As we’re spending more time indoors and at home this year, many of us are prioritising comfort and ease when getting dressed, and this will have a significant impact on the trends for autumn and winter 2020 and beyond. Loungewear will continue to be a growing category this year. However, fashion buyers I have spoken to expect that instead of joggers, hoodies and sweatshirts, there will be a demand for more elevated options, with knitted co-ords and layered separates being key sellers.
“Leisurewear will continue to grow but in a modern way from brands such as Les Tien,” says Liane Wiggins, head of womenswear buying at MatchesFashion. The knitted dress is set to be a hero buy for autumn, as designers such as Jil Sander and Jacquemus have created beautiful formfitting knitted dresses. Last year, Katie Holmes made knitted co-ords go viral thanks to her bra-digan set, and you can certainly see the impact of this iconic outfit in new-in sections, as many brands have created knitted tops and matching cardigans. Other trending knitwear options included ribbed knit tops, embroidered cardigans and knitted trousers that are so comfortable you might struggle to ever take them off. Keep scrolling to see the 10 autumn knitwear looks we love.
Next up, see our guide to the key trends for autumn and winter 2020.
