We’re firmly in the hardest part of winter, where the temperatures are really cold but the holiday joy is long gone. For the final chilly stretch, getting dressed in enough layers to keep warm can feel like a major chore. How many ways can you really wear your favorite turtleneck sweater?
Thankfully, 2026 has already ushered in a new era of knitwear that feels a bit more playful than we’ve been seeing in recent seasons. This probably has to do with the fact that quiet luxury is slowly making its way out of the trend cycle, and a wave of maximalism is coming in. What does that mean for cozy knits?
For one, they’re coming in bold pastel tones instead of muted neutrals. Cutesy knit bandanas are the accessory du jour, and instead of wearing one sweater, the most fashionable people you know are investing in sweaters that come prelayered. It’s all quite quirky and the perfect way to inject some joy into this notoriously dark and drab time of the year.
Knit Wool Skirts
Paolina Russo Fall/Winter 2024
If you think skirts are a seasonal item that can only be worn in the warmer months, you’re wrong! Sure, you have to be a little bit more creative with layering, but it’s fun to experiment with colorful stockings and wear knee-high boots. Also, it’s easy if you opt for a sweater skirt, which adds extra warmth and texture. We’ve been thinking about a particular style with a crisscross band and warrior print by Paolina Russo that we saw at Copenhagen Fashion Week a couple of seasons ago.
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