The New Knitwear Frontier in 2021

The chunky knitwear of winters past has been kicked like ice under the refrigerator, forgotten and melting with its skinny jeans and felt-brimmed hat counterparts. Not specifically designed to keep you warm, a new wave of knitwear by up-and-coming designers is being embraced to carry you through any season. Discover below the knits you need now, and where to buy them.

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Kepler London

Named after the Earth’s cousin planet, Kepler, this female-owned brand was founded in 2016 by Alexandra Hadjikyriacou and Jaimee Mckenna. Their knitwear is certainly other-worldly, with a unique perspective on ready-to-wear design it’s difficult to choose just one garment.

Where to Buy: http://www.keplerlondon.com/store (Also check stockist page for an extensive list)

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Roberta Einer

Coined under Forbes 30 Under 30, Einer’s designs visibly emulate her hardworking style. The perfect clash of femme and fun, this knitwear speaks for itself to carry you through any occasion, season, and fashionable errand-running of your liking.

Where to buy: https://www.robertaeiner.com (Also check stockist page for an extensive list)

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Rui

Parsons graduate Rui Zhou started her eponymous brand in 2019, immediately gaining traction with the likes of celebrities ranging from Solange (@solange.pk), to Madison Beer (@madisonbeer) wearing Rui for her “Selfish” music video, and singing sisters Chloe x Halle (@chloexhalle). Though seeming unconventional, Rui’s knit bodysuit designs are truly a unique piece for any collector of wearable art.

Where to Buy: https://www.ruiofficial.me

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Chet Lo

A knitwear-based designer, Chet Lo recently graduated in 2020 from Central Saint Martins in London. Presenting his graduate collection “Cindiaria’s Wife”, Lo is groundbreaking in his approach to futuristic garments.

Where to Buy: https://www.chetlo.com/store (Also check stockist page for an extensive list)

The New Knitwear Frontier in 2021

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