knitwear

Cardigans and pullovers

Knitwear is clothing made from knitted fabric—sweaters, cardigans, scarves, and similar garments.

The term often implies quality or craftsmanship: The boutique specializes in Italian knitwear.

In retail contexts, knitwear typically refers to a category of garments rather than individual items.

garments

sweater

Knitted torso covering

jumper · vest · jersey · poncho · shawl · hoodie · scarf · mittens · gloves · beanie

craft

yarn

Twisted strand for crafts

  • needlesSlender pointed instruments
  • purlInverted knitting stitch
  • stitchThread loop in fabric

casting on · binding off · gauge · pattern · ribbing · cable · intarsia · blocking · circular needles · frogging

warmth

cozy

Warm and snug

layering · winter · woolens · fleece · comfort · toasty · bundled · hibernation · fireside · seasonal

fibers

wool

Sheared animal fiber

  • merinoFine-fleeced sheep breed
  • cashmereFine goat-derived textile
  • alpacaFleece-producing Andean camelid

mohair · angora · cotton · silk · acrylic · bamboo · linen · polyester · nylon · blend

fashion

designer

One who plans appearances

style · layering · silhouette · ensemble · boutique · vintage · oversized · fitted · cropped · texture

Categories
Opposites
fabric construction method

knitwearwoven fabric

wovens · denim · leather goods · broadcloth · twill

garment formality/structure

knitwearformalwear

Elegant occasion attire

tailored suits · business attire · suits · blazers · dress shirts

Family

wear, knit, wearing, knitted, knitting, wearable, knitter, reknit, unknit

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G