It's So Nearly Sweater Season—18 Lightweight Pairs I'll Be Wearing Until Winter
Fall is finally on the horizon.
We're at the stage of summer where it feels like the stifling heat will never end—and you'll never again feel the chill of a fall breeze on your skin. But difficult as it may be to believe, cooler temperatures are, in fact, on the horizon. It's the weeks in between now and then that are the problem—because how do you dress for fall when it still feels like summer? The answer is lightweight knitwear.
When your favorite graphic T-shirts and cute blouses start to feel repetitive, you'll be yearning for a cozy sweater to mix things up. And current sweater trends lend themself perfectly to that. A light cardigan, a breezy poncho, or a loose-knit crewneck all fall into that category—and all are marked down at Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale.
There's something about a cherry red sweater I find so chic. Buttoned all the way up and layered over a white tee, it feels so effortlessly cool—like an off-duty model.
Stripes are item number one on the fall mood board—and sweaters are a great place to embrace the look. A classic black-and-white style is timeless, while still retaining that trendy quality.
There are only a few weeks each year when you can comfortably wear a short-sleeved sweater. Take full advantage while you can.
This V-neck cardigan is the epitome of casual-cool. Styled with baggy jeans and layered necklaces, it's the perfect easy fall 'fit.
My fall lineup is going to look a lot like this exact sweater, times 10. And with them marked down this cheap, who could blame me?
Yep, you read that right: Merino wool at $60 off.
Quarter-zips have fallen so far out of the zeitgeist, they've looped back around and become cool again. Tucked into a pair of chic trousers, with a posh kitten heel, it's the cute office sweater you never saw coming.
Statement sweater, anyone? This plaid style strikes the perfect note of dark academia glamour.
I've been hoping to update my sweater lineup with a charcoal V-neck with the perfect slouchy fit. Looks like I can officially check this one off the list.
It's hard to make a floor-length cardigan look chic, but Naked Wardrobe has figured it out. Apparently, all it takes is a soft camel shade and a statement jewel.
Everyone needs more leopard print in their life—and that's a hill I will die on. And this sweater just so happens to be $25 off.
After surviving the Great Twee Epidemic of 2011, I never thought I'd find myself recommending a Peter Pan collar—in a professional setting, nonetheless. But this posh little sweater is proof of why the look is making a comeback—it really is just so cute.
Madewell can always be trusted to churn out a great comfy knit. This crew neck may be simple, but you'll end up wearing it weekly for that reason.
This fun little striped sweater is currently on sale for $41. You might as well just buy two.
Picture this cute little cardigan with a pair of loose-fit jeans and ballet flats. It's the perfect amount of whimsy for the everyday wardrobe.
I'm just going to say it: No one makes sweaters like COS. Every single design is unfailingly soft, but still lightweight, and with the perfect oversized fit.
All my coolest friends (read: chic New York City influencers) have been embracing the beach poncho this summer. And honestly, I'm feeling pretty influenced myself.
A loose, off-the-shoulder fit is a great play for an unseasonably warm day. In classic black, the wide-neck detail gives a slouchy sweater a more polished feel.
