I'm a Creative Director—5 Sweater Trends I'm Embracing in 2025 and 5 I'm Passing On.

      And just like that, sweater weather has arrived. No more teasing; it's genuinely here. The temperatures on the East Coast have fallen into the 40s and 50s, making it feel quite real. Although I’m not fond of the cold, I do enjoy dressing for it. Now, I can wrap myself in luxurious cashmere or warm wool blends and play with creative sweater styling techniques. One of the things I love about sweater season is the wide range of styles available, which some might find a bit overwhelming. To help others navigate this cozy fashion landscape, I reached out to sweater expert, Caroline Belhumeur, the creative director and head of women’s and men’s at Vince, to discover which sweater trends we should avoid and which we should embrace in 2025.

      When it comes to designing and shopping for sweaters, Belhumeur focuses on comfort, flexibility, and a warm, cozy touch against the skin. This season, in addition to neutral tones, she points out that specific color palettes are notably popular. "I’m really into earthy shades this season, like brown and deep green," Belhumeur explains. When I inquired about how fashion enthusiasts can refresh their classic sweaters, she suggested a stylish trick of wrapping another sweater in a similar hue around the waist or draping it over the shoulders or neck. "We actually created a sweater that has this feature built in—our Draped-Shawl Wool-Cashmere Sweater—and it's one of my favorites," Belhumeur adds. But that’s not all. Keep reading to learn all you need to know about sweater trends for 2025, along with more insider insights from Belhumeur.

      **Skip:** Ruffle Mock-Neck Sweaters

      **Buy:** Roll-Neck Sweaters

      If you’ve been keeping up with the fall fashion trends we’ve been discussing, you’re aware that one of the season's standout styles is J.Crew's Rollneck sweater, a timeless classic from 1998 now reimagined for 2025. This knit has generated considerable buzz and has been spotted on fashion insiders, from editors in New York City to content creators in Los Angeles. Consequently, every color option sold out immediately and is now only available for preorder. Other brands seem to be taking notice, as we’ve seen this sweater silhouette appear elsewhere. So, if you want to look stylish and cozy this fall and winter, keep scrolling—we’ve curated the chicest roll-neck sweaters.

      **Shop the sweater trend:**

      - BP. Everyday Easy Cotton Blend Sweater

      - J.Crew 2025 Rollneck Sweater

      - Banana Republic Factory Perfectly Soft Roll-Neck Sweater

      - Alex Mill Taylor Cardigan

      **Skip:** Tunic-Style Sweaters

      **Buy:** Short Sweaters

      In my email interview with Belhumeur, she made it clear that we should move on from long sweaters as shorter styles are in. She also noted that instead of heavy or bulky knits, we should opt for lighter styles that keep us warm while allowing for easy layering without feeling overwhelmed or overheating.

      **Shop the sweater trend:**

      - J.Crew Relaxed Crewneck Pullover

      - COS Batwing-Sleeve Wool Polo Sweater

      - HIGH SPORT Lara Cotton Sweater

      - Vince Donegal Cashmere Funnel-Neck Sweater

      - Old Navy Sosoft Crew-Neck Tunic Sweater

      **Skip:** Polka-Dot Sweaters

      **Buy:** Argyle, Fair Isle, or Plaid Sweaters

      It’s official: argyle, Fair Isle, and plaid knits are back. We spotted these styles on the runways in numerous fall/winter 2025 collections from Khaite, Altuzarra, Burberry, and Ferragamo. Belhumeur concurs. "Plaid and argyle sweaters are in, especially when reimagined in smaller, cute shapes." So grab one and effortlessly combine it with a pencil skirt and slingbacks or straight-leg jeans and loafers.

      **Shop the sweater trend:**

      - J.Crew Fair Isle Wide-Mockneck Sweater

      - Reformation Clara Cashmere Crew Cardigan

      - Vince Checked Plaid Cashmere Polo Cardigan

      **Skip:** Chenille Sweaters

      **Buy:** Cashmere Sweaters

      Is there any sweater that surpasses a cashmere one? We think not. Whether it’s a turtleneck, crewneck, or V-neck, cashmere sweaters radiate a luxurious look while keeping you warm and comfy. "Cashmere and turtlenecks are always in style," Belhumeur shares. "I enjoy layering one under a V-neck or accessorizing it with a short, chunky necklace." Since not all cashmere sweaters are created equal, we’re highlighting those truly worth it regarding fit, style, price, and durability.

      **Shop the sweater trend:**

      - Nordstrom Oversized Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater