When the temperatures plummet, warmth and coziness quickly jump to the top of the list of daily dressing priorities. And year after year, theknitted dress stands out as one of the simplest ways to tick off both the style and comfort boxes.Consider theknitted dress your loyal cold weather dressing friend—it'll keep you warm even in the chilliest winds, and can beused as the basis for so many looks, transforming before your eyes with just a few clever styling tricks.
This season, high-street brands and designers alike have outdone themselves in creating an impressively wide variety of knitted dresses, so that you're sure to find a style that will integrate seamlessly into your winter wardrobe. From the roll-neck mini to the supremely elegant, floor-sweeping maxi, there's a dress to suit every mood and occasion.
The good news doesn't stop there. Some of our favourite tastemakers have provided brilliant outfit inspiration, using accessories to transform an easy, throw-on dress into an effortlessly refined look. Their Instagrams prove that trainers and a leather jacket can keep things casual, but adding a long wool coat, a chunky necklace and on-trend knee-high boots will create the perfect evening outfit.
I've done some digging to break down a few of the best looks I've seen—and plan on recreating this winter—and the most tempting knitted dresses available now. Here's what I found.
HOW TO STYLE A JUMPER DRESS
1.WHITEMIDI DRESS + BLAZER
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Style Notes:Textured knit dresses perfectly exude the quiet luxury aesthetic, and adding a tailored blazer is a great way to add some structure to a loose dress.
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H&M
Rib-Knit Dress
The subtle rib pattern on this cozy dress gives it just the right amount of texture.
Jigsaw
Tatton Italian Wool Pinstripe Blazer
Thiscould elevate so many other potential outfits.
Reformation
Nancy Knee Boot
These leather boots look buttery soft.
Reformation
Medium Vittoria Tote Bag
Bring in all the winter tones with this rich brown leather tote bag to finish the look.
2. BLACK MAXI DRESS + RED ACCESSORIES
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Style Notes:Coco proves that with a fewclever accessories—in this season's trending red—a knit dress can be expertly styled for smarter occasions.
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COS
Oversized Knitted Alpaca-Blend Dress
Arket
Leather Belt
Coco uses a black belt to give her dress a little more definition, and this one would definitely do the trick.
Manolo Blahnik
BB 90 Suede Pumps
A-listers love Manolo Blahnik heels for a reason—the classic silhouettes bring a polished finish to every outfit.
Reformation
Mini Rosetta Shoulder Bag
Is this the cutest little red bag you've ever seen?
3.MINIROLL-KNECKDRESS + AVIATOR JACKET + TRAINERS
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Style Notes:Brave the bare legs and go for a mini knit dress this season, paired with a shearling-lined jacket for extra warmth.
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New Look
Dark Grey Ribbed Knit High Neck Dress
I love the deep charcoal grey, and the fact this dress has just the right amount of stretch to ensure a flattering fit.
Toteme
Signature Leather Shearling Jacket
The oversized fit would work perfectly with the mini dress.
New Balance
550 Mesh-Trimmed Leather Sneakers
Follow Cass' lead and style with thick white socks.
4. BLACK MINI DRESS + LONG COAT + TALL BOOTS
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Style Notes:Dawn gives a masterclass in how to make a mini knit dress look effortlessly sophisticated—just balance the short hem with a floor-sweeping coat and on-trend knee-high boots.
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Sézane
Donatela Dress
Whether fitted or not, up the ante of a knitted dress with a waist defining belt.
Aligne
George Slouch Oversize Wool Wrap Coat
A wool coat is an investment piece that will always be in style.
Mango
Leather High-Leg Boots
A riding boot is a classic style.
SHOP THE BESTKNITTED DRESSES FOR WINTER 2024:
Raey
Crew Neck Cashmere Belted Midi Dress
Such a gorgeous hue.
Me+Em
Merino Cashmere Swing Sweater Dress + Snood
I'm obsessed with this knitteddress, which can be styled in so many ways to work for every occasion.
& Other Stories
Knitted Midi Dress
Obsessed with thepipingdetail of this dress.
H&M
Rib-Knit Dress
Just add boots and you have a failsafe winter look.
Free People
Wanda Sweater Dress
An endlessly versatile knit dress that comes in 8 colours.
Reformation
Wallis Cashmere Midi Dress
Another gorgeous Reformation knit dress–this colour looks so elevated.
M&S Collection
Air-Yarn Knitted Jumper Dress
How exquisite is this shade of blue?
Dôen
Estella Ruffled Pointelle-Knit Alpaca-Blend Midi Dress
It's the ruffle neckline for me.
Mango
Knitted Turtleneck Dress
Cream knitwear always looks super chic—no one would believe this is a high street find.
Faithfull The Brand
Serafia Ribbed-Knit Maxi Dress
Made in Bali, you'll wear this beige versatile dressall year round.
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This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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