In the '80s, they were comfy and slouchy, bright geometric patterns adorning the knits. In 2022, they are stately staples. And by "they," we mean Sweater dresses. Made of knit or crocheted fabric, a Sweater Dress is the silhouette of the season. They've come a long way in the past decades, with styles evolving into more modern takes. Turtlenecks, maxis, long sleeves, tanks—sweater dress potential knows no bounds.

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While they may have previously been thought to be merely itchy pullovers, this preconceived notion is being eradicated. We see this in Staud's eclectically color-blocked cardigan dress or Ramy Brook's simple and effortless black number. Designers are playing with bouclés, cable knits, and thick wools to texturize their own takes on the style. And in case you are wondering if a sweater dress is too casual, well, it's not. Yes, there are dresses like Golden Goose's that embrace a streetwear casual, but there are also some like Chloe's graduated striped maxi that bring an elegance with them. Once again, there is a sweater dress for everyone, and we are not complaining. As the temperatures begin to nose-dive, we are loving any reason to surround ourselves with just a little extra warmth.

So take some time to snuggle up and select a style for a cozy fit to get you through the seasonal shivers to come. And if you need some help narrowing it down, we've got you covered with 17 of the best sweater dresses on the market today.