When the temperatures plummet, warmth and coziness quickly jump to the top of the list of daily dressing priorities. And year after year, the knitted dress stands out as one of the simplest ways to tick off both the style and comfort boxes. Consider the knitted dress your loyal cold weather dressing friend—it’ll keep you warm even in the chilliest winds, and can be used 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.
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.
The subtle rib pattern on this cozy dress gives it just the right amount of texture.
This could elevate so many other potential outfits.
These leather boots look buttery soft.
Bring in all the winter tones with this rich brown leather tote bag to finish the look.
Style Notes: Coco proves that with a few clever accessories—in this season’s trending red—a knit dress can be expertly styled for smarter occasions.
Who knew knitted dresses could be so sultry?
Coco uses a black belt to give her dress a little more definition, and this one would definitely do the trick.
A-listers love Manolo Blahnik heels for a reason—the classic silhouettes bring a polished finish to every outfit.
Is this the cutest little red bag you’ve ever seen?
Style Notes: Brave the bare legs and go for a mini knit dress this season, paired with a shearling-lined jacket for extra warmth.
I love the deep charcoal grey, and the fact this dress has just the right amount of stretch to ensure a flattering fit.
The oversized fit would work perfectly with the mini dress.
Follow Cass’ lead and style with thick white socks.
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.
This fit and flare dress is crying out for a belt to give your waist some added definition.
A double-breasted wool coat is an investment piece that will always be in style.
A riding boot is a classic style.
Such a gorgeous hue.
I’m obsessed with this knitted dress, which can be styled in so many ways to work for every occasion.
Just add boots and you have a failsafe winter look.
Camel knitwear always looks super chic—no one would believe this is a high street find.
An endlessly versatile knit dress that comes in 8 colours.
Another gorgeous Reformation knit dress–this colour looks so elevated.
Khaki is such a great colour for the cold months.
Thanks to the subtle slit, this dress can definitely go from day to night.
It’s the ruffle neckline for me.
Obsessed with the ribbed detail wool mix dress.
Made in Bali, you’ll wear this beige versatile dress all year round.
