We’re Fashion Editors With Very High Standards—8 Wool Jumpers We’ll Always Recommend

Stepping out in winter and being confronted with blistering weather and darkened skies can only mean one thing—it’s time to invest in one of the best wool jumpers. These are pieces made of sumptuous yarn that wrap around you like a warm hug and envelop you in dollops of softness.

For the uninitiated, a wool jumper is a specific garment style that refers to a piece that’s made from natural fibres derived mainly from sheep. The most luxurious type of wool is merino, a fine and soft variant that’s both moisture-wicking and thermal-regulating. While cashmere, angora and mohair are other types of notable knitwear, they’re technically not wool, though they are commonly woven together to create a blend.

Where wool jumpers excel is in their ability to provide a layer of elegance tailored to the tastes of anyone who wears one. Incredibly versatile and premium in appearance, these are styles that can be slipped on over a sleek satin blouse as easily as they’re thrown on over a lace-trimmed camisole, making them a true workhorse in any well-edited wardrobe.

This season, wool jumpers have once again reclaimed their rightful spot as a high rotation item. Paired solo with black pleated trousers or teamed with straight-leg jeans and a boxy blazer, these are styles that not only shield you from the harsh elements, but also elevate any ensemble thanks to their buttery fabric and cosy exterior.

As this piece is a true staple amid cooler months, it also means that both high-street stores and designer boutiques are inundated with wool jumpers vying for your attention. That being said, you shouldn’t be expected to be a walking Rolodex of knowledge about which exact wool jumper is the best.

In fact, that’s where we come in. In an effort to ensure you’re as well-versed in the latest products of notes and launches worth adding to your closet as our shopping experts, Who What Wear UK fashion editors flocked to stores and raided their own jumper arsenal to determine which styles were really worth it. From modern classics like COS’s funnel-neck style to new favourites including With Nothing Underneath’s beloved and snug Cornwall jumper, keep scrolling through for the very best wool jumpers to shop now and love forever.

The 8 Best Wool Jumpers to Shop

• The Overall Best Wool Jumper: COS Chunky Funnel-Neck Wool Jumper, £95
• The Best Designer Wool Jumper: The Row Ophelia Oversized Wool and Cashmere Sweater, £1440
• The Best High-Street Wool Jumper: H&M Cashmere-Blend Jumper, £130
• The Best Wool Jumper For Petites: Reformation March Regenerative Wool Cropped Turtleneck, £198
• The Best Oversized Wool Jumper: & Other Stories Oversized Turtleneck Wool Jumper£97

1. Reformation March Regenerative Wool Cropped Turtleneck

Style Notes: As a brand that’s beloved by It girls the world over, it should come as no surprise that Reformation’s knitwear has garnered a legion of followers for its cool cuts and sleek colours. Whilst there are many styles to choose from, I was drawn towards this delicately cropped turtleneck as a solution for days when I’m seeking an anything-but-boring basic. With slightly billowing sleeves and drop shoulders that sit right on the bicep, this style ever so gently grazes the hip bones, which will serve both petite and taller frames, and rides up just underneath the chin. As someone who is truly of average height, I didn’t find the cropped element of the jumper a hindering factor, as it didn’t really seem clipped short on my torso. Because of this, I really enjoyed how easy it was to tuck into the top of my trousers, as I sometimes find other lengths too bulky to style in this manner. My favourite thing about the style, however, was the fact that it is made from 100% traceable and regenerative wool that’s ethically grown at certified farms. Striking a balance between style and sustainability has never been more achievable.

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2. COS Chunky Funnel-Neck Wool Jumper

Style Notes: After being put onto the COS Chunky Funnel-Neck Wool Jumper by so many of my chic colleagues, I was immediately drawn to the style, thinking it would become a cornerstone of my winter wardrobe. How right they were, as the moment this oversized piece slid over my figure, I instantly felt the need to have it as part of my collection. I’m wearing a large here, which is bigger than what I’d usually reach for, but I felt the baggy shape really exuded a cooler and comfortable take on wool jumpers compared to other styles that I own. Whilst they’re a little more figure-hugging, this roomy piece not only allowed for a more strategic approach to layering, but also carried a luxurious air as it reminds me of styles you’d find stocked at The Row and Toteme. (Albiet at a fraction of the price.) It’s also effortlessly elegant, meaning that I can style up with polished razor-sharp pants or dress down with a dainty skirt and not worry about having to adjust any other element of my look to compensate. The fabric doesn’t drown me, but it is still a considerable quality that brings a soft structure to any outfit. The durability and heavyweight quality make this a style I know I’ll reach for year after year.

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3. With Nothing Underneath Cornwall Jumper

Style Notes: For Who What Wear UK's news writer, Natalie Munroe, no better style merits the title of best wool jumper than With Nothing Underneath's Cornwall jumper. As fluid and comforting as the coastal town it derives its name from, she tells me that the style has "very quickly become one of my most-reached-for knits." As she continues, "between the chunky design, the long-line cut and the slouchy fit, it’s one of the most comfortable pieces I own, while the striking shade lends it an elevated energy that sees it style well with my wider winter wardrobe."

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4. Mango V-Neck Wool Sweater

Style Notes: To me, there’s nothing more subtly sensual than a V-neck. As writer Liana Satenstein pointed out in her fashion substack Neverworns, “it’s the most vulnerable, nasty of cuts!”. Regardless of your own opinion on the shape, it’s hard to disagree that the plunging neckline leaves quite a bit of valuable real estate that’s always so essential during wintertime. This is a period where thermals and base layers are a prerequisite, so why not embrace showing them off ever so gently through this tapered neckline? This Mango option proves that point entirely, with the chunky fabric offset by the revealed décolletage that opens you up to so many possibilities. Do you layer a humble crewneck white t-shirt underneath? Or add on a beaded necklace to further accentuate this area. Either way, it’s a style that can really do so much to transform your look.

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5. & Other Stories Cropped Turtleneck Jumper

Style Notes: As both Cameron Diaz in The Holiday and Billy Crystal from When Harry Met Sally prove, a white, woollen winter jumper is such a staple. This piece from & Other Stories is actually part wool, part cotton, which gave the shape a really slouchy feel but made the fabric super soft and breathable. It didn’t feel too hefty when wearing, but the rounded sleeves and drooping shape did add a slightly voluminous feeling to my shape. While this might not be a concern for everyone, I did want to note this as I felt it would be a challenge to wear under trench coats or bigger jackets without feeling like I was Matt LeBlanc in that one episode from Friends where he wears all of Matthew Perry’s clothes. In a way, this did make it slightly more transitional than other styles. I do think a wool jumper should be more streamlined, but it didn’t totally dissuade me from picking it up. To me, this is the perfect errands jumper that can be worn with low-slung jeans and loafers when running to grab a morning coffee or a style I’d layer when running to the movie theatres. For the price point, I do think you can get quite a lot of mileage out of it, I just want to caution that in person, the piece can feel quite spacious.

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6. Rise & Fall Cashmere Merino V-Neck Jumper

Style Notes: When it comes to having an impressive hoard of jumpers, Who What Wear UK acting fashion editor Sophie Robyn Watson is someone who fits that bill completely. "Since this Rise & Fall jumper fell into my lap, I haven't stopped wearing it," she It works perfectly for office looks, teamed with classic black trousers, loafers or ballet flats. Off-duty and at home, it drapes over my favourite joggers and shearling slippers with ease. Composed of a merino and cashmere mix, it's gentle on the skin and acts like a big, soft, warm hug. The medium grey tone is super easy to style with my existing capsule wardrobe. I sized up to a Large (I go between a UK10 and UK12 typically), as I wanted a relaxed fit. The high V-neck is a chic touch, and still allows for your favourite white tee to peek through. It comes in seven other colours, too! It's a real staple, and something I can't gate-keep any longer.

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7. & Other Stories Oversized Turtleneck Wool Jumper

Style Notes: The beauty of wool jumpers is that they cloak the torso in a sheath of opulent material. Like how satin can make you appear more put-together and sophisticated purely because of the richness of the fabric, this silhouette has precisely the same effect. This & Other Stories style encapsulates this down to very way they’re stitched together. This style will tug at the heartstrings of anyone who prefers their garments to be generously sized but still feel like the majority of their body is cloaked in something really rich and refined. Because of the classy essence of the piece, this really requires little thought when styling. From the slit in the back of the neck to the ample length that gathers around the top of the thigh, this is a piece that really is the quintessential wool jumper. Look up the phrase in the dictionary and you’ll see a photo of this style reflected back.

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8. H&M Cashmere-Blend Jumper

Style Notes: As Who What Wear UK senior shopping editor Marina Avraam puts it, this H&M jumper is a great alternative for those who adore The Row's Ophelia jumper, but find the price of it outside of their reach. "A best-selling style for a reason," she tells me. "Despite it being labelled as cashmere, the style is actually 90% wool, which means it certainly qualifies for the title of best wool jumper, even with the slightly misleading title," she adds. "I could honestly wear this piece for days. Wool certainly is a fabric that is naturally deodorising, so this very well could be a possibility. I mean this to say that the comfort level and chic nature of this style make it one of the most reached-for pieces in my wardrobe. Styling it with everything from pinstripe trousers and kitten-heel boots to slouchier wide-leg trousers and trainers, you need not every worry about how classy you look in this style because the piece does a lot of the heavy lifting for you."

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How We Tested

As fashion editors who regularly purvey the market, we tested and tried the best wool jumpers by scouring new season launches, revisiting old favourites and re-wearing trusty styles that have already made their way into our own wardrobes to crown what we wholeheartedly believe to be the best wool jumpers. Factoring these pieces on price, breathability, comfort, warmth-level and weight, these are the recommendations we entirely endorse and would repurchase again.

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