Six cool sweaters to keep you warm.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but this cold snap isn’t going away anytime soon. According to the official weather forecast, if you live in the northern hemisphere, this chilly spell could last well into March, so it’d be wise to stock up on more knitwear.

We’re well aware that the term “knitwear” can bring up all sorts of horrible connotations – of misshapen cardigans and itchy fibres on the constant verge of spontaneous combustion, unflattering colours and boring, stuffy layers worn for extra insulation against the biting cold. But things are different now and knitwear has finally found its cool. No longer designed to be hidden under gargantuan overcoats and blazers, the latest offerings deserve to be shown to the world.

From the statement-making to the simple, but beautifully made (see the Prada, below), our latest arrivals range from plush, cosy sweaters suitable for the depths of winter to more refined, streamlined styles that will stand in for your outwear when the temperature creeps up. There’s something for every budget, too. Need further proof? Scroll on down.