10 irresistible white knit sweaters to add to cart now

I have a confession: I have no control when it comes to buying white knit sweaters. I probably own more than enough to last me a lifetime (a cashmere crewneck, a varsity-style cable knit, an oversized boxy-cut turtleneck — to name a few), but when another good one crosses my path, I can’t seem to say no. And I know I’m not the only one.

My colleague Katherine summed it up perfectly: It is the autumnal equivalent of a great white T-shirt, a perennial favourite that never lets you down. Whether you’re cosying up on the couch, apple-picking with family or going out on a date, a white knit sweater is the perfect foundational layer to throw on no matter the occasion.

Now that fall is officially (well, almost) here, I’m already thinking about welcoming a new addition to my collection. From flattering cut-outs to embellished details, here are 13 of the best white (off-white, cream and ecru also count) knit sweaters on the market right now.

Reformation sweater, $298, thereformation.com

If Daphne Bridgerton lived in the 21st century, we would imagine she’d be wearing this bow-adorned open-back sweater with blue jeans at an afternoon tea with her closest friends.

Sea sweater, $525, matchesfashion.com

This frilly, eyelet-collared sweater is for the romantic at heart.

Ba&Sh sweater, $385, ba-sh.com

This balloon-sleeved sweater is basically business in the front, party in the back. (Note the bejewelled buttons.)

MM6 Margiela sweater, $570, matchesfashion.com

Featuring split-side hems tied together with dainty ribbons, this relaxed wool-blend sweater was made for Sunday strolls at the farmers’ market.

J.Crew sweater, $194, jcrew.com

No one does a cashmere crewneck better than all-American brand J.Crew.

LL.Bean sweater, $79, llbean.ca

You can never do wrong with a timeless fisherman’s sweater. Just Google Harry Burns or Chris Evans in a sweater to reignite your love for them.

Garage sweater, $35, garageclothing.com

Pair this cropped silhouette with a high-waisted skirt or jeans for a cool, casual look.

Canada Goose sweater, $450, canadagoose.com

Wear this super soft Merino wool hoodie on its own or layer it under a puffy vest. A little fall hiking, anyone?

Oak and Fort sweater, $68, oakandfort.com

Pair this crossover knit sweater with silky pyjama pants for a cosy at-home #ootd or faux leather pants for an edgy day-to-night look.

Sézane sweater, $140, sezane.com

Talk about versatility: You can wear it as a cardigan with the V-neck in the front or as a jumper with the delicate pearl buttons down the back.

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