Sweaters

Designers from Rag & Bone, Phillip Lim, and mainstay favorites like Madewell and J.Crew all showed a covetable crop of knits for Spring '12. Since we're not exactly going sleeveless at this point, these cool iterations are just the thing to keep the chill at bay for early Spring. From open knits with sportier edge to neoprene-injected pullovers, we've rounded up the absolute best sweaters for the season. Some are investments that might forever change your sweater collection, others are smart buys with a trendier skew. Just click to shop your perfect sweater for Spring.

The tricky part of the Winter-to-Spring transition is that we're still not officially in warm-weather territory. We may be shedding some layers, but we're certainly not ready to pack all of it away. Dresses still require something a little extra before heading out in the chill — and that's where we come in. Since we're dying to show off our pretty frocks, we're making styling them for the early Spring a no-brainer with 10 effortless dress and sweater combos. Some are sportier renditions, others sexier, but we promise — there's a look in here for everyone. We put all the pieces together for you — just click through to shop a few of our favorite ways to layer up our dresses right now.

Jessica Alba always dresses daughters Honor and Haven in teeny chic style, and their Dec. 18 outing in LA was no exception. Honor sported the cutest Tea Collection poncho we've ever seen, inspiring us to track it down (it's on sale!), along with four other cute pullovers for your fashionable lil one. Keep clicking to check them out!

>> This season, skip the ironic reindeer sweater and go for gorgeous instead. From safety-pinned snowflakes to sequined lightning bolts, these glammed-up knits toe the line between chic and cheeky — without sacrificing an ounce of style. Shop them all now.

While we may be gearing up to hit the holiday party circuit in our sequined-embellished ensembles, we're equally excited to catch some downtime at home, bundled up in our comfiest loungewear layers. To offset the glitz and glam attire with something a little more relaxed, we've compiled our 15 favorite pieces for keeping a low holiday profile. Whether you're channeling Nanook of the North or just don't feel like putting on "real clothes," these plush cable knits, sherpa-lined slippers, and pretty pajamas should keep you at the top of your off-duty game. Click through to see and shop our low-key holiday hangout picks.

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Inevitably, the obligatory ugly sweater party shows up on our holiday party itinerary every Winter. This year, we're revamping the tradition with a selection of much-cuter knits. Instead of the crazy old embellishments, Fair Isle gone horribly wrong, or Santa's face stretched onto a chubby wool sweater, we've scoured the market for some of the most adorable, unconventional popovers to cuddle up in this season. Our favorite animal faces, cheeky expressions, and sweet prints adorn this batch of standout sweaters that also happen to make some pretty perfect gifts. Click through to shop our editors' picks for yourself — then score a couple of great gifts for the loved ones on your list.

Staying warm just got a lot sweeter thanks to the adorable mohair sweaters cropping up this season. In the luxest, softest angora, each of these pieces lends the ultimate in chic Winter wardrobe additions, from Vanessa Bruno's seasonal Fair Isle to a cozy powder blue version from Madewell. If you haven't got yourself a fuzzy popover or a snuggly mohair cardigan, you'll want to click through — this sweater is the epitome of cuddle-up-by-the-fire perfection, and furthers the interest of your everyday look with its begging-to-be-touched texture. We've culled the market for our favorites, all you have to do is shop. Step inside for all the cozy goodness.

It's that time — when all things cozy and comfortable have unmatched appeal. In an effort to keep even our knitwear as chic as possible (without compromising on comfort), we've scoured our favorite stores for the cold-weather essentials we'll need for the month ahead. Admittedly, some pieces aren't so basic — a little Fair Isle, a few stripes, or a bit of sheer here and there to add interest to Winter-perfect gray sweaters, chunky cardigans, and even skirts. As for the necessary elements, you'll find that we haven't skimped on comfy bottoms with stylish (yes, stylish) sweats and fleece-lined leggings. Just click through for a few of our favorite seasonal necessities, then shop to bundle up as comfortably and stylishly as possible.

The chilly wind is telling us it's officially sweater weather. To tout the season, we culled 10 super-cute ski sweaters fitting for the streets, or your next ski trip. Pair them with leather leggings or corduroys for a cozy look, or if you're feeling extra feminine, style them with a cute midi skirt and booties. Click the slideshow to shop our favorite picks from Free People, Opening Ceremony, and Adam now.

Photo courtesy of the L’Officiel