The month is Octoberthe year is 2021, and all we want to carry for the foreseeable future are cardigans of all shapes and styles. Cardigans have reached such a level of popularity and universality that there are trends within the trend. While a cardigan is definitely a staple (the number one fall staple, if you ask us), there are plenty of fashionable versions to choose from as well.
As we scrolled through Instagram for cardigan style inspiration, it was very clear that it wouldn’t take long to fill this story. We’d go so far as to say that cardigans are the hottest sweater style out there right now (according to Instagram, at least). They are very easy to style and it doesn’t take much to make them look great. Plus, there are tons of awesome ones to choose from. Below, we’ve picked seven of the biggest cardigan trends creeping in right now, provided some style inspiration, and found some of the best ones to add to your collection.
The trend: Cardigans with collars
Neck cardigans tap into another favorite sweater trend of ours: polo sweaters. The combination leads to a preppy-cool look that we’d love to wear every day this fall and winter.
Shop our picks:
garden of trees and horses Chevelle cardigan ($259)
J.Crew Merino wool sweater with collar and buttons ($88)
& Other Stories Relaxed shell button jacquard cardigan ($99)
Olivia Rubin Bettina Cardigan ($299)
The Trend: Cardigan Sweater Sets
This one is a no-brainer at this point: it looks like sweater sets are here to stay, and we couldn’t be more excited about it. You can never have too much.
Shop our picks:
Who What Wear Collection Perry ribbed cardigan ($135)
Buy the game Nico cropped tank ($85).
Reformation Capello Cotton Tank and Cardi Set ($198)
Callahan Lu cardigan set ($132)
Khaite Scarlett cashmere cardigan ($1540)
Buy the game Eda cashmere knit bralette top ($520).
The trend: Cardigans with a single closure
This is definitely the riskiest cardigan trend of the bunch, but the payoff is high. Fashionistas are obsessed with this barely there Jacquemus logo cardigan, and we’ve noticed that other brands are starting to give us their take on the trend.
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Shop our picks:
Jacques The Maille Pralu Cardigan ($410)
lioness Vine cultivation cardigan ($69)
Alexander Wang Shibori satin cardigan ($353)
Zara Rib knit cardigan ($40)
The Trend: Slouchy Cardigans
If comfort is your MO, this trend has you covered. An oversized cardigan is the perfect fall jacket. We suggest investing in both a neutral color and a fun print.
Shop our picks:
DVF Elvira oversized knit Jacquard cardigan ($558)
Zara Longline striped knit cardigan ($70)
Madewell Mclean shawl collar cardigan sweater ($118)
H&M+ Long cardigan ($25)
The trend: Embroidered cardigans
Arguably the cutest trend on this list, embroidered cardigans don’t require much styling. If you really want to keep things simple, jeans are all you need. Get ready to hear “I love your sweater” a lot.
Shop our picks:
do Forget-Me-Not cardigan sweater ($398)
mango Floral knit cardigan ($80)
Choose Choose Rosie Grandpa Large Lambswool Cardigan ($450)
ASTR label Tea Party Cardigan ($120)
The Trend: Checkerboard Cardigans
This one might seem a bit specific, but trust us: there are plenty of checkerboard cardigans out there, and incorporating the trendy print into your outfit is one of the easiest ways to look fresh this season.
Shop our picks:
Stine Goya Harry Cardigan ($420)
Kitri Talulla plaid knit cardigan ($165)
Lisa says Gah Andretti Cardi ($139)
sandro Glorius monogram check cardigan ($395)
The Trend: Super Cropped Cardigans
Another ‘risky’ cardigan trend to keep on your radar this season is the very cropped style with the hem hitting just below the bust. The easiest way to wear it is with high-waisted jeans and the most complicated way is with low-rise jeans. Both are great, so the choice is yours.
Shop our picks:
Jacques Alzou Cardigan ($340)
Studio LouLou Abaco cardigan ($365)
BDG Urban Outfitters Round neck cardigan ($59)
Reformation Rory Cashmere Neck Cardigan ($198)
Then, the preppy sweater trend that’s about to dominate this fall.
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