You should think of buying sweaters like creating a small army. You never need just one sweater . You need a collection of cozy, faithful soldiers that will carry you into the brisk mornings of autumn and through the bleary, cold nights of winter.

You need a general—your right hand, so to speak. Think something like a v-neck: a reliable knit that will keep you warm but not stuffy, that goes with everything, and that you reach for every day. Then comes your cashmere. This luxe material will come in handy when your mom tells you to "dress up" for the family dinner, or when you just need something to layer with a snappy blazer. You should also make sure to strike a balance. Throw in some lighter-weight cotton crewnecks for when you just need something to keep the chill from chasing up

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