Best knitted loungewear: update your casual collection with this season’s chicest, cosiest knits
LOUNGEWEAR: has a trend ever been so unexpected and yet so brilliantly versatile?
Searches for loungewear nearly broke the internet in 2020, and if you’re a big fan of keeping it cosy and comfy at home then good news: we’re happy to say this trend is definitely here to stay this year, with a whole new wintry outlook to get on board with this season.
With dark mornings and colder days upon us, there are some essential updates to make to your at-home collection right now; and knitted loungewear is one of the best ways to add a little luxury while you’re kicking about indoors.
Higher-end fabrics like pure cashmere and wool are great investments to make, adding an elevated feel to your assortment of jerseys and joggers as well as being perfect to mix and match when your outfit requires a little more polish. Think knitted co-ords like cashmere cardigans and woolly sweaters teamed with separates from your wardrobe for a chic dressed-down vibe.
As well as the obvious insulating benefits, knitted loungewear is great for adding texture, too. Now that our usual workwear wardrobes are being reimagined for the home, the temptation to get into full-on trackie mode is very real—but by adding beautifully tactile pieces, you’ll add a sense of luxury and bring some depth to your more casual staples. Take that, trackie bottoms!
With so much out there, we thought we’d whittle down the options and bring you the very best knitted loungewear pieces available to shop now. Take a look at our knit hits below…
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1. Best luxury investment: State Cashmere’s Pure Cashmere Crewneck Jumper and Jogger Pants
- (AD) State Cashmere 100% Pure Cashmere Crewneck Jumper, from £91.61 at Amazon – buy here
- (AD) State Cashmere 100% Pure Cashmere Jogger Pants with Pockets, from £91.61 at Amazon – buy here
Founded in New York in 2017, luxury cashmere brand State Cashmere works directly with shepherds from Inner Mongolia in order to help their businesses thrive: all part of its mission to democratize luxury fashion.
Crafted from 100% pure and sustainable Mongolian cashmere, each piece is seasonless, enabling lifetime wear with proper care: perfect if you’re looking to make more eco-friendly shopping choices this year.
We’re loving this elegant co-ord featuring a high rise, circular knit jogger and pull-on crew neck jumper. They’re sold separately too—ideal if you want to size up on the sweater for extra laidback vibes.
2. Best on a budget: Crazy Girls’ Chunky Knitted 2 Piece Tracksuit
- (AD) Crazy Girls Chunky Knitted High Roll Neck Top Bottom Loungewear 2 Piece Set Tracksuit, £21.99 from Amazon – buy here
If you’re looking for a co-ord that’s friendly on the purse strings, this two-piece set by Crazy Girls more than delivers.
Available in a range of colours, we’ve opted for stone here, which has a super-sophisticated feel to it and is perfectly versatile for teaming with other items from your wardrobe.
Featuring a fine knit roll neck jumper and rib cuffed joggers, reviews are mixed but plenty of shoppers are happy, with one saying: “Really impressed with this: the quality it good and it fits really well.”
3. Best alternative to joggers: New Look’s Grey Ribbed Knit Wide Leg Trousers
- Grey Ribbed Knit Wide Leg Trousers, £11.99 (was £19.99) from New Look – buy here
Knitted trousers can often be limited to jogger styles with elasticated cuffs, so we were really pleased to stumble across New Look’s knitted wide leg trousers.
Made from a ribbed knit fabric, the wide leg is ultra-flattering, while the high elasticated waist keeps things suitably comfortable.
Even better, these cosy trousers can be paired with a matching knitted wrap top for the chicest of WFH looks.
4. Best staple: New Look’s Cream Fine Knit Ribbed Hem Hoodie
- Cream Fine Knit Ribbed Hem Hoodie, £17.24 (was £22.99) from New Look – buy here
New Look strikes again!
When shopping for the best knitted loungewear, a sumptuously soft hoodie is an absolute must—and what could be better than this cute drawstring number in cream?
Made from a soft fine knit, this is perfect for adding a warm layer to your attire whether at home or out and about.
Featuring a hooded neckline and toggle detail, wear it with a pair of joggers for absolute comfort, or make like New Look and team it with a high-shine pair of vinyl leggings for the sleekest of off-duty looks.
5. Best elevated co-ord: Mango’s Knit Jogger-style Trousers and Belt Knit Cardigan
- Knit jogger-style trousers, £35.99 from Mango – buy here
- Belt knit cardigan, £35.99 from Mango – buy here
Mango never fails to deliver on impeccably stylish basics, and its new collection of loungewear is definitely worth a browse.
The brand has really taken knitted loungewear to a new level of sophisticated this season. We’re absolutely in love with this belted cardigan which boasts an elegant dropped-shoulder design that feels refined and elevated.
Meanwhile, the matching joggers have a thick cable knit finish that’s a little more structured than other ribbed joggers you’ll find—ideal if you want more coverage and extra cosiness!
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