Right now, my wish list is bursting at the seams, full of all the items in which I'd love to invest. What makes up most of said list, however, is one type of clothing in particular - knitwear. As temperatures feel like they've severely plummeted and Dry Jan has made us appreciate a night on the sofa more than ever, great knitwear has become less of a luxury and more a necessity. But not just any knit will do - I'm looking for a trifecta of comfort, sophistication and modernity. Most recently, only one knit has seriously made me rethink my January budget: the Marks & Spencer Cloud-Yarn Relaxed Collared Knitted Jacket, £39.50.
The cosy knitted jacket is crafted from cloud-yarn (known as a soft heavyweight material to most of us) that drapes without adding too much bulk - which is exactly what you're looking for if you're wanting to layer a jacket or puffer coat on top. The high neckline and zip-through design offers a casual, polished feel, and makes it the ultimate antidote to chilly mornings (or afternoons for that matter).
Shop: M&S Knitted Jacket
M&S www.marksandspencer.com
This new-in knitted jacket from M&S has all the cosy features we're looking for this winter. With a zip-up front, collared neckline you can pull all the way up and pockets at the waist, the jumper will keep you warm on even the iciest of commutes.
Available in two colours – oatmeal and mid grey – style the slightly darker shade over a black fine-knit roll neck for a tonal layering moment, just add tailored trousers and pointed black boots and you're good to go. The oatmeal style acts as the perfect neutral canvas for some fun colourful accessories, so pair it with gold chunky jewellery, dark denim jeans and a vibrant scarf - may we suggest one of the triangle scarves absolutely everyone is wearing? Ultimately, whichever colour you opt for, the jumper will do the heavy lifting for you.
It's no wonder M&S is at the top of the knitwear game; it understands what we actually want - practicality, easy styling and a knit for less than £40 with a quality that feels like it could easily be £100. If you're looking to add to your January wish list, this M&S knitted jacket should be at the top.
Shop: More Colours Of The Knitted Jacket
M&S www.marksandspencer.com
The same knitted jacket also comes in one other colour, this gorgeous mid grey.
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Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia, where she tracks down viral pieces and is as comfortable navigating the M&S new-in page as she is dissecting the latest celebrity look - yes, she can tell you exactly where a specific coat is from. When not writing, shopping or scrolling Instagram (find hers here), Gemma will likely be dreaming up her next holiday (and what she's going to wear).