Investment-Worthy Knitwear Brands
With the rise of the “quiet luxury” trend, investment-worthy and ultra-luxe knitwear is hotter than ever before.
And why not? Investing in the highest quality knitwear is an amazing way to build a reliable capsule wardrobe filled with timeless pieces you can style in countless ways. And incredible knits aren’t just for the colder months, you know—they’re great for layering and lounging in year-round.
From cozy pullovers to structural cardigans, high-quality knitwear is one of the chicest (and comfiest) wardrobe investments. And if you’re not sure where to start, we’ve got you covered—literally—with our favorite investment-worthy knitwear brands below.
Khaite Knitwear
Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein, New York City-based brand Khaite has an impeccable (and TikTok-famous) collection of elevated knitwear. From festive fair isle prints and oversized collars to indulgent cashmere in luxe neutral tones, the brand’s knitwear collection has just about everything your sweater collection could need. And with a heavy focus on craftsmanship, quality, and elevated materials, you’ll certainly find that the brand’s pieces are worth the price tag.
The Row Knitwear
The Row is so synonymous with chic, understated luxury that you might not even know that it was founded by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Pretty iconic. In any case, The Row is most famous for its incredible tailoring, luxurious materials (like fine merino wool and cashmere), and pared-back silhouettes. Add the ultimate cool-girl brand to your collection in the form of one of their mega-popular V-neck sweaters or relaxed cardigans—they’ll last forever, and you’ll wear them again and again and again. Trust us on this one.
Ganni Knitwear
As much as we love those aforementioned neutrals by Khaite and The Row, there’s something to be said about statement pieces with playful pops of color, prints, and graphics. Enter: Cult-favorite Copenhagen-based brand, Ganni. Known for unconventional silhouettes and a Scandinavian-inspired point of view, Ganni’s knitwear selection is statement-making, sophisticated, and cool. Some pieces are a nod to the ‘90s—like collared rugby-style sweaters and knit vests—while others are decisively “right now.” Plus, the price point is chef’s kiss.
Loewe Knitwear
Fun fact: Loewe has seen the highest growth of any luxury brand on The RealReal—and while the Spanish brand’s most searched items are consistently its iconic leather handbags, don’t sleep on the sweaters. Under the current creative direction of J.W. Anderson, Loewe’s knitwear offerings are expertly crafted from luxe materials like mohair, cashmere, gossamer, and silk, using unique, artisanal techniques like hand-crochet and intarsia. The brand’s Anagram style in particular is a viral sensation. Pro tip: Pair yours with some of the brand’s artfully crafted denim.
Toteme Knitwear
Whether it’s from scrolling Instagram or strolling the streets of New York City, odds are, you’re already familiar with Toteme’s cult-favorite coat complete with built-in scarf. But the Swedish fashion house offers so much more than iconic outerwear, with a covetable collection of luxe knitwear in the brand’s signature minimalist aesthetic. It’s no surprise the brand is a fan favorite of the fashion set, with cool-girl, capsule-wardrobe staples you’ll wear on repeat for years to come.
Loro Piana Knitwear
Take one look at Milan-based Loro Piana, and you’ll see that the brand prides itself on producing only the highest quality garments. And that starts with knitwear: Using luxe materials like merino wool, cashmere, and linen, Loro Piana is at the forefront of cozy investment pieces—and claims to be the largest cashmere manufacturer in the world. Even though the brand has over 138 stores worldwide, the resale market for its pieces continues to boom, which makes it possible to snag some of the brand’s signature pieces for more attainable price points.
Some of Loro Piana’s most iconic knits include the ultra-soft “Baby Cashmere” line, crafted with ultra-fine fibers. And don’t sleep on the brand’s intricately designed scarves, chunky and opulent cable-knit pullovers, and of course, the pieces made by hand from vicuña wool—one of the most rare fibers in the world known for its softness and warmth.
Whatever brand here is calling your name, you can’t go wrong when you splurge on investment-worthy knitwear, particularly the kind of pieces you’ll style yourself in—and, most importantly—stay cozy in, for years to come.
