Knitwear, cardigans and sweater outfit inspo to keep you cute and cosy this A/W

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How to style sweaters, cardigans & knits this A/WEdward Berthelot - Getty Images

For many of us fashion gals, autumn and winter are the best seasons for style. Colder temperatures allow you to layer up your outfits, and one of the most important elements of layering is having good knitwear – specifically, sweaters.

You can style a humble sweater with literally anything in your wardrobe: with jeans for a casual look, trousers for work and even with a sequin skirt for a party szn night out with friends.

Now, you may already have a handful of sweaters in your closet, or maybe you're looking to invest in some new knitwear for the winter. Regardless, we're here to help you figure out how to look effortless while wearing them. Below, we've compiled 21 stellar street-style sweater outfits, from cardigans and sweater dresses to oversized jumpers galore.

They range in style – some formal, some casual, all winners. Use this as outfit inspo for your next sweater outfit, or treat yourself to some new pieces for the chilly season. Happy shopping!

A simple cardigan

berlin, germany october 12 sophia geiss is seen wearing rectangular black sunglasses with a wide tapered temple from prada, two different sized gold hoop earrings, a silver nose ring, a partly buttoned grey wool cardigan with round neckline from american vintage, a cropped white top underneath, light blue wide legged jeans with baggy fit and black and white paint and smudge details from acne studios, a silver ring, a black leather woven shoulder bag from abro, and pointed black leather boots from leger on october 12, 2024 in berlin, germany photo by jeremy moellergetty images
Jeremy Moeller

A simple cardigan will work wonders for you in the cold weather. Wear it buttoned up with a pair of low-rise baggy jeans and a sleek pointed-toe kitten heel to dress it up.

A cropped look

paris, france september 27 camila coelho wears silver sunglasses, silver earrings, dark gray knit cropped sweater, dark brown leather belt, dark green olive baggy loewe pants, dark red leather bag, shiny silver detail loewe heels leather shoes, outside loewe, during the paris fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 27, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images
Edward Berthelot

PSA: you don't need to buy a cropped sweater for a crop top moment. Simply tuck your sweater into your bra to achieve the look! We promise you'll get so much more use out of a full-length sweater over a cropped one.

With a mini skirt

paris, france october 01 marie von behrens is seen wearing a brown plaid skirt, with a white top, a long brown cardigan, white short socks and black ballerinas, with a black chanel handbag and black brown sunglasses during the chanel show womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on october 01, 2024 in paris, france photo by jeremy moellergetty images
Jeremy Moeller

This cosy szn, pair an oversized cardigan with a cute mini skirt and a pair of Mary Jane flats. Don't forget a pair of tights if your legs get cold!

Incorporate a print or graphic

paris, france october 01 a guest is seen wearing a gray and green lacoste sweater, panel lacoste skirt, black shoes and green lacoste bag outside the lacoste show during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on october 01, 2024 in paris, france photo by daniel zuchnikgetty images
Daniel Zuchnik

It's always fun to add prints or patterns to your style. Try pairing a graphic sweater with a neutral-coloured skirt and a cute bag that brings out a colour from the sweater.

With wide-leg jeans

paris, france september 24 a model wears black sunglasses, bright yellow mustard oversized sweater, light yellow leather bag, washed navy blue denim jean pants, shiny black heeled leather boots, outside dior, during the paris fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 24, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images
Edward Berthelot

Style a bright yellow sweater with a pair of comfortable wide-leg jeans and a black boot. It's a simple outfit, but it gets the job done!

A sweater vest

paris, france september 24 gabriella karefa johnson wears striped knitted vest, grey long denim skirt, black tote bag, red ballet flats, outside ganni, during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 24, 2024 in paris, france photo by claudio laveniagetty images
Claudio Lavenia

A sweater vest is a great layering piece. You can opt for a long sleeve, short sleeve, or tank underneath it. Or, on a warmer day, style a sweater vest with no undershirt. For a cool-girl look, pair your sweater vest with a long denim skirt and some cute ballet flats.

A professional pick

paris, france september 28 claire rose cliteur wears brown top, grey trousers, brown coat, brown hermes bag, outside hermes, during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 28, 2024 in paris, france photo by claudio laveniagetty images
Claudio Lavenia

If you're looking to wear your sweater in a more professional setting, try pairing a simple black crew neck with tailored trousers and a long coat.

A floral cardigan

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Edward Berthelot

Keep your outfit fun and colourful by styling a floral cardigan and some coordinating trousers.

With metallic trousers

almaty, kazakhstan october 18 a guest wears silver pants, white sweater, white bag and white pointy shoes during the 10th season of the visa fashion week almaty on october 18, 2024 in almaty, kazakhstan photo by raimonda kulikauskienegetty images
Raimonda Kulikauskiene

Metallic trousers were one of the biggest fashion trends last year, and ngl we're still just as obsessed. If you have a pair, try wearing them with a white sweater and white accessories. This 'fit would be sooo perfect for the upcoming festive season!

A sweater dress

paris, france september 24 anke de jong wears brown knitted long dress, dior bag, brown sandals, outside dior, during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 24, 2024 in paris, france photo by claudio laveniagetty images
Claudio Lavenia

For an easy outfit, style a long sweater dress with a simple black bag and some sunnies. Opt for a closed-toed heel or boot if the weather is chilly.

A v-neck sweater

paris, france october 01 caetana botelho alfonso is seen wearing lacoste sweater, white top, black panel skirt, white lacoste socks, brown shoes and lacoste large bag with clear sunglasses outside the lacoste show during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on october 01, 2024 in paris, france photo by daniel zuchnikgetty images
Daniel Zuchnik

I'm all for a preppy moment! To achieve this look, style a v-neck sweater with a pleated mini skirt.

A monochrome look

paris, france september 24 a guest wears black turtleneck, black white washed pants, bag outside dior during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 24, 2024 in paris, france photo by christian vieriggetty images
Christian Vierig

In fashion circles, it doesn't get chicer than head-to-toe black. We love a monochrome outfit like this one. Try styling a black sweater with faded black jeans, a black bag and some kitten heels.

With a maxi skirt

sao paulo, brazil october 20 a guest wears striped black and white turtleneck sweater, black layered skirt, white underlayer skirt, yellow socks, black converse sneakers at sao paulo fashion week 2024 n58 street style at parque ibirapuera on october 20, 2024 in sao paulo, brazil photo by mauricio santanagetty images
Mauricio Santana

Stay cosy and look cute in the cold weather by styling a striped sweater with a maxi skirt. Finish the look with a comfortable pair of Converse – you can't go wrong.

With a bold accessory

paris, france september 29 a guest is seen wearing a gray sweater, black pants and red headscarf outside the isabel marant show during womenswear springsummer2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 29, 2024 in paris, france photo by daniel zuchnikgetty images
Daniel Zuchnik

A bold accessory can make any outfit more interesting. Next time you think your outfit is looking a little plain, try adding a bold scarf for some colour.

With knee-high boots

paris, france september 28 anna wein is seen wearing narrow black oval sunglasses from saint laurent chunky squared earrings in gold with a black stone a grey buttoned knit cardigan, paired with a black turtleneck underneath a black mini skirt a black leather belt with a gold buckle an oversized ankle length anthracite wool trench coat featuring a double button placket, sleeve and shoulder tabs, a long belt, and a lapel collar from black palms a rectangular black leather bag with gold details and bag charms from miu miu black tights and knee high shiny black leather boots with a squared toe from hm studio during paris fashion week on september 28, 2024 in paris, france photo by jeremy moellergetty images
Jeremy Moeller

Look super sophisticated this winter by styling a grey cardigan sweater over a turtleneck with a black mini skirt, black knee-high boots and a winter coat.

With shades of red

paris, france september 28 a guest wears red leather trousers, a red leather bag, black heeled shoes, brown sunglasses, a red blazer, a red shirt and a colorful printed scarf outside hermes show during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on september 28, 2024 in paris, france photo by valentina frugiuelegetty images
Valentina Frugiuele

We love wearing an outfit that features multiple shades of a certain colour. Head-to-toe red comes celebrity-approved, so why not try styling a red sweater with some burgundy pants and a scarf that ties in the colour, as well?

Add some leopard print

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Valentina Frugiuele

We've seen leopard print pretty much everywhere recently, there's no denying it's a *huge* autumn winter fashion trend. We're styling leopard print jeans with a black crewneck sweater and adding an oversized blazer.

Over the shoulders

paris, france september 30 a guest wears white linen buttoned up long sleeve shirt, light gray sweater wrapped around shoulders, dark red hermes birkin leather bag, acid washed denim jean loose pants, black pointed toe heels, outside sacai, during the paris fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 30, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images
Edward Berthelot

With the unpredictable temperatures of autumn and winter, you gotta make sure you always have your sweater with you. If you get too warm, simply throw your sweater over your shoulders for cool-girl ease.

With some buttons

paris, france october 01 ines isaias is seen wearing a green striped lacoste sweater, white shirt, white panel skirt, white socks, black shoes and lacoste white bag outside the lacoste show during womenswear springsummer 2025 as part of paris fashion week on october 01, 2024 in paris, france photo by daniel zuchnikgetty images
Daniel Zuchnik

We've been obsessing over henley-style sweaters recently. Style it with a pleated skirt and some matching accessories.

As a mini dress

sao paulo, brazil october 20 a guest wears oversized knit sweater, white collared shirt, white boots, black shoulder bag at sao paulo fashion week 2024 n58 street style at parque ibirapuera on october 20, 2024 in sao paulo, brazil photo by mauricio santanagetty images
Mauricio Santana

You can easily wear an oversized sweater as a mini dress with knee-high boots. If the sweater isn't long enough for comfort, throw on a mini skirt or a pair of shorts underneath.

A simple blue sweater

paris, france september 26 a guest wears gold earrings, navy blue knit sweater with gold detail, navy blue denim jean cutout pants, dark brown chloe platform shoes, shiny black chloe leather bag with gold chain detail, outside chloe, during the paris fashion week springsummer 2025 on september 26, 2024 in paris, france photo by edward berthelotgetty images
Edward Berthelot

It's always a good idea to have a simple navy blue sweater in your wardrobe. It's a goes-with-everything neutral while being slightly softer than black. You'll get a lot of use out of this style – pair it with jeans for a casual, everyday look.

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