October Calls For Luxe Knits: 15 Hero Styles We Love

We’re adding these luxurious knits by COS, Arket, Toteme and Massimo Dutti to basket …

Which knit? It’s the perennial question of the season. And, as we get into the swing of October, the sight of a great knit always serves as a niggling reminder that one’s capsule wardrobe is lacking. Not that a jumper is exactly a humble basic these days. This season, knitwear has been turbo-charged with luxurious touches. There’s a focus on brushed cashmere, both at high-end labels and on the high street, where COS is leading the charge with cashmere that’s the fashion insider’s secret weapon. (They team it with a slip dress by Róhe and say it’s by The Row.)

In terms of shape, button-up cardigans, polo sweaters and funnel neck jumpers all lead the charge, with honourable mention going to oversized fisherman sweaters that are imbued with the perfect slouch. Watch the fashion pack recreate The Row’s beige funnel neck (which also references an equally iconic style by Celine), with lower-priced options: styled with the now ubiquitous Olsen tuck, of course. In case you missed it, there’s no mystery: simply tuck your hair into your high-neck in a nod to messy-chic.

Speaking of styling, right now the approach to layering is very much the more the merrier. See the below look by COS, where a brushed mohair triangular scarf is styled with a crewneck cardigan of the same colour. The result is a tonal, fuzzy feast. Equally, according to stylish folk online, the rule is: if in doubt, throw a knit around your waist. Instagram dressers are using knits in searing shades of red as new belts.

Lastly, don’t forget the joy of dressy-casual styling. Team a round or V-neck cashmere jumper with a diamond tennis necklace for an unexpected take on luxury. Shop an edit of the best jumpers and cardigans for AW25 below.