It wouldn’t be Christmas without a sprinkling of festive knitwear.
Sporting a cosy pullover in a jolly design is a surefire way to brighten any Yuletide celebrations. All you need to do is picture Mark Darcy in Bridget Jones Diary to know what I’m talking about.
For a style that you’ll wear year after year, go for a timeless design that has a touch of vintage appeal - think Fair Isle, classic Christmas motifs (Santa, Rudolph, snowmen, and snowflakes, we’re looking at you), and the never-changing colour palette of reds, greens, and navys.
If you’re a Crimbo-enthusiast who loves the festive season as much as Buddy the Elf, don’t be afraid to build your collection so you can wear them on rotation throughout December to amp up the Christmas spirit in the run up to the big day.
Whether it’s a stylish intarsia knit for your daughter or a nostalgic option for your dad, we’ve put together a selection of jumpers that will see you through the season in style.
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Ganni Intarsia Organic Wool Sweater
Intarsia-knitted with the cult-favourite brand name, Ganni, front and centre, this jumper is a purchase that will look great worn on Christmas day and beyond - think Sophia Loren ski-chic for outfits that will work once the festivities are over.
Crafted from organic cotton with a relaxed fit and mottled trims, it’s a style that will still be comfortable after one too many mince pies. ’Tis the ski-son, after all.
Buy now £185.50, Net-A-Porter
Fat Face Glencoe Reindeer Crew Neck Jumper
Get into the spirit with Fat Face’s reindeer design. A classic option that looks like it could have been lovingly knitted by your own Grandma, it’s the perfect Christmas day jumper that’s full of nostalgic charm.
Buy now £49.50, Fat Face
Hades Alphabet Knit
British brand Hades handcraft all of its jumpers in Scotland using 100 per cent lambswool for super-cosy knits that will last. Coming in a range of jolly colourways, the brand’s Alphabet collection are perfect for the festive season - just think of Harry and Ron in Harry Potter & The Philosopher’s Stone to see what we mean. The best part? You’ll want to wear it all year round.
Buy now £220.00, Hades
Marks & Spencer Pure Cotton Fair Isle Christmas Jumper
Snowflakes? Check. Reindeers? Check. Fair Isle pattern? Check. Need we say more? Marks & Spencer’s design is full to the brim of classic Crimbo cheer, making for a quintessential Christmas jumper that would bring joy to any celebration.
Buy now £25.00, Marks & Spencer
Toast Seamless Fair Isle Wool Sweater
Super soft and seamless with a relaxed fit, Toast’s Fair Isle jumper is a cosy design that will get you ready to snuggle down for a movie night in front of the fire.
Crafted in Scotland from British-spun wool by a family owned company, this sweater, like the brand’s entire collection, is responsibly produced with longevity, community, and social conscience in mind.
Buy now £195.00, Toast
Whistles Fairisle Zip Nordic-pattern wool-blend jumper
Featuring a stylish Nordic design and a zip-up funnel neck, not only will Whistles’ Fairisle jumper have you channelling Scandi-chic over the season, but will also keep the winter chills at bay on the essential Christmas day walk. Made using a cosy wool-blend, it’s a medium weight sweater that you’ll never want to take off.
Buy now £85.00, Selfridges
The White Company Cotton-Rich Snowflake Jumper
If bright colour isn’t your thing, The White Company has got you covered. A classic style that’s equal parts sophisticated and cheery, the monochrome snowflake is a timeless design with the perfect dash of festive novelty. Crafted using an organic cotton blend with a funnel neck, it’s a cold weather layer you’ll want to wear year after year.
Buy now £98.00, The White Company
Weekday Johan Fair Isle Sweater
Weekday’s oversized jacquard knit sweater will add some colour to the festivities. Designed in oversized silhouette with dropped shoulders and ribbed trims, it’s crafted using over 50 per cent recycled materials for a guilt-free-Christmas-purchase.
Buy now £57.00, Weekday
Ralph Lauren Lunar New Year Polo Bear Jumper
Let’s be honest, we all want to experience a Ralph Lauren Christmas - what better way to do so than with one of the brand’s classic Polo Bear jumpers? In a festive red with an endearing celebrating bear, it’s a lovable design that will bring you a heartwarming Christmas.
Buy now £439.00, Ralph Lauren
