The Best Thin Turtlenecks for Layering Sans Bulk

A thin turtleneck sweater is one of those underrated fashion essentials that goes a surprisingly long way for your wardrobe—especially when it comes to layering. Whether you wear one under a dress, tank, light sweater, or simply with a jacket, they have the ability to instantly make anything look fall-ready, without adding extra bulk. Plus, if (like me) you don’t have a lot of “neck” to work with, or simply don’t like the feel of a turtleneck, a mock-neck does the trick as well.

So, since layering time is officially in full effect, today we thought we’d round up the best for you to buy now and wear for months to come. From simple black styles to ruched and ruffled versions, we’ve got at least something for every style type and budget—though we highly recommend snagging more than just one.

Shop our picks below!

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Since starting as an intern back in 2013, Nicole Akhtarzad Eshaghpour has held several roles here at Who What Wear, and she is currently Editor-at-Large. It was a less expected route, seeing as she was graduating from business school at USC when this all began, but it has turned out to be the best one for her. Fast-forward to 2020, and she's moved to NYC from her hometown of Beverly Hills and spends her workdays a little differently from when she was an intern starting out. Currently, she focuses on a weekly mélange of shopping content. As far as her personal style goes, she's largely drawn to classic pieces and neutral basics but will always make an exception for something colorful, printed, or bejeweled as long as it's deemed worthy enough. After all, the only thing she loves more than a good party is dressing up for one. On weekdays, she can usually be found at home eating something delicious for dinner and trying to force her husband to watch 90 Day Fiancé.