I recently started my annual Gilmore Girls rewatch (it's a fall prerequisite – I don't make the rules), and one element stood out to me in a way that it hadn't in previous watches: the sweater line is excellent. The knits in the show make me feel nostalgic and inspired, whether it's Rory's chunky knits from season one or Lorelai's signature turtleneck sweater and leather blazer, and it made me crave good fall sweaters. I may not live in foliage-filled Connecticut, but I can certainly dress like I do.
Over the past few weeks, I've been dreaming about openwork knits, cozy cashmere, fitted cardigans, and all things knitted, so I reached out to my favorite retailers with these details in mind. I want sweaters that feel modern and current, but still have a timeless feel that I'll want to return to in seasons to come. After perusing all of the new fall knits, I saved 34 options that are the best right now. Below, I'm highlighting the most fashionable sweaters from Shopbop, Revolve and Nordstrom.
RE/DONE
Round neck cardigan
A really cool version of stripes.
There's a reason this keeps running out.
Jenni Kayne
Cashmere Porter Turtleneck
See the details of the cuffs.
L'Academie by Marianna
Olivia Cardigan
I can't resist an open plot.
Good American
Cozy crew neck sweater
The red trend is still strong.
Free People
Frankie Cable cotton sweater
If only you could feel the fabric through the screen.
Line and point
Hutch Double Layer Cardigan
Alex Mill
Paris sweater jacket
Reform
Jadey cashmere oversized sweater
This might be my favorite of the year.
Reform
Jadey cashmere oversized sweater
Stripes are always a good choice.
Jenni Kayne
Alpaca Cocoon pullover with round neck
I already have this in another color and it is perfect.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Julianna wool and cashmere sweater with braided stitch
There's nothing more classic than a Ralph Lauren sweater.
SLEEVE
Textured knit cardigan
The gold buttons are a nice touch.
Camila Coelho
Daria Cable Sweater
Funnelnecks are bubbling up this fall.
ANINE BING
Sydney Crew Sweater
Camel makes everything look expensive.
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Fisherman Cotton Quarter Zip Sweater
Reform
Elio off-the-shoulder knit top
Sablyn
Nylah Boyfriend Cashmere V-Neck Sweater
You can simply tell this is smooth.
Steve Madden
Beckie coat
L'Academie by Marianna
Cami Cardigan
The pointelle is so romantic.
The line
V-neck cashmere sweater
Imagine the style possibilities.
Splendid
Cardigan Sweater Daniella
Hello
White Cashmere High Neck
The ultimate layering piece.
SLEEVE
Rib Half-Zip Sweater
Can you tell I'm liking half-zips now?
Frankies bikinis
Dudley cotton knit cardigan
This stuff is so cozy.
L'Academie by Marianna
Namir off-shoulder sweater
Ulla Johnson
Lisa Cardigan
Z Supply
Josephine Striped Sweater
I'm powerless in the face of a good line.
Splendid X Cella Jane
Button front cardigan
Talk about a sweater you'll wear with everything.
