On a cold day in November, a super super-chunky pullover or cardigan holds a special place in our hearts, but if a sophisticated, more put-together look is what you're going for (say for a dinner date or the office), it's not exactly the sweater I'd suggest grabbing for. Instead, I'd choose a sculpted cardigan every single time. They're elegant, elevated, and majorly trending ahead of 2025. And I'm not the only person who thinks so.
On Sofia Richie Grainge: Chanel bag; Bottega Veneta shoes
Sofia Richie Grainge was spotted over the weekend leaving The Bird Streets Club in West Hollywood wearing a long-line sculpted cardigan in charcoal gray, proving my point that fitted silhouettes make for the most elite knits. To complement her sweater, she added a pair of classic black jeans, a black Chanel bag with gold hardware, and purple Bottega Veneta pumps that added the perfect pop of color to her easy, chic ensemble.
With Blake Lively, Elsa Hosk, Katie Holmes, and more celebrities all also backing waist-nipping cardigans, there's no doubt in my mind that, with winter fast approaching, the sleek silhouette will reach its highest high yet in the world of fashion. Get ahead of the trend by shopping the best options below.
Shop sculpted cardigans:
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Sorry to My Classic Black Shoes, But This Printed Shoe Trend Is Defining Fall 2025Spotted on fashion people in Venice, NYC, and Copenhagen.
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Old Navy Just Launched Its New Fall Handbag Collection—and It Looks RichSoft faux suedes and sophisticated silhouettes.
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I Live in Murray Hill—Here Are the 8 Places I Like to Shop for a Fashionable Fall ClosetStylish sweaters and suedes ahead.
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Sambas Aren't "Out," But If You Want to Wear Them in 2025, You Should Style Them Like ThisFresh and elegant.
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I Just Spent Hours Scrolling Saks—25 of the Chicest Pieces I'm Eyeing for FallMy September wish list.
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What to Buy for Fall If You Don't Want to Regret It Next Year (or the Year After)Investments only.
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The Top 10 Things to Buy This September If You Want Cooler Outfits and More ComplimentsFall is in full swing.
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France Is a Mindset—7 Parisian-Chic Outfits I'm Wearing This Fall in NYCElevated basics and monochromatic ensembles.
