claudette Sweater ($185) and Rouje Jamie Cardigan ($230)

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Rouje Claudette Sweater
$185
from us.rouje.com
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Rouje Jamie Cardigan
$230
from us.rouje.com
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32. Zara Knit Set

Zara Knit Cardigan With Elbow Length Sleeves ($46) and Zara Knit V-Neck Top ($26)

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Zara Knit Cardigan With Elbow Length Sleeves
$46
from zara.com
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Zara Knit V-Neck Top
$26
from zara.com
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33. Loulou Studio Anthracite Melange Cardigan Set

Loulou Studio Contoy Cardigan in Anthracite Melange ($289) and Loulou Studio Montague Top in Anthracite Melange ($169)

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Loulou Studio Contoy Cardigan in Anthracite Melange
$289
from thefrankieshop.com
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Loulou Studio Montague Top in Anthracite Melange
$169
from thefrankieshop.com
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34. Maggie Marilyn Ivory Set

Maggie Marilyn Cardigan in Ivory ($207) and Maggie Marilyn Turtleneck in Ivory ($105)

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Maggie Marilyn Cardigan in Ivory
$207
from maggiemarilyn.com
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Maggie Marilyn Turtleneck in Ivory
$105
from maggiemarilyn.com
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35. Cider Green Diary Knitted Set

Cider Green Diary Knitted Set ($36)

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Cider Green Diary Knitted Set
$36
from shop.shopcider.com
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36. Low Classic Boucle Knits

Low Classic Boucle Sleeveless Knit ($195) and Low Classic Boucle Overfit Knit ($405 when back in stock)

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Low Classic Boucle Sleeveless Knit
$195
from thefrankieshop.com
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Low Classic Boucle Overfit Knit
$405
from thefrankieshop.com
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37. Crochet

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)

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Rebecca Taylor Hand Crochet Alpaca Turtleneck
$445
from rebeccataylor.com
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38. Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan

Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan ($50)

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Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan
$50
from zara.com
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39. Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan

Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan ($525)

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Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan
$525
from shopbop.com
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40. Tach Clothing Ester Sweater

Tach Clothing Ester Sweater ($306)

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Tach Clothing Ester Sweater
$306
from shopbop.com
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41. Zara Striped Knit Sweater

Zara Striped Knit Sweater ($40)

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Zara Striped Knit Sweater
$40
from zara.com
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42. Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater

Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater ($667)

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Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater
$667
from rosecarmine-paris.com
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43. Longline

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)

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Tanya Taylor Morgana Knit
$495
from tanyataylor.com
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44. H&M Long Cardigan

H&M Long Cardigan ($36, originally $40)

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H&M Long Cardigan
$36
from www2.hm.com
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45. By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle

By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle ($595)

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By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle
$595
from thefrankieshop.com
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46. Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan

Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan ($610)

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Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan
$610
from mnzstore.com
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47. Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan

Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan ($398)

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Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan
$398
from cultgaia.com
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48. Khaite The Fiona Cardigan in Zig Zag

Khaite The Fiona Cardigan in Zig Zag ($2,400)

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Khaite The Fiona Cardigan in Zig Zag
$2,400
from khaite.com
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49. Shona Joy Piper Cocoon Sleeve Cable Midi Cardigan in Oatmeal

Shona Joy Piper Cocoon Sleeve Cable Midi Cardigan in Oatmeal ($395)

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Shona Joy Piper Cocoon Sleeve Cable Midi Cardigan in Oatmeal
$395
from shonajoy.com
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50. Intarsia

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)

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Zara Knit Jacquard Jacket
$70
from zara.com
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51. Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater

Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater ($32)

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Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater
$32
from shop.shopcider.com
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52. Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater

Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater ($425)

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Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater
$425
from shopbop.com
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53. Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan

Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan ($28)

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Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan
$28
from forever21.com
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54. LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan

LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan ($495)

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LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan
$495
from shopbop.com
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55. Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater

Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater ($294)

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Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater
$294
from shopbop.com
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56. Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan

Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan ($470)

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Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan
$470
from boraaksu.com
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57. A.L.C. Oakley Sweater

A.L.C. Oakley Sweater ($475)

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A.L.C. Oakley Sweater
$475
from shopbop.com
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