Despite the dark nights and cold mornings, AW is the time for ultimate expression when it comes to your choice of attire.

The need to stay warm breeds a multitude of clothing options- and whether it be a layering piece or a statement style of its own, the right choice of knitwear will be your most cherished wardrobe essential for the coming season.

So we saw it only fitting to showcase our latest brands, as part of a cold-weather-inspired knitwear edit, handpicking the very best pieces to keep you suitably styled throughout AW.

Explore our exclusive picks from our Need For Knitwear edit and shop the entire collection now available at OPUMO:

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YMC Ocean Blue Crewneck Sweater

Whether AW tempts you in to making statements with a touch of colour or you are just looking for a block knitwear piece, this Crewneck Sweater from YMC is the ideal choice. The ultimate winter warmer, the insatiably soft 100% pure wool exterior ensures the Sweater offers both style and sensibility; with the relaxed fit and midweight nature of the jumper making it the ultimate wardrobe essential. Whereas proceeding seasons have been defined by their contrasting colours and patterns, this is all about contrasting textures; so match up this soft YMC Sweater with a chunky wool bomber such as the Oliver Spencer Navy Bermondsey Bomber Jacket. 

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Wood Wood Pepper Grey Shetland Wool Sweater

Offering a versatile, premium alternative to classic grey sweaters, this Pepper Grey Sweater from Wood Wood is crafted in the brand’s signature minimalist aesthetic. This Danish-designed piece is made from extra fine Shetland wool giving the garment a warm touch and a contemporary style- meaning that it can be easily styled across a range of smart and casual looks. Simply match up with a slim-line trouser and under shirt for a more formal appeal or alternatively, compliment with a simple dark grey trouser and premium sneaker for a refined take on sophisticated streetwear.

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Oliver Spencer Navy Ripple Stitch Crew Sweater

Banish your winter blues, wear Navy. The most versatile colour of the season, Navy, has never looked so good courtesy of the Oliver Spencer Ripple Crew Sweater. Made from a sumptuous fine merino wool that beautifully enhances the luxurious deep blue aesthetic, the thick horizontal ribbing across the exterior ensures a cosy feel, making it ideal for cold weather wear. A simple crewneck and ribbed cuff detailing refines the Sweater as a superior fitting silhouette - creating a style that will defy trends for a truly timeless appeal.

The entire Knitwear Edit is available now at OPUMO.