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

Worn oversize or shrunken, these provide an extra layering piece in our wardrobe this season. Our advice is to collect them in neutral colors 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)

Zara Wool and Alpaca Blend Knit Vest ($70)

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

COS Striped Knitted Vest ($115)

Veronica Beard Collina Vest ($350)

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

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)

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

Ganni Cabled Shrunken Mock-Turtleneck Pullover ($375)

Jonathan Simkhai Kara Fringe Knit Polo ($445)

Tibi Feather Weight Ribbed Allonge Collar Sweater ($495)

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

Hanifa Cora Short Set ($239)

Thebe Magugu Sisterhood Knit Golfer ($342)

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 form-fitting.

Simonett Knit Bolero Set ($165)

Pistola Denim Jolene Sweater ($148)

LNA Apex Rib Top ($99)

Nolulls Halter Top And Bolero Set ($66)

Wayf Elandra Turtleneck ($89)

Peter Do Grace Sweater ($1,675)

Jonathan Simkhai Jayline Pullover/Bralette ($395)

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

When it comes to sweater trends, we're often more observant of a silhouette than a particular print, but the multitone 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)

Glassworks London Oatmeal and Blue Contrast Trim Cardigan ($87)

Unif Brite Sweater ($88)

Source Unknown Mixed Colorblock Top ($63)

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

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

Donni Duo Colorblock Cardigan ($160)

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)

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

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

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

Maggie Marilyn Cardigan in Ivory ($202) and Maggie Marilyn Turtleneck in Ivory ($103)

Cider Green Diary Knitted Set ($36)

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

We've seen crochet take off in a major way as stars like Olivia Rodrigo have repopularized 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 favorite retailers.

Rebecca Taylor Hand Crochet Alpaca Turtleneck ($445)

Zara Jewel Button Knit Cardigan ($50)

Rachel Comey Shushi Cardigan ($525)

Tach Clothing Ester Sweater ($306)

Zara Striped Knit Sweater ($40)

Rose Carmine Navy Patchwork Sweater ($667)

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 favorite jacket or an interesting statement top you tie up at both ends (see: Cult Gaia) is your own prerogative.

Tanya Taylor Morgana Knit ($495)

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

By Malene Birger Cyrus Cardigan in Chanterelle ($595)

Maryam Nassir Zadeh Long Shawl Cardigan ($610)

Cult Gaia Izzie Knit Cardigan ($398)

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

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

The most intricately crafted, handwoven sweater you can buy this fall is an intarsia piece that's been skillfully woven with multiple thread colors 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)

Cider Perfect Day Printed Knit Sweater ($32)

Sea Reese Intarsia Sheep Sweater ($425)

Forever 21 Daisy Print Cardigan ($28)

LoveShackFancy Honeypie Boyfriend Cardigan ($495)

Tach Clothing Tampa Sweater ($294)

Bora Aksu Vintage Pattern Loose Fit Cardigan ($470)

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

Laneus Intarsia Knit Cardigan ($793)