Of all the winter items trending at the moment, I think my favourite has to be one of the most humble I've spotted for a few years now. Void of flashy colours or extravagant designs, this season all I'm pining for is a simple (you could argue "boring") grey cardigan. 2024's new-season grey cardigans vary from light grey tones to dark slate, but most I've seen feature a classic crew-neck cut and fall to the top of the hip for a fresh and modern finish. What surprised me most was just how many cardigans I found like this when I started looking, and all the best styles seemed to come from the high street. From H&M to Arket and Zara to & Other Stories, every affordable brand has its version—all you need to do is choose your favourite.
Whilst I'm yet to learn the origin of hers, I did spot Hailey Bieber styling the simple wardrobe staple at a basketball game in L.A., just as I was contemplating buying one for myself. A sign? She wore hers with light-wash jeans, a grey baseball cap and black kitten heels, completing the casual outfit with a leather trench coat to match with best friend Kendall Jenner.
The grey colour trend has been on the rise this season for its easy-to-style nature and outfit-elevating abilities. Styling well with wintery hues such as black, white, silver and all shades of denim, the frosty colour has become a go-to amongst celebrities and influencers alike. Whilst grey cardigans look chic styled with blue denim and a white tee, the new-season trend comes into its own when worn with a black leather midi skirt or a structured wool skirt. Complete the fresh ensemble with grey wool tights and sleek kitten heels for a new-season look you'll wear on repeat.
Read on to shop the best grey cardigans on the high street. If it's good enough for Hailey Bieber…
SHOP GREY CARDIGANS:
Style over a white tee to keep your outfit looking and feeling fresh.
Wear buttoned-up during winter and draped open as it gets warmer.
Layer with coordinating grey shades or style with a light cream base.
This classic cashmere cardigan comes in six other colours.
A grey cardigan and leather skirt pairing is a match made in heaven.
I love the pinched-waist silhouette of this crew-neck cardigan.
This luxurious knit will keep you snuggly underneath a thick coat in the winter.
This comes in ten other colours including red and black.
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