Best men’s knitwear 2024, from cardigans to spring cotton

As spring turns to summer, knitwear is still a perrennial necessity for the unpredictable British weather. Whether you need a thin knit for a spring day or jumper that will see you through a summer evening once the sun’s gone down, we’ve got options for you.

Finding the right fit for your knitwear is the first step – do you prefer a relaxed look or a more fitted style for layering? Mock neck or crew neck? Boxy or true to size?

Knitwear is the perfect way to inject some personality into your wardrobe this season, so try opting for something out of your comfort zone: whether that’s an oversized fit, a new texture or something with a bold colour. We have gathered a variety of styles so you’ve got lots of options.

Whatever your style, we have been testing a range of knits to find the best options for men this season.

From statement-patterned knits and slogan pieces, to fluffy mohair styles and carbon-negative pullovers, you are sure to find the perfect style.

How we tested

We’ve been building outfits around these knits for months, making sure each and every one is stylish and good value. From more affordable knits to independent British knitwear makers such as Hades and investment pieces, all of these knits come highly recommended.

The best men’s knitwear for 2024:

Best men’s knitwear overall – Colorful Standard oversized merino wool crew: £105, Colorfulstandard.com
Best simple cotton jumper – Benetton v-neck sweater: £49.95, Benetton.com
Best short sleeved cardigan – Hugo crochet cardigan: £169, Johnlewis.com
Best 100 per cent wool knit – Hades David Bowie knit: £230, Hades-shop.co.uk
Best patterned cardigan – AllSaints amore cardigan: £169, Allsaints.com
Best eco knitwear – Sheep Inc. the cable knit: £290, Sheepinc.com