With brighter skies and warmer weather on the horizon, it’s almost time to trade heavy layers for springtime essentials. Still, not every winter staple needs to be packed away until fall. Wardrobe mainstays like the cozy knit cardigan prove themselves to be a year-round classic. An easy layering piece—lighter and airier than its heftier knit counterparts—the cardigan offers endless styling potential this spring, arriving in a range of hues and silhouettes.

With a subtle nod to modern prep, the cardigan strikes a balance between polished and relaxed. Wear it with a classic white tee, layered beneath a trench or draped over a slinky slip dress. From office hours to afternoons spent at the park, it’s the cozy knit you’ll want to reach for again and again, though it feels especially timely for now.

Below, shop Vogue’s edit of the best cardigans—and discover how to style them now.

The Transitional Duo

Before spring fully blooms—when the walk home feels less like a bundled trudge and more like a welcomed stroll—dressing for in-between weather can be unpredictable. Enter the power pairing: a car coat layered over a colored cardigan. Polished and playful, with just the right pop of color peeking through.