10+ covetable knits to add to your wardrobe this winter

24 June 2026
By Fashion Quarterly

Practical, chic, and the ultimate in cosy — the versatility of one good sweater is not to be underestimated.

'Natural Wonder' shoot starring Natua Kaa-Morgan from the Winter '26 issue of Fashion Quarterly. Photography: Mara Sommer.

Winter can be long and dreary, sure, but if there’s one thing we always look forward to when the temperature plummets, it’s the opportunity to swathe ourselves in luxurious layers. Whether you gravitate towards the supreme softness of ultra-fine cashmere, or find solace in the allure of a classic turtleneck, having a few reliable knits in your arsenal becomes a necessity once the chill sets in. Should your knitwear shelf be looking a little lacklustre this season, then read on for our shoppable edit of covetable cosies for winter.

Ruby ‘Swann’ sweater, $329.
Wynn Hamlyn ‘Sullivan’ cardigan, $395.
Sylvester x Davaar ‘808’ jumper, $595.
Ruby ‘Velma’ sweater cocoa flower, $259.
TOTEME cashmere sweater, $1753.
Tuesday the Label ‘Morgan’ jumper, $299.

Styling tip: Not quite ready to commit to knitwear all day? Layer a simple tee underneath and drape your sweater over your shoulders for an effortless, elevated styling hack.

St. Agni cropped sweater, $779.
Porter James knitted V-neck, $249.
Elle & Riley baby cashmere knit, $690
SIR. ‘Ayana’ sweater, $486.
Juliette Hogan 'Casey' crew, $449.
Olivia Cashmore ‘Poppy’ Knit $789.
Lee Mathews cashmere polo, $792.
Arch4 ‘Verona’ cashmere and silk-blend sweater and scarf set, $850, from Net-a-Porter.

This article originally appeared in Fashion Quarterly‘s winter 2026 issue – on sale now! 

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