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1. A lightweight flowy longline shawl that you can toss on over LITERALLY ANYTHING for a bit of extra warmth and a lot of added drama.
It's available in one size that typically fits sizes XS–3XL.
Promising review: "This piece is every bit as soft and flowy as you could want it. I bought the gray and black. Love it. The material is a fine woven rayon, not the plastic-y artificial chiffon you so often find. Cool, breathable, and feather-light. Highly recommend." —Jan Brady!
Get it from. Amazon for $22.99+ (available in one size and in a variety of colors/prints).
2. A flannel plaid shacket to live out your full autumnal agenda in a versatile layering piece that adds warmth (but not too much) and was basically made for apple cider sipping and pumpkin patch adventures.
Reviewers say this runs large so, depending on the type of fit you're going for, you may want to order a size down.
Promising review: "Super cute and oversized for pairing with any outfit. Got the green for St. Patrick’s day then ordered black because I loved it so much. Large was super comfy and cute with a black bodysuit under it!" —Lindsey Daniels
Get it from Amazon for $25.49 (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 12 colors/styles).
3. A daisy-covered cardigan for cozying up basically any outfit with a punch of color and Y2K flair.
Reviewers who typically wear sizes S–L seemed to have success with this "one size" cardi.
Promising review: "This is so much nicer than I expected. It's very warm and very soft. I was honestly expecting it to be very thin and rough like most knit sweaters and I was pleasantly surprised that it was quite the opposite! And its complete coverage! No holes that show your undershirt!" —Yahari
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in one size and seven colors).
4. A printed longline button-up duster so you don't get sweater fatigue before temps even really dip down. Layer this over your favorite jeans and a cami, but be warned — you WILL get noticed.
5. A slouchy shrug sweater because sometimes you want your shoulders covered without adding a knit tail to the ensemble.
Get it from Target for $24 (available in sizes XXS–4X and in two colors).
6. A button-down cropped corduroy shacket that's the easy-going layer autumnal dreams are made of with its cozy feel and relaxed fit.
Promising review: "This is officially my new favorite jacket! I dress it up and dress it down all the time since it's so soft and comfortable. I wear it in the office almost every day, on dates, and running errands. It's so comfortable and I have gotten so many compliments on it. I will be buying more colors :)" —Ivy
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and in 17 colors).
7. A zip-up rib knit hoodie with front kangaroo pockets to upgrade your college sweatshirt with an option that's equally comfortable yet much more chic.
Many reviewers say this style runs big, so if you want a more fitted look consider ordering a size down.
Promising review: "I needed a jacket to wear at work over my scrub top that wasn’t too thin or too bulky but still kept me warm. This jacket is perfect! The material is heavier than I expected but I actually prefer it! Very soft and comfortable. 10/10 would buy in another color!" —J.H
Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in sizes S–XL and in 21 colors).
8. A button-up oversized blazer for a lightweight layer that'll keep you warm enough without feeling like you're a kid on Halloween being forced to cover up their costume with a coat. This chic addition isn't hiding your outfit, it's adding to it.
Promising review: "Fantastic quality blazer! I get compliments whenever I wear it! I’m about 5’4” and it hits me below the hip about one-quarter way down to my knee. It’s made of a nice, thick material. Great for transitioning into fall or spring. My only gripe is that the front pockets are fake (they don’t open) but I’m used to that on women’s clothes at this point so this blazer still gets five stars." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $37.50 (available in sizes S–L and in 17 colors).
9. A patchwork cropped crochet cardigan so you can add a quick hit of cozy to any ensemble as you navigate these warm, summer-like afternoons turned chilly, fall-like evenings.
10. Or a knitted tie-front cardigan with floral embroidery if this trending silhouette has taken over your feed, and you're realizing resistance is futile.
Get it from Cider for $26 (available in sizes XXS–4XL and in green or beige).
11. A boyfriend-fit vegan leather blazer because it's everything to love about a leather jacket in an updated silhouette that feels more baddie than biker.
Get it from American Eagle for $79.95 (available in sizes XS–L).
12. A cable knit embroidered cardigan that you'll be living in for the next...*checks calendar*...eight months or so. It's all the old-school charm of a standard grandpa cardi with punches of color that make it feel anything but dated.
13. An open-front blanket shawl to bring all your cloak-wearing fantasies to life with a supremely cozy layer that exists in the sweet spot between blanket and showstopper. And it's reversible, so you get two great looks in one!
Promising review: "I love this poncho. Quality of material is good. Love the colors. I purchased this for a trip. I wanted something lightweight, not bulky but would keep me warm on cool nights. It also doubles as a blanket when I am watching TV. I machine wash it, put in the dryer, and it still looks good." —Damian Perez
Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in 38 styles).
14. Or a chic cape blazer for a more polished take on this free-flowing topper that you can easily wear on or off the clock.
15. A classic button-up cardigan so, when all else fails, you have a go-with-everything staple to turn to when temperatures drop that'll look good and remain relevant season after season.
FYI — this is included in Prime Try Before You Buy so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
Promising review: "I have purchased three of these sweaters and love them. I tend to shove the sleeves up once in a while and it always stretches the cuffs out of shape. But not on these sweaters. They are great." —Sherry D.
Get it from Amazon for $21.80+ (available in sizes XS–6X and in 27 colors).
16. Or a lightweight longline button-up cardigan if you like your layers with a butt-covering trail of knit goodness. Plus, that high-low hem just adds a bit of extra oomph to a timeless basic.
Promising review: "This is a perfect sweater for the times when you need something light for a cool temperature. Not a freezing cold temperature but if there’s a cool breeze or an air-conditioned building. I love that it has pockets! I have three of these sweaters and ordered one for a friend’s birthday. Highly recommended." —Susan Barnes
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and 17 colors).
17. A split colorblock blazer because I bet you could be wearing a potato sack underneath and still enjoy constant compliments.
Promising review: "This blazer is just perfect. It’s one of the first things I bought from Eloquii and I was sold. The fabric is so high quality and it’s very well made. I get more compliments on this than just about anything else I wear." —Momany
Get it from Eloquii for $89.97 (originally $149.95; available in sizes 14–28 and in two colors).
18. An asymmetric velvet cardigan that's everything a regular sweater is and more with its tiered ruffle hem. Plenty of reviewers have also used it for fantasy costumes, so look at it as an investment in your future Halloween ensemble that you'll actually wear in the off season, too.
19. A high-quality merino wool cardigan with a slightly cropped hem to make the everyday experience of slipping into your favorite sweater a luxurious one. Let's savor the small stuff, right?
20. A double-breasted peacoat so you don't have to go running straight for your plain black puffer jacket. You two will be seeing plenty of each other in a few months, so enjoy the in-between time with this lighter alternative that comes in a ton of fun colors!
21. An oversized cat cardigan because donning this *purrr-fect* print is the quickest route to cute known to humankind. (It's a fact — look it up!)
Promising review: "If you’re contemplating getting this, just buy it. This sat in my cart for ages, and I finally caved since it’s close to fall. It’s terribly soft, and fits great. Usually I’m a medium, but I got the large because I like the baggy or 'grandma' look so says my partner. I’m glad I did because if I had gotten a smaller size, the sleeves would’ve been too short. So probably go a size up. Seriously adorable if you like that cottagecore look, or if you simply want to wear it with leggings and a shirt underneath. Very versatile in my opinion." —Diana
Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in sizes M–XL and in two colors).
22. Plus, this V-neck graphic print cardigan if you recoil at the thought of dulling down your punchy 'fit with something that could even be remotely described as plain.
Promising review: "I love love love this. I work at a school and all the kids and fellow teachers loved it too. They said it reminded them of Toy Story. It’s so soft, fits so well, and so so cute. I’m obsessed with it." —Fungus Amungus
Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in sizes Large Plus–3XL Plus and in seven styles).
23. A flowy poppy print cardigan that'll add a seasonal refresh to your go-to summer looks without adding a whole lot of bulk.
North Boheme is a family-run shop hand-making gorgeous, flowy cardigans out of Québec, Canada.
Promising review: "My favorite shop for cover-ups! I have purchased from a couple of others and the quality just is not as good. The Poppies print is so pretty and made in such a soft fabric. Really lovely!" —sgau16
Get it from North Boheme on Etsy for $40.66 (one size fits most; measurements available in the product description).