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It’s cozy season! If you’ve been practically living in sweats for the past few weeks, so have we. The sub-zero temperatures are an invitation to cozy up, lounge around and wear whatever feels good. If you’ve been indulging in a few extra treats lately, we feel you there, too!
But when the time comes to leave the house, whether by choice or out of necessity, you want to be fully prepared with outfits that make you look and feel your best. Comfy sweaters can be flattering if done correctly, particularly via stretchy materials, lengthening designs and patterns and even certain colors.
If you want to rock a cozy sweater that (visually) shaves off a few pounds, read on! We gathered some of the comfiest, classiest sweaters that are secretly slimming, particularly around the midsection — also known as a “trouble area” for many of Us. These picks start at just $13!
1. Classy act: Hey there, professional princess! This top has a dynamic v-neckline with a lapel style. It’s seriously one of a kind — originally $37, now $28!
2. Ribbed knit: A loose fit, deep ribbed knit material and an ultra-stretchy feel are just a few highlights of this everyday sweater — $20!
3. New favorite: You won’t want to wear anything other than this block stripe sweater. The plunging design will make your entire torso look longer — $35!
4. East Coast: If you want to look like you own a home in the Hamptons, check out this crewneck sweater with contrasting hems and sleeve cuffs — $35!
5. Turtleneck sweater: This isn’t just any turtleneck sweater. This cable-knit find is fitted, layering beautifully underneath cardigans, denim jackets and trench coats — $36!
6. Simple, not boring: Accent buttons are a trendy feature we can’t get enough of. This sweater has a heathered look that gives it a casual flair — $20!
7. Steal alert: Lightweight is key with this soft knit sweater top. You can wear it with just about anything in your closet for winter, spring and beyond — originally $23, now $20!
8. Crochet knit: No, not your grandma’s crocheting. This everyday crochet sweater hides any lumps or bumps with its color block style — $43!
9. Boutique look: Everyone will think you paid hundreds for this loose hollow knit sweater. There are dozens of colors to choose from, too — $39!
10. Layering staple: If you love lantern sleeves, you’ll love this ribbed knit sweater that doesn’t go overboard. It’s 68% off right now — originally $41, now $13!
11. Expensive queen: You don’t have to spend half your paycheck to look expensive. This country club-style cable knit top is dressy and chic — $30!
12. Loose and lightweight: Calling all the comfort connoisseur fashionistas! You’ll feel like you’re wearing pajamas when you rock this wrap sweater with a surplice neckline — $40!
13. Center of attention: Even if you don’t grab this blouse in hot pink, you’ll still be the star of the show. It has pleated sleeves and ribbed knit material — $30!
14. Upper class: Everything about this cable knit sweater screams ‘wealthy’. An acrylic and rayon blend makes it extra stretchy — $34!
15. Everyday outfit: Casual yet sophisticated, this waffle knit top is as cozy as it gets. It’s loose and lightweight with ribbed hems and a round neckline — $40!
