If there’s one piece to invest in right now, to help transition your wardrobe into the autumn as the weather begins to cool, it’s an of-the-moment cardigan. The perfect layering piece, it’s an investment buy that you’ll pull out again and again over the coming months.
While the September sunshine continues, a hard-working cardigan can easily take the place of a jacket to add some much-needed warmth to your outfits as and when required, before transitioning into an essential layer beneath blazers and coats once temperatures plummet.
But which style is really worth investing in for autumn 2026? Well, tapping into one of this season’s biggest trends for all things heritage, a classic Argyle knit is right up there on our wish list. And we might just have found the perfect option on the high street for only £35.99 at Zara…
Enter the brand’s new-in Argyle Knit Cardigan, which manages to make this timeless knitwear staple feel fresh and modern, while looking super expensive. It’s all in the details, from the polished gold buttons to the chic round neckline and sleek fit.
In elegant shades of grey, white and brown, it’s a beautifully seasonal design that will fit seamlessly into your autumn wardrobe. Wear it over a simple white t-shirt with your favourite blue denim and a pair of chic loafers from now all the way through the autumn and beyond.
As the weather worsens, we also love the idea of wearing it layered over one of this season’s fine knit Henleys in a bright red for added warmth with plenty of cool points.
Of course, as with so many of the high street’s best (and most affordable) pieces, this new-in cardigan is likely to go fast, so we’ll be adding to basket immediately.
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