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The best knitwear inspired by our favorite stars

The best knitwear inspired by our favorite stars

Now that winter has finally arrived in Australia, you may be wondering what the best knitwear of the season are. Will they be long and loose, short and punchy or something completely different? Well, if you take a look at the latest styles worn by our favorite celebrities, it seems that coziness and comfort are on point.

From Oprah’s mustard-colored sweater to J.Lo’s cropped turtleneck, these are the best knits to buy now to shop their looks for less.

Oprah, Gigi and Sofía make winter outfits chic with the best knits. (Image: Getty)

Australia’s best knitwear

Best for: Snuggling up in style

The Blair knitted sweater is simply warm, comfortable and chic. And it’s the perfect copy of Oprah’s turtleneck sweater that she was recently spotted wearing with jeans, square sunglasses and cute heeled boots.

Follow the TV icon’s style or take inspiration from the model by pairing knitwear with leather pants and perfectly groomed brows for a polished winter look.

You might also like this pick on Amazon if you want to get a real mustard yellow colored knit.

Sizes: 6 to 18

Colors: Rust, fungus

Materials: 100% acrylic

Main characteristics:

  • Knitted manufacturing
  • Turtle neckline
  • Long sleeves
  • Solid color

Aere wool knit cropped sweater

from $140 at The Iconic

Best for: Dopamine salad dressing

Bright, punchy and so soft, this partially recycled sweater from Aere will definitely make you happy just by looking at it. And it’s practically a dead ringer for the one Sofía was recently caught wearing on her shopping trip.

Whether you pair this cute sweater with ripped jeans and beige heels like Sofía or throw it on over your favorite dress, this knit is sure to be your favorite.

You might also like this hot pink knit from Revolve — it’s currently marked down to $68.97 with sizes x-small, small, and medium still in stock. Good shopping!

Sizes: 6 to 18

Colors: Wild orchid

Materials: Wool blend knit, with partially recycled materials

Main characteristics:

  • Generous stretch
  • Crew neckline
  • Shoulders down
  • Ribbed finishing
  • Short cut

Ideal for: being bold… gently

Gigi Hadid stepped out in a red cardigan and top, so chic. Now you can steal her look for a fraction of the price! Cotton On’s fluffy cardigan costs just under $60.

So easy to throw on and go, you’ll want to wear this cute cardigan everywhere. From the stores to the school collection to the tundra that is your office, this plush choice is about to become your new best friend.

If red is a little too bold for your taste, this cardigan is also available in tassel, soft pink and porcelain directly from Cotton On.

Sizes: 2XS to 2XL

Colors: Red

Materials: 50% recycled polyester

Main characteristics:

  • Shoulder down
  • Mid-length
  • side by side
  • Long sleeves
  • Seam detail on upper body
  • Ribbed button placket, cuffs and hem

Sabrina Button-Cuff Knit Sweater

from $89.99 at The Iconic

Best for: A Carrie Bradshaw-approved choice

Style icon Sarah Jessica Parker can do no wrong. THE And Just like that The star dazzles on set in a sky blue knit (probably cashmere) in the Big Apple. Copy its look for less with this pick from The Iconic. With cute buttons on the sleeves, it’s just what your wardrobe has been waiting for.

It’s also available in Forever New’s Curve range, which includes carefully curated pieces for sizes 16 to 22. This darling blue knit promises to hug your curves in all the right places, no matter the size.

Sizes: XXS to XL

Colors: Blue

Materials: 60% Polyester, 32% Acrylic, 5% Wool, 3% Elastane

Main characteristics:

  • Regular fit
  • Soft knit construction
  • V-neck
  • Long sleeves with buttoned cuffs
  • Pull-on style

Also available at:

Annie Oversized Cable Knit Cardigan

from $79.99 at The Iconic

Best for: looking cool while staying warm

Blake Lively is known for her unique style. THE The Age of Adaline The star said: “I’ve never used a stylist because I love them too much.”

We also love her style and had to find an oversized button-down cardigan to copy her look above. So chic and effortless, Blake gives a hot and super cool look with her denim, boyfriend-style knit cardigan and long hair.

This pick on Amazon is a close runner-up. Its oversized chunky knit look is perfect for layering and staying warm when the temperature drops.

Sizes: 6 to 18

Colors: Cream

Materials: 50% Recycled Polyester, 30% Polyester & 20% Acrylic

Main characteristics:

  • Soft cable knit fabric; partially recycled
  • V-neck
  • Long sleeves
  • Buttoned front

WHICH BRAND OFFERS THE BEST KNITTES?

There are many great brands of knitwear that can be purchased in Australia. We chose the brands above – Aere, Forever New, Cotton On and Atmos&Here – because they sit at the intersection of affordability and quality. And they also make the best knitwear that you’ll want to wear again and again – hello sustainability!

WHICH BRAND OFFERS THE BEST CARDIGANS?

Cardigans can be purchased at stores like Myer, The Iconic, Forever New and even Amazon AU. As for which brands are best, it depends on what you’re looking for. Trenery and Country Road, for example, often offer slimmer, more refined cardigans. Gorman has bright, bold and fun cardigans. And Nude Lucy never disappoints with styles that stand out.