Like Pokémon, there are many more variations of the most extraordinary sweaters for guys than you may have imagined, and the more you own, the better. But unlike Pokémon, you won’t have to tear apart your social life, ignore your family, and goggle at a Gameboy for many months to discover all the vital sweaters every man needs to own—that’s what this article is for. We’ve identified the seven essential cardigans and pullovers for any budget and located the finest versions of each. The cozy cold-weather layer comes in various styles, from the traditional cable-knit pieces to the surprising swerves. So learn the art of knitting and catch them all.
The Ultimate Men’s Sweater Buying Guide
The V-Neck with all the looks: Banana Republic $90 for the Sante Merino V-Neck Sweater
The Daily Crewneck: A $50 sweater made of extra fine Merino wool from Uniqlo
Drake’s Fair Isle Lambswool Sleeveless V-Neck Jumper, $425, is the Preppy-Cool Vest.
The Hardy Cardi is an L.L. Bean Classic Ragg Wool Shawl Collar Cardigan ($109).
The Naadam Essential Cashmere Sweater is a blanket-soft cashmere knit that costs $98.
Paul Smith Melange Knit Zip Cardigan ($675) is The Buzzy Zip-Up.
Abercrombie & Fitch Long-Sleeve 3-Button Sweater Polo, $70, is the hybrid version of Polo.
The Pull-On Sweater
The most adaptable sweater in your wardrobe, the V-neck, is poised to recover its menswear kingdom after a few years of relative obscurity—think of it as post-baseball Jordan. The logical move here would be to wear one layered over a dapper button-up shirt, perhaps even with a tie or with the collar casually falling over the V-neck. However, a simple white T-shirt peeking out below has a laid-back elegance.
V-neck sweater by Sante Merino, $90
V-neck Cashmere Sweater
$138.
Sweater with a crewneck
The bulkier, more stylish relative of your beloved Champion sweater. This is the go-to sweater to wear when you want to avoid using additional mental energy to try to look beautiful. More varieties than Baskin Robins are available for crewneck sweaters: from satisfyingly silky boucle to thick cable knit sweaters to intarsia knits, and so on. Even while an adaptable heather gray sweater is perfect, don’t be afraid to experiment with fabric, color, and silhouette.
Superior Quality Merino Crew Neck Pullover
$50.
Crew Neck Sweater by Shetland
$1000
The Vest for Sweats
Problem solved—no sleeves. The sweater vest, if anything, expands the options available for styling. It allows you to flaunt your clothing without opening your midsection to the weather. It works wonderfully as a base for many types of outerwear without adding extra weight. Sweater vests have become more popular for a few seasons now, and we’re all for it.
Fair Isle Lambswool V-Neck Sleeveless Sweater
$255
The Guardian
You just need a lightweight sweater as a jacket on the loveliest spring and fall days. Wear a loose-fitting button-down shirt and relaxed-fit chinos to create a carefree, preppy ensemble if the weather is still warm. You may also choose a cardigan made of breathable linen or cotton. To remain warm as the weather cools off, update your winter ensemble with a heavyweight Merino wool sweater.
Traditional Ragg Wool Cardigan with Shawl Collar
$109.
Smedley John
“Petworth” Cardigan in Merino Wool
$350-
The Sweater in Cashmere
In the past, wealthy men only wore cashmere, and the typical “nice” wool sweater was made of lambswool or merino wool. After a few decades of being commercialized, the most elegant and plush type of premium wool is now more widely available than before.
Essential Pullover in Cashmere
98$
Cashmere Sweater “Oxton”
$255
The pullover
A full-zip, half-zip, or quarter-zip has always been a mainstay for normie parents, and sure, it’s back in style. Consider it a convertible shirt for your upper body.
Cotton Modal Sweater with Zip Front Cardigan
$70-
Smith Paul
Mix-Tone Zip Cardigan
$775
The Sweater Polo
I’m talking about a sweater that has a collar.
Three-button, long-sleeve sweater polo
$70-
Conclusion
- The article highlights seven essential men’s sweaters for various occasions and budgets, ranging from a versatile V-neck to a preppy Fair Isle vest and a classic shawl collar cardigan.
- It provides specific recommendations for each type, featuring brands like Banana Republic, Uniqlo, L.L. Bean, Naadam, Paul Smith, Abercrombie & Fitch, and more.
- The guide emphasizes the versatility of V-neck sweaters, the comfort and style of crewneck sweaters, the practicality of sweater vests, and the sophistication of cashmere and cardigans for different weather conditions.
- The article suggests that a well-rounded collection of sweaters can be both functional and fashionable, offering options for layering, casual elegance, and seasonal transitions.
