Halloween decorations are going up, pumpkin spice lattes are back on the menu, and the group chat is discussing that long-awaited trip upstate. Fall is officially in the air—and with it comes the welcome return of sweater weather. This season, it’s all about taking your favorite knits and finding new ways to style them.
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Polo Ralph Lauren wool and cashmere cardigan
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Knitwear’s reputation as a wardrobe essential makes it a great starting point for experimentation. Beyond the simple act of throwing a crewneck on with jeans, there’s plenty of room to play with color, texture, and silhouette. The season’s offerings bring fresh possibilities, allowing new and old knits to get a styling rethink.
The fall 2026 collections put personal style front and center, with many of the most interesting looks pieced together around the humble sweater. For inspiration, look to Celine’s inventive layering, Marni’s clash of prints and textures, or Polo Ralph Lauren’s preppy meets western aesthetic—all broken down in our anatomy of a look roundup. Each brought new perspective to familiar favorites, with ideas to bring into your everyday wardrobe.
Why not introduce a nostalgic print to crisp shirting and layered necklaces, or experiment with a color combinations outside of your comfort zone? Better yet, layer it all together, because sometimes more really is more.
Below, discover six ways to style your knitwear this season.
Photo: Courtesy of Michelle Huynh / Styling: Courtesy of Minty Mellon
