Stylish Women Across Europe Have Revived This
As winter descends upon us, I think it's safe to say that knitwear season is well and truly here. The temperature has dropped and practicality has taken over, with layering up becoming a priority when it comes to getting dressed every morning. In winter, I often find It’s easy to become stuck in a rut of rotating the same outfits, purely for comfort and ease, but this season I’m trying to get one step ahead and build up an array of go-to pieces that keep me warm and look chic at the same time.
A fair isle knit is one of such piece. Once considered 'dated', recently fair isle knits have been spotted on the autumn/winter 2025 runways (see Altuzarra and Khaite) as well as plenty of stylish European women, proving it’s had a contemporary, very chic, upgrade. In 2025, a fair isle knit feels both nostalgic and refined, and is an easy way to look stylish and put-together without much effort. Whether you wear it with jeans and boots, tucked into a satin slip skirt, or layered over a dress, the fair isle knit is a failsafe option on those days when comfort is key.
With my newfound love of fair isle knits front of mind, I decided to round up the best fair isle pieces available right now. I'll certainly be investing in one or two (or three…) myself. Keep cosy out there!
Shop the Best Fair Isle Knits for Winter 2025:
The Best Fair Isle Knits Under £150:
ZARA
Jacquard Knit Jumper
Blue and grey is a favourite colour combo of mine.
Massimo Dutti
100% Wool Jacquard Knit Sweater
Such a good price for 100% wool.
COS
Fair Isle Wool-Cashmere Jumper
& Other Stories
Oversized Mohair-Blend Jumper
I love the oversized shape.
Don't be afraid to take inspo and style with another print.
ZARA
Jacquard Brushed Effect Knit Jumper
hush
Brushed Fairisle Jumper With Mohair
The White Company
Blurred Fair Isle Jumper With Alpaca
Brown and white is such a chic combo.
The Best Fair Isle Knits Under £300:
Jigsaw
Halo Cashmere Fairisle Jumper
I love the contrasting tones.
Sézane's knitwear is some of my favourite.
Barbour
Lorrie Funnel-Neck Jumper
Treat khaki as a neutral when it comes to styling.
With Nothing Underneath
Chamonix Jumper: Wool, Multi
This feel like a modern version of the timeless classic print.
AllSaints
Tara Wool Blend Jumper
I want this entire outfit.
Jigsaw
Fairisle Silk Trim Cardigan
Reformation
Fabian Crew Sweater
My wishlist for Reformation's knitwear is getting longer.
ME+EM
Fair Isle Knit + Snood
Grey and soft pink is another insanely chic colour combo.
The Best Fair Isle Knits Under £600:
FRAME
Fair Isle Alpaca-Blend Sweater
This went straight to the top of my wishlist.
Staud
Zane Fair Isle Wool-Blend Sweater
Veronica Beard
Anne Fair Isle Wool-Blend Sweater
For those that prefer something a bit brighter.
MARANT ÉTOILE
Natania Brushed Fair Isle Intarsia-Knit Sweater
Leave it to Isabel Marant to make a statement.
RÓHE
Cropped Fair Isle Wool Sweater
And to Róhe for something a bit more understated.
FRAME
Fair Isle Cashmere Top
Wear alone or layer over a long-sleeve top.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Fair Isle Wool and Cashmere Sweater
Ralph Lauren perfect classic styles.
DÔEN
Clarke Fair Isle Wool-Blend Cardigan
