The chill of autumn is in the air, which means it’s finally sweater season! We love a classic pullover or cardigan, but for Fall 2022, we’re focused on the chic and cozy sweater dress.
Available in so many styles, sweater dresses are a super versatile option for colder weather, and can easily be adapted as temperatures continue to drop. Practical, comfortable, and timeless, here are some of our favorite sweater dresses for this season.
Cowl & Turtleneck Sweater Dresses
If you’re looking for a little bit of extra warmth this fall, or like a slouchy, relaxed look, a cowl neck or turtleneck sweater dress is a must for your wardrobe. Like a dress with a built-in scarf, cowl neck sweater dresses can be dressed up or down, and are super easy to accessorize.
We say: keep it simple. The high or slouchy neck gives these looks plenty of detail on their own, so you can go with dainty, simple jewelry.
Two-Piece Sweater Dresses
If your vibe is a little more trendy, or you’re trying to have a Hot Girl Autumn, snag one of these two-piece dress sets! Wear the set together, or mix and match for a unique sweater-weather look. Remember, just because you’re wearing a sweater doesn’t mean you have to only embody cozy vibes. You can totally look sexy in a sweater dress, too.
Wrap Sweater Dresses
We love the look of a relaxed, slouchy sweater dress, but if you like more form-fitting clothes, try a wrap sweater dress. Designed to accentuate your waist and give you a gorgeous silhouette, these dresses are every bit as comfortable as the classic sweater dress, but are easier to style for a more formal event. Bonus: These sweater dresses are even good for work.
Modern & Trendy Sweater Dresses
These aren’t your grandma’s sweater dresses. These trendy, modern sweater dresses feature color blocking, cutouts, mesh, and sheer areas, and bodycon silhouettes that hug the body. If you want a sweater dress to wear to a party, or on a date, these are guaranteed to make a lasting impression.
Tips for Styling Sweater Dresses
Sweater dresses are such a fun fall piece, and they’re super easy to style. Adding just one or two accessories creates a complete look; so much so that the bigger challenge is not over-styling the look. In general, adding any of these pieces to a sweater dress look will be a success, and you’ll definitely be feeling ready for crunchy leaves and pumpkin spice everything.
Boots & Booties
Boots are an obvious autumn essential, and luckily, they go perfectly with sweater dresses. Seriously, you can pair pretty much any boot with a sweater dress and it will look adorable. For a practical everyday look, go with something like a combat boot, or make yourself date-night-ready with a pair of over-the-knee boots.
Accessories
When it comes to adding the final details to your sweater dress look, we like to go with a few simple but impactful pieces versus styling every part of the body. To keep the fall aesthetic going, we love the look of a wide-brim hat. A belt can completely change the look of a loose or slouchy sweater dress, and make it feel elevated. Finally, go for bold, but simple jewelry like a standout gold chain necklace.
Outerwear
Layering is the ultimate fall fashion hack, but when you’re already wearing a sweater (dress) layering becomes a little more complicated. To avoid overheating (unless it’s mid-Winter), stick with a lightweight jacket. To balance the look of your knit ‘fit, choose outerwear in different types of material like vegan leather or suede. Remember, you’ll need to fit the sleeves of your sweater into your outerwear, so consider a vest if you’re wearing something with thick or bell sleeves.
How are you wearing sweater dresses for fall? Show us your outfits on Instagram or TikTok @lulus using #lovelulus and head to our Sweater Shop for more must-have knits!
This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated with new content.
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