Best Autumn Argyle Knits: Perfect for Simple Looks

Emma Caldwell
October 9, 2026

Knitted garments are the perfect ally for autumn/winter. And although they are increasingly offering more possibilities in terms of prints, fabrics, colors, and patterns, there are classics that never fail. One of them is Argyle Knits. You’ve been seeing them your whole life. Your grandmother wore them, your mother wore them, and you wore them when you were a girl. Now they have returned (and with more strength than ever).

Perhaps their terminology sounds elegant, but it will sound more familiar if I tell you ‘diamond-knit sweaters‘. This garment is the new bet of French fashion designers who have revived its history to reclaim the prominence that winter fashion had stolen from it.

This FW 2026-2027 season has become a key piece when wearing it with your favorite jeans and skirts. Moreover, one thing in its favor is that it adapts to all styles. You will find from the most striking prints that are perfect for maximalist girls to others more discreet for the lovers of capsule wardrobes.

The Best Argyle Knits of the Season


COS alpaca sweater, 129 euros.

COS alpaca sweater, 129 euros. Personally, what I like about this type of knitwear is that it brings a youthful and very preppy vibe that remains sophisticated. It’s a capsule wardrobe piece that you’ll get more use out of than you think. Therefore, it’s an investment.


Black and brown Cortefiel sweater, 69.99 euros.

Black and brown Cortefiel sweater, 69.99 euros. It’s one of my favorites. It’s understated, elegant, and restores the classic Argyle essence from a very discreet perspective. You’ll reach for it when you don’t know what to wear. And since it never goes out of style, it will stay in your wardrobe for years.


Massimo Dutti color-block sweater, 89.95 euros.

Massimo Dutti color-block sweater, 89.95 euros. You’ll see it and feel the instant crush. It’s the color pop your simple looks need. Moreover, it pairs perfectly with your usual jeans, with knit skirts, or with tailored pants if you’re after a touch of elegance without hassle.


Lion of Porches wool sweater with a diamond pattern, 119.99 euros.

Lion of Porches wool sweater with a diamond pattern, 119.99 euros. It combines the best of both worlds (and that’s why it’s a hit wherever it goes). It’s elegant, discreet, and has a modern touch, so it will be your best ally with jeans and tailored pants.


Mango gray and brown sweater, 29.99 euros.

Mango gray and brown sweater, 29.99 euros. It’s one of the best in terms of price-quality. It has a classic pattern with a modern twist, eye-catching and very current. Pair it with a pleated skirt or with jeans and stilettos. You’ll wow wherever you go.


Pull&Bear diamond-pattern V-neck sweater, 29.99 euros.

Pull&Bear diamond-pattern V-neck sweater, 29.99 euros. It’s one of my favorites because it’s minimalist, discreet, and perfect to wear with black or white jeans if you’re after a brighter touch. Plus, you can wear it alone or over a shirt.

Emma Caldwell
Emma Caldwell
I’m Clara Desrosiers, a writer and fashion editor based in Toronto. I founded Backdoor Toronto to explore the intersection of fashion, identity, and culture through honest storytelling. My work is driven by curiosity, community, and a love for the creative pulse that defines this city.