The humble cable-knit sweater has become a wardrobe must-have in recent years, thanks to its versatility and timeless style. It doesn’t matter whether you’re in the middle of the chilly season or looking to jump on new season style trends, nothing is better than throwing on a nice warm cable knit sweater, some stylish trousers and a good pair of loafers.
The perfect transitional piece, cable-knit jumpers not only keep you warm but offer layering opportunities, meaning you can dress them up or down. However, finding the perfect knit that’s never going to go out of style is trickier than you might imagine. Material composition, construction, cut, and fit are just as important as style (if not more), but thankfully there is an answer. We’ve put together a list that will make deciding on the best cable-knit sweaters that much easier. Featuring everything from classics to chunky numbers all the way to V-neck that you’ll wear again and again. So without any further delay let’s jump into the list.
How Man of Many Chose This List of Best Cable-Knit Sweaters for Men
This list of best men’s cable-knit sweaters for men was selected through extensive research across verticals and categories. Focusing on key elements surrounding, price, versatility and comfort, the jumpers displayed are the best representation of the market in Australia, along with some international offerings thrown in. The sweaters have been separated and highlighted based on the specific market differentiators, so while the Aime Leon Dore pull-over might be the best designer option, it’s not for everyone.
Best Cable-Knit Sweaters for Men
- Best Overall: Polo Ralph Lauren
- Best Designer Sweater: Acne Studios
- Best Value for Money: JW Anderson
- Best Quality Cable-Knit Sweater: Woolrich
1. Polo Ralph Lauren
You could hardly say it’s a surprise, but sitting at the pointy end of our list of best cable-knit sweaters is the classic Polo Ralph Lauren knitted sweatshirt. A staple amongst the blue-collar and stylish, the construction is impeccable, the cut is timeless and with a range of colours available we promise there’s one to fit your palette. Made from 100% Better Cotton, we love the rounded neck, ribbed cuffs, and hem for added structure. Like most cable knits on this list, it’s a timeless piece so plain trousers and a classic choice of footwear would put this outfit together very well.
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2. Woolrich
Another brand that’s sat at the top of the cable-knit sweater tree for decades is Woolrich. Their classic sweater range is often made in Italian and features a 100% wool construction. While they don’t have the colour palette of Polo available, a choice of brown or black should suffice for professionals. We appreciate the true-to-size fit with a relaxed cut that’s perfect for layering. In the colder months, long sleeves, ribbed cuffs, and hem add both structure and texture. This would be our choice for pairing with darker denim and a pair of laced leather shoes.
3. RAG & BONE
There’s a theme running here – classic is best – and Rag & Bone knows how to elevate the classics from simple to timeless. Their range of cable-knit sweaters and jumpers offer all the hallmarks of a quality piece, 100% cotton materials, structured fit, and quality construction that often go hand in hand with a piece at this price point. Colourways are reduced to cream hues, but the comfort levels and chunky cut are enough to work solo or layered over a collared shirt.
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4. Nanushka
The Nanushka cable-knit jumper is made with an organic cotton blend that’s 70% Cotton and 30% polyamide. This product helps support organic farming practices. The cable-knit jumper is available in a beige colourway. It features a round neck with ribbed detailing and long sleeves.
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5. Acne Studios
The Acne Studios cable-knit jumper features a beige cashmere-cotton blend. That’s 55% wool, 22% cashmere, 14% acrylic fiber, 6% nylon and 3% cotton. This cable-knit jumper features a rounded neck and long sleeves along with ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem.
6. AURALEE
Auralee’s mock-neck sweater is crafted in Japan, it is knitted with thick cables of insulating wool and alpaca blend. That’s 80% wool and 20% alpaca. The thick cables are flecked with contrasting threads of tonal-brown and white wool and alpaca-blend. It is also available in brown or off-white. Auralee’s mock-neck sweater features a dropped shoulder seam and is designed for a relaxed fit and fits true to size. However, it is recommended that those who are between sizes should take the smaller size.
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7. R.M. Williams Bulla Cable Sweat
The R.M. Williams Bulla Cable Sweater is crafted with a wool blend, that is 80% Lambswool and 20% Nylon. This sweater features a ribbed crew neck, long sleeves and ribbed cuffs and hem. The fully-fashioned construction also features an all-over cable knit design that is effortlessly styled with jeans or fitted chinos. The R.M. Williams Bulla Cable Sweater is available in Cream Brown and Black and is the perfect addition to your new-season wardrobe.
8. Telfar
Telfar cable knit logo jumper is made in Italy. It is knitted with a creamy beige wool-cashmere blend. That’s 90% wool and 10% cashmere. This cable knit features a logo print on the front along with a crew neck and long sleeves. This piece fits true to size and is cut for a loose fit. It is finished with a ribbed hem and cuffs.
9. Aime Leon Dore
The Aime Leon Dore Greek Fisherman Sweater is made from a cotton blend of 75% Cotton and 25% Acrylic. This Fisherman cable knit is available in a Cream or a Red colourway. The cable knit features a ribbed neck, ribbed sleeve cuffs as well as a ribbed waistband for added style and structure.
10. JW Anderson
JW Anderson’s logo-print cable knit jumper is spun from 100% merino wool. This chunky cable knit jumper features a yellow colourway and displays an oversized JW Anderson logo in a contrasting hue of pink to the front, assuring an impactful signature look. This cable knit features a crew neck along with drop shoulders and long sleeves. The knit is completed with ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem for added style and structure. The JW Anderson’s logo-print cable knit jumper is also a unisex piece but it is graded in standard men’s sizing.
11. Five CM
Five CM’s cable-knit sleeveless V-neck vest not only fits true to size but is purposefully cut for an oversized fit. The cable-knit V-neck vest is 100% Acrylic and features a white colourway. It also features a ribbed-knit edge and V-neck with a straight hem for structural as well as aesthetic reasons.
Things to Consider For Men’s Cable-Knit Sweater
- Materials – cable-knit sweaters are meant to be comfortable and warm, which is why we believe the best ones are made from wool. Wool, while not the easiest to clean, is a material that is breathable and super warm.
- Fit – When it comes to choosing the right fit, it all comes down to what you prefer. The worst thing you can do is get a sweater that is too tight – they’re meant to be comfortable and easy to move around in. A well-fitted sweater is one that is tight enough to hold its shape but doesn’t droop.
- Brands – It’s no surprise that brands are also what we look at when deciding what makes a good sweater. Brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren and Woolrich have staked their claim on the fashion staple for years, so it’s little wonder they are among the best cable-knit sweaters on the market.
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General FAQs
Our list is filled with some of the best quality cable-knit sweaters for men, but the best would have to be the Polo Ralph Lauren cable knit knitted sweatshirt.
Most of the cable-knit sweaters on our list offer great value for money, as you can practically throw them on and wear them with anything. The Five CM cable-knit V-neck vest and the R.M. Williams Bulla Cable Sweater are good examples of this as they will pretty much go with anything plus they are made with good quality material.
Yes, you can easily layer a cable-knit sweater. whether you choose to layer it on top of a t-shirt, a polo or even underneath a jacket. You can easily layer a cable-knit sweater.
