The Top 12 Australian Knitwear Brands you need to know in 2022

The Top 12 Australian Knitwear Brands you need to know in 2022

A round-up of the knits that you will be living in 24/7.

Dressing up to brave the cold during sweater weather is a joyful experience of layering up and showing off our style. We can’t wait to revive our winter wardrobe in clean-cut knits, from high-street to high-end. There’s no such thing as having too much in our knitwear edit. Let’s get cozy during this chilly season with these ultra-comfy and extremely trusty brands. Knitwear is unparalleled next to puffer jackets and trench coats because it’s multifaceted, as it keeps us warm all while emulating summertime clothes. 

KITX

Step into the future of fabrics with naturally derived fibers, which are biodegradable and recyclable. KITX has become every Aussie’s must-have knitwear. The environmentally-friendly brand is founded by Kit Willow. With 455K followers, the brand excels at delivering garments that suit anyone’s style from animal prints to natural tones. All in all the pieces are minimal with a classic style that’s very wearable. We will wear them for many seasons to come because they last long and can be effortlessly slipped on to elevate our everyday edit. Not to mention the garments are quite affordable and leave us free to move in the finest fabrics be it pure cashmere or merino wool, knitted in Melbourne, cut and sewn in Sydney. The main Initiative is having minimal impact on people and the planet. We love letting our wild side roam free by emerging in this bold eco-friendly Act Now Polo. It’s crafted from sumptuously soft cashmere and naturally organic silk. Tapping in fashion’s latest leopard print obsession, this KITX sweater showcases iconic leopard spots atop a sumptuously soft silk and cashmere backdrop.

Zulu and Zephyr

Although a clear step away from the brand’s signature beachwear creations the knitted pieces will be recognized by loyal followers thanks to their inherently timeless and very feminine aesthetic. Day-to-dark pieces always make worthy investments for high-quality, neutral basics. Zulu and zephyr is a chic brand that appeals to the modern woman aesthetic no wonder every influencer stroll around the city in it. Even though the design is simple in silhouette and subtle in hue, the luxuriant line promises to be one of the most versatile additions to our knitwear collection. It was founded by the dynamic duo, two sisters Candice and Carla Rose in 2012 with a directional approach to everyday style. Minimalist thanks to its classic knit design it embodies the playful wearability of the shore-inspired brand to deliver a beachy-vibe all year round. We love the quietly alluring Sheer Knitted Top in white. 

Christopher Esber

World-renowned Aussie designer Christopher Esber is known for graceful gowns that are every inch luxurious. Hence, many ultra-famous celebrities such as Zendaya and Emily Ratajowski wore those time-intensive signature pieces. However, his brand has some new Avante-Garde knitted garments that are inspired by neo-gothic silhouettes and neoclassical art, resulting in a relaxed fit that’s also equally as classic as can be. The unfussy contemporary take on an unfaltering classic is what makes his brand so iconic. The juxtaposition of hues and extrapolation of feminine and masculine makes the collection so poetic and artistic. Christopher Esber seamlessly blends an unconventional dichotomy to dressing that transcends traditional fashion and we’re here for it. All of his creations are ethereal, whimsical, and just out of this world. Honorable mention goes to the lambada sands oversized knit sweater crafted from a luxuriant cashmere wool blend.

Trenery

Time to refresh our knitwear edit with Trenery’s elevated basics! The sumptuously soft knits boast easy-wearing appeal and can be thrown on at a moment’s notice. For instance, the camel textured rib pullover will surely elevate our everyday style. All of the brand’s pieces have the perfect combination of fashion and function. There’s not only loungewear but also knitwear, taking us from breakfast at home with family to brunch outside with friends. 

Jac + Jack 

Jac + Jack has become one of Australia’s most loved labels, as it received a wide range of followers and for good reason. The brand creates numerous pieces to match various styles. The appeal of the brand is the pared-back design that lends itself to a myriad of outfits. Tapping into the penchant for neutral and vibrant tones alike. The brand creates seasonless must-have unique knit pieces crafted from sumptuously soft merino wool. Each minimalist piece ensures off-duty comfort with its relaxed silhouettes. We’re here for the sorbet-toned acid apple dura sweater that we’ll be strolling around the city in. The pastel aesthetic springs joy is something worthwhile any time of the year and not just in spring and summer. 

Elka Collective 

Melbourne-based label Elka Collective creates cold weather cornerstones on account of its plush collection construction. Bear witness to a harmonious union of cotton and cashmere each time we slip on these heavenly pieces. The sumptuously soft knits are seasonless and timeless, carrying us all year round, year after year. From sweaters to dresses. We particularly love the Lois knit cardi in oat marle that we’ll still be fashionable for decades to come. 

Friend of Audrey

The Audrey Hepburn-inspired brand, Friend of Audrey has received a cult following with the motive to create iconic wardrobe staples we can rely on time and time again. The promising brand carries the weight of its prominent name with a profoundly perennial quality and classic style. Each ensemble features an effortlessly polished silhouette and timeless style we can rely on. Friend of Audrey has built a relatively refined brand that solely focuses on creating a contemporary capsule collection for the modern woman. Whether we’re heading out for brunch in the city or working from home, the brand’s pieces offer wearability and versatility. The regal Lissiman cable knit wool jumper in ecru offers a major impact and massive abundance that will withstand the test of time. 

Aaizel

The Melbourne-based brand Aaizel has instantly gained momentum with its delicate knitwear that transcends ephemeral seasonal trends. Aaizel is dedicated to not only designing seamless pieces that are easy to slip on at a moment’s notice but also utilizing sustainable deadstock fabric to create simple staples that seamlessly slot into any curated wardrobe. Next to soft, foundational knitted pieces, the Australian brand creates blouses, blazers, skirts, and trousers in unconventional, asymmetrical designs and traditional, neutral hues that pair well with everything. The romantic aesthetic is seriously sultry and seamlessly sophisticated. Party-ready designs are something we have come to expect of Aaizel, yet each iteration from the coveted brand can spark intrigue differently. We love showing off the figure-hugging design of the rafia stripe two-tone mini dress that leaves nothing to the imagination. 

Lady Kate

Ladt Kate is founded by Penny Ashby who is a fourth-generation woolgrower. She grew up just fully surrounded by rich, renewable merino wool, resulting in her design education that she took to developing her brand. Her designs are a perfect combination of comfort and style. All of her knits are exquisitely crafted from super-soft merino wool, which epitomizes the brand’s commitment to high-quality design. The lifestyle brand has even joined in on the #buyfromthebush campaign to support the Australian bushfires that have occurred. One of the brand’s bestsellers is the cable knit roll neck jumper in oatmeal.

Gary Bigeni 

The Australian designer Gary Bigeni is well-known for his focus on eco-friendly, sustainable fabrics. He creates masterpieces because he sees fashion as wearable art. Each knit piece delivers a contemporary update on a classic silhouette. The key to modern styling with luxury basics is to add playful tones and joyful designs. The kat turtle neck top multi is simply irresistible! Not just because of the spritely multicolored gumball candy hues but also because of the nostalgia it brings. 

Woolerina 

Woolerina features designs that are inundated with playful glamour. The brand handcrafts using classic tailoring and the finest Australian merino wool. Take the beautifully soft women’s long sleeve turtleneck AW22. It’ll brighten up the dullest of days. Take-notice sustainable knitwear is still the mood for Spring/Summer 2022. Woolerina is an expert at picking unexpected hues from its broad color palette and using it to elevate the classic silhouette. 

Wolfgang Scout

At the heart of Wolfgang Scout is its signature merino piece. Each jumper is light enough to lend a hint of warmth on cold mornings, brisk evenings, and layers seamlessly beneath outerwear, too. The brand’s knitwear is masterfully designed in Australia and meticulously handcrafted in India from the world’s finest fabric that is soft Australian Merino wool. Wolgang Scout’s elevated wardrobe is designed with timelessness in mind, as each jumper takes 40 hours to make. The sustainable brand creates versatile pieces from sweaters to vests for trans-seasonal months. Honorable mention goes to the handknit shadow grid tee in mint green that took over 50 hours to craft.