Because I live in Canada, sweater-weather is approximately nine months out of the year. As a side effect, I’ve gotten pretty good at shopping for sweaters and knowing what fabrics are going to last. Here’s my rundown of the best places to pick up an affordable cozy knit this season, so you’re ready for anything.
Let’s talk about fibres first. I love wool, cashmere, and even silk-blend sweaters because they have antimicrobial properties, keep their warmth even when wet, and just feel luxurious (I’m a sucker). There are still downsides though! They can shrink easily in the wash, they tend to be more expensive, and some people can be allergic. Acrylic is a popular synthetic alternative. These affordable sweaters keep their shape and are very resilient to wear-and-tear. Fleece is also making a big comeback this season, both natural and synthetic. All this to say, don’t be shy about going fishing for the composition tag while shopping.
An honourable mention goes to places like Marshalls, TJ Maxx, and Winners, that don’t have online shopping but have huge amounts of high-quality sweaters at great prices. As fun as it is to shop for new things, many of my favourites sweaters are second-hand! Good quality lasts and thrift stores are a great place to scout out a unique sweater. If it needs a little love, just pick up a sweater pill-shaver and you may be surprised how fresh it looks. To extend the life of your sweaters, be sure to follow practical laundry tips like these ones on how to store, wash, and mend your knits.
The Best Sweaters This Season
Want to add a few sweaters to your rotation this season? Check out my shortlist on where to find quality affordable knits!
- By Andrea
- November 11, 2018
- Fashion Tips
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I travel a lot for business and love sharing my tips. I'm obsessed with French expressions, English puns, and packing the perfect carry-on.
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Hi, my name is Andrea and I'm an entrepreneur and content creator. I'm obsessed with packing light without sacrificing an ounce of style. Follow my adventures as I share my tips for curating the perfect travel capsule wardrobe that fits in a carry-on!
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2 Replies to “The Best Sweaters This Season”
mnahun
Thanks for these great suggestions Andrea! Do you know if Uniqlo Canada offers online shopping?
Andrea[ Post Author ]
I believe they do, but you need to use their app to order online since their Canadian website doesn’t have eCommerce yet. It may be easier to wait until your next visit to Toronto or Vancouver, sigh.