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Summer Knits: The Knitted Tops Everyone’s Wearing For SS26

By Emily Weatherill

As spring moves towards summer, getting dressed becomes a familiar balancing act between staying warm and keeping cool. We crave loftier fabrics and fresh colours but the weather isn’t co-operating. Cool mornings and breezy evenings still call for layers, but it’s time to relinquish heavier knitwear to give way to softer, lighter, brighter pieces. This is where summer knitted tops come into their own. Our edit of refined, breathable styles offer a practical layer of warmth while remaining effortlessly wearable throughout the season ahead.

A model sitting cross legged on the ground wearing a green and white striped knitted tee with a crew neckline, short sleeves, and a brushed textured finish. This Fearne Knit Style is by Saint and Sofia.

A model leaning against the side of a clay pillar wearing a short sleeve crew neck knitted top in grey from Saint and Sofia with black leather shorts and a black leather belt.

What is a Summer Knitted Top?

The ultimate example is our Ariella Baby Tee, a delicate knit designed to bring a pop of colour and softness into your transitional wardrobe. We particularly love the on-trend pink colourway, but there are an array of subtle pastel shades that suit so many skin tones. With its lightweight feel and contemporary fitted silhouette, it works beautifully beneath jackets, when you need an extra layer, or worn alone as temperatures rise. Designed in a luxurious yet lightweight mix of alpaca and wool, these knits stay breathable on warmer days while adding a tactile finish that brings interest to every outfit.

Another seasonal staple is our Fearne Knit Tee, a relaxed crew-neck jumper with a smart stripe design. Crafted from a blend of cotton, linen, wool and silk yarns, the fabric is soft to the touch and lightweight enough for in-between weather while offering a pop of colour that lifts neutral outfits but still bringing essential warmth.

A model wearing a short sleeve beige knitted top with a crew neckline and a pair of brown wide leg trousers with gold button detail at the front. She styles it with a pair of brown slider sandals.

A model standing in front of a clay wall wearing a red, white, and black knitted top with a crew neckline. It's styled here tucked into a pair of cropped denim jeans with loafers.

A model standing in front of a clay wall wearing a baby blue knitted top with short sleeves and a crew neckline. She styles it here tucked into a brown and white polka dot midi skirt with cross over brown suede sliders.

How to Style

What makes these summer knits so versatile is how easily they integrate into everyday styling. For a polished daytime look, pair them with tailored trousers like our Keller Wide Leg Pant. This style in our chocolate colour partnered with the Baby Tee in beige looks effortlessly chic and when finished with the leather slides and a cross-body bag, it feels sharp yet seasonally-appropriate.

For something more off-duty, switch the trousers for a pair of Barrel Leg Jeans. This cropped, rounded cut creates the perfect balance of structure and softness when styled with knitted tops. It’s also the fashion pack’s favourite silhouette. Our new Indigo Denim style works beautifully with the vibrancy of our Baby Tee in pink or Pink Stripe Fearne Knit. The result is a look that feels perfect for the moment: light enough for spring sunshine, warm enough for cooler days – and versatile enough to wear season after season.

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