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Cold weather style is, to put it bluntly, the best. It has boots. It has jackets. It has sweaters. Sweaters! If the worst thing about dressing in the summer is that you don’t get to wear sweaters, then you can be quite sure that sweaters are the best thing about the winter. From work, to going out, to straight up not leaving the couch during a snowstorm on a Saturday, there’s no situation a sweater can’t get along just great in.

The best part: There’s a type of sweater for every situation. You’ve got your work-appropriate V-necks, your oversized crewnecks, your apres-ski printed pullovers. Your closet (and life) benefits from having a host of sweaters in it. They’ll help keep your style on point—and your body warm—all winter. Here are the 13 styles that every man should know.

The Crewneck

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Sweater by Everlane.

A crewneck sweater is basically winter’s T-shirt. It’s looks good on its own, with a suit, or paired with jeans. It’s a great place to get a little bolder, too. The shape is simple, so a bright color or print makes it stand out. Jewel tones and rich hues are the perfect way to counteract those winter blues.

Shop Crewnecks

J.Crew Merino Crewneck Sweater jcrew.com $59.99 SHOP Banana Republic Crew-Neck Sweater bananarepublic.gap.com $89.50 SHOP Featured Everlane The Cashmere Crew everlane.com $100.00 SHOP Buck Mason Classic Crew buckmason.com $125.00 SHOP BOSS Leno Slim Fit Sweater nordstrom.com $158.00 SHOP NOW Rag & Bone Haldon Cashmere Sweater nordstrom.com $395.00 SHOP

The V-Neck

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Sweater by Rag & Bone.

A V-neck sweater has an air of professionalism that’s hard to replicate elsewhere. It’s one of our first choices for an office-appropriate knit. Because no matter what you’re wearing it with—be it faded denim or tailored trousers—there’s something about the V that makes the whole outfit look intentional. It doesn’t look like the sweater you throw on just to hang around the house—but it feels just as comfortable.

Shop V-Necks

J.Crew Everyday Cashmere V-Neck nordstrom.com $48.98 SHOP Uniqlo V-Neck Sweater uniqlo.com $89.90 SHOP Everlane The Cashmere V-Neck everlane.com $100.00 SHOP Featured Rag & Bone Finn V-Neck rag-bone.com $165.00 SHOP Prada Logo-Embroidered Sweater mrporter.com $780.00 SHOP Tom Ford Cashmere Sweater mrporter.com $1,074.00 SHOP

The Cardigan

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Sweater by Sunspel; shirt by Everlane.



Don't make the mistake of relegating the cardigan to the realm of old-school prep. The latest ones maintain the same sort of fitted, pulled-together look that your classic one might, but they do it with a modern edge. Plus, it’s all in how you style them. Help keep it modern by layering it with solid tees, denim button-downs, or even a mock neck shirt.

Shop Cardigans

Uniqlo V-Neck Cardigan uniqlo.com $49.90 SHOP Hugo Boss Mardon Cardigan mrporter.com $126.00 SHOP Maison Kitsuné Wool Classic Cardigan endclothing.com $285.00 SHOP Featured Sunspel Sea Island Cotton Cardigan sunspel.com $295.00 SHOP Thom Browne Classic Merino Cardigan endclothing.com $950.00 SHOP Gucci Wool Cardigan mrporter.com $980.00 SHOP

The Heavyweight Crewneck

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For a full “it’s winter and my body is ready” look, a heavyweight crewneck is unparalleled. It epitomizes your general thought process during the winter: It’s cold, I’m tired, and I don’t want to think too much. Just throw one on with your favorite pair of pants, and you’ve got yourself an outfit.

Shop Heavyweight Crewnecks

Bonobos Raglan Sweater bonobos.com $58.00 SHOP Universal Works Ribbed Sweater mrporter.com $185.00 SHOP Our Legacy Base Roundneck Knit endclothing.com $199.00 SHOP Mr P. Knitted Sweater mrporter.com $325.00 SHOP Polo Ralph Lauren Martini Bear Wool Sweater ralphlauren.com $398.00 SHOP Featured Michael Kors Cashmere Ribbed Pullover michaelkors.com $498.00 SHOP

The Heavyweight Cardigan

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A shawl neck on a cardigan makes all the difference. This is a great piece for when you need something versatile. Want a thick layer, but get too hot in regular sweaters? Layer it over a light T-shirt and feel free to leave it open. Trying to go full sweater? Button ‘er up. This is a solid look for the weekend or for relaxed get togethers. It says you’re cozy, but you still came to party.

Shop Heavyweight Cardigans

Featured J.Crew Quilted Cotton Cardigan Sweater jcrew.com $79.99 SHOP Banana Republic Cable Knit Cardigan Sweater bananarepublic.gap.com $168.00 SHOP Buck Mason Vintage Cashmere Shawl Cardigan buckmason.com $100.00 SHOP Bonobos Wool Cable Shawl Collar Cardigan bonobos.com $98.00 SHOP Faherty Indigo Shore Jacquard Cardigan mrporter.com $380.00 SHOP Tom Ford Steve McQueen Cardigan Sweater mrporter.com $2,450.00 SHOP

The Turtleneck

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Sweater by Todd Snyder.

Men in turtlenecks are very good. Don’t you want to be one of those very good men in a turtleneck? These are the true mark of colder weather, and it’s about time you leaned into it. One in a rich caramel color looks cool with jeans, and maybe even better with trousers. But don’t ignore the turtleneck layering technique, either. Under a blazer, leather jacket, or even another sweater, the turtleneck looks damn cool.

Shop Turtlenecks

Topman Classic Fit Turtleneck nordstrom.com $45.00 SHOP Gap Turtleneck Pullover Sweater gap.com $69.95 SHOP Banana Republic Merino Turtleneck Sweater bananarepublic.gap.com $89.50 SHOP Sunspel Roll Neck Jumper sunspel.com $168.00 SHOP Todd Snyder Cashmere Turtleneck toddsnyder.com $218.00 SHOP Tom Ford Ribbed Rollneck Sweater mrporter.com $680.00 SHOP

The Ski Sweater

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Sweater by Everlane.

You don’t have to be anywhere near a ski slope to rock the hell out of a ski sweater. These are great for the weekend, when you’re trying to show some personality but not trying to wear anything other than a very comfortable pullover. You can go hard on the print, on the color, or on the level of oversized coziness—or all three, if you’re really into it.

Shop Ski Sweaters

AE Shawl Collar Sweater ae.com $35.98 SHOP Featured Everlane The Merino Ski Sweater everlane.com $145.00 SHOP J.Crew Oversized Crewneck jcrew.com $159.99 SHOP Polo Ralph Lauren 1993 Intarsia Sweater mrporter.com $120.00 SHOP Saint Laurent Spider-Intarsia Sweater mrporter.com $387.00 SHOP Brunello Cucinelli Fair Isle Sweater mrporter.com $643.50 SHOP

The Cable Knit

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Sweater by Mr P.

Cable knit sweaters bring texture to otherwise bland (and usually dark) cold-weather wardrobes. Investing in, say, a cream or bright blue cable knit sweater won’t only be one of the most comfortable choices you can make, but also one of the most stylish. It’ll make getting dressed on a frigid day all the more exciting.

Shop Cable Knits

Gap Cable Knit Sweater gap.com $46.99 SHOP Topman Crewneck Sweater nordstrom.com $35.98 SHOP Orvis Irish Fisherman's Sweater orvis.com $129.00 SHOP Inverallan 1A Cable Crew endclothing.com $275.00 SHOP Vince Cable Knit Sweater nordstrom.com $325.00 SHOP Featured Mr P. Cable Knit Sweater mrporter.com $375.00 SHOP

The Waffle Knit

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Waffle. Sweaters. I mean, it’s physically impossible to have a bad day if you’re wearing a waffle knit. First of all, it’s like wearing a blanket, but in public and no one is going to think you’re weird for doing it. Second of all, its texture ensures that it never looks boring. They tend to be more lightweight, too, so you won’t sweat all day when you wear it.

Shop Waffle Knits

Uniqlo Waffle Knit Sweater uniqlo.com $19.90 SHOP H&M Waffle Knit Sweater www.hm.com $34.99 SHOP Todd Snyder Waffle Crewneck Sweater toddsnyder.com $198.00 SHOP AG Camden Crewneck nordstrom.com $98.98 SHOP Featured American Trench Waffle Knit Sweater americantrench.com $225.00 SHOP Thom Browne Waffle Knit Sweater mrporter.com $392.00 SHOP

The Full Zip

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A full zip-up sweater has a slight athletic vibe to it that makes it all the more appealing for everyday wear. It looks solid fully zipped-up, half zipped, or completely unzipped. It also looks its best paired with a comfortable shirt under it. If your sweater leans neutral, you can liven it up with a tee that has a little—or a lot—of color to it.

Shop Full Zips

J.Crew Funnelneck Zip-Up Sweater jcrew.com $40.99 SHOP NN07 Einar Zip-Up Cardigan mrporter.com $260.00 SHOP Hugo Boss Wool Zip-Up Sweater mrporter.com $175.00 SHOP Burberry Zip-Through Sweater matchesfashion.com $970.00 SHOP Featured Commonwealth Proper Full-Zip 6-Ply Sweater commonwealthproper.com $895.00 SHOP Brunello Cucinelli Cashmere Zip-Up Cardigan mrporter.com $638.00 SHOP

The Fair Isle

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Sweater by Ralph Lauren.

Fair Isle in name might just be a type of pattern. But it’s so much more than that; it’s the single type of sweater that makes all of the pain of winter worth it. Dreary out? Fair Isle. Dark at noon o’clock? Fair Isle. Have to go hang out with your family and a bunch of their friends who knew you when you were little and always talk about that and never talk about anything else? Fair Isle. Keep the rest of your outfit simple—the sweater says enough.

Shop Fair Isles

Scotch & Soda Chunky Fair Isle Sweater nordstrom.com $67.20 SHOP Norse Projects Birnir Fair Isle Crew Knit endclothing.com $225.00 SHOP Barbour Wetheral Fair Isle Sweater nordstrom.com $91.60 SHOP RRL Fair Isle Cotton Pullover ralphlauren.com $295.00 SHOP Theory Rueda Fair Isle Sweater mrporter.com $375.00 SHOP Moncler Fair Isle Sweater mrporter.com $685.00 SHOP

The Heavyweight Turtleneck

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Sweater by Todd Snyder.

Heavyweight turtlenecks are not for weak winter days. They’re not for crisp mornings or chilly evenings. They are for the depths of winter, when you wish you could wear a hoodie for every activity and get away with it. Wear this when you know you’ll be cold, and when you know you need an external shell to shield you. And don’t sleep on how good this looks under a topcoat.

Shop Heavyweight Turtlenecks

Universal Works Roll Neck Knit endclothing.com $135.00 SHOP Oliver Spencer Talbot Roll Neck Knit endclothing.com $225.00 SHOP Belstaff Howden Turtleneck nordstrom.com $296.98 SHOP S.N.S. Herning Rollneck Sweater mrporter.com $297.00 SHOP Inis Meain Boatbuilder Turtleneck toddsnyder.com $198.00 SHOP Tod's Rollneck Sweater mrporter.com $845.00 SHOP

The Sweater That Goes With Everything

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If ever there were a sweater that looks good in every guy’s closet—and every situation—it is a mid-weight navy crewneck. For cold days when you don’t know what to wear, it’s the oh-shit navy sweater to the rescue. It works for the office, for going out, or for weekend brunches. It works layered over a button-down, or under a jacket. If ever you’re in doubt, always remember that a navy crewneck is there to help.

Shop Mid-Weight Navy Crewnecks

Buck Mason Classic Crew buckmason.com $100.00 SHOP Rag & Bone Gregory Crewneck Sweater nordstrom.com $225.00 SHOP Polo Ralph Lauren Cashmere Sweater mrporter.com $92.00 SHOP Theory Medin Cashmere Sweater nordstrom.com $142.49 SHOP Featured Commonwealth Proper Smuggler Cashmere Crew commonwealthproper.com $895.00 SHOP Saint Laurent Cashmere Sweater mrporter.com $810.00 SHOP

Photography by Corey Olsen • Grooming by Dana Boyer at Art Department using Bumble and Bumble • Model: Zaquan at Fenton Models