14 Can’t-Go-Wrong Sweaters for Boys and Men

What will he wear to warm up once the chill sets in?

UPDATED

As soon as there’s the slightest chill in the air, some boys and men like to have a sweater to throw on over their shirt (that classroom, beis medrash, or office might also be chilly!). For many, all they want is something basic, neutral, neat and cozy. So what are the options?

While crewnecks and v-necks are the basic, those who don’t like a pullover like instead to make a full-zip or a cardigan their go-to sweater (and nope, cardigans aren’t only for grandpa. They’re actually cool). The half-zip (or half-button) neck is another nice style that looks neat over any type of shirt. For boys and men who wear any type of top, these are nice options regardless. And for those who wear white button downs daily, the sweater is an opportunity to pick something that’s uniquely theirs. 

One pro of buying sweaters for the male population? Unlike women who like lots of top options, since for a boy this is mostly “outerwear,” he only needs a couple to get him through the fall and winter. 

Note: While we listed both chunky knits and thinner wool sweaters, which one you choose is a matter of preference–some boys like cozy cottons, while others prefer a thinner sweater because it’s more comfortable/less restrictive, especially when they may be wearing a blazer over. 

We listed some nice options out there, in all price ranges, first for boys and then for men.

Boys

Mango Zipped Knit Cardigan

In Navy and Charcoal.



Boys

Old Navy V Neck Sweater

$14.99 with current promotion.

Also in Black (and other colors)



Boys

Giobarti Full Knitted Zip Sweater

$29.99

In Charcoal and Navy too.



Boys

J Crew Half Zip Cotton Pullover

Regularly $89.50. Black and other select colors are currently on sale for $53.50!

If you want cashmere, J Crew also makes another version that costs more.

Boys

J Crew Factory Boys Cotton Cardigan Sweater

$32.50 with current promotion.

In Black and Navy.

Boys

Lands-End Full Zip Modal Sweater

$53.95 (currently on sale for $40.46/discounts may vary).

We like the ribbed detailing on this one.

In Black and Classic Navy (and other colors)



Men

Charles Thyrwitt Funnel Neck Cardigan

$119

Beautiful full button cardigan currently on promotion. See the full Charles Thyrwitt collection.

Men

Charles Tyrwhitt Merino Zip Neck Sweater

Currently on sale for $99.

In a large selection of colors.



Men

Brooks Brothers Supima Cotton Pique Half Zip Sweater

$128

A bigger variety of sizes in cozy pique, but at full price.

Men

Quince Mongolian Cashmere Half Zip Sweater

This is the spot where you can get the best value in cashmere. See more men’s cashmere options here.

Men

Paula Jones Ribbed Knit Cardigan Sweater

$38

A little more style at a nice price.

Between Carpools

Between Carpools is a collaboration between five talented friends who like to get a lot of stuff done “between carpools.” Since 2016, we’ve been sharing home and organizing tips, parenting insights, activities, how-to’s and DIYs, and of course, entertaining ideas, recipes, and inspiring reads both on the site and app.

5 responses to “14 Can’t-Go-Wrong Sweaters for Boys and Men”

  1. RK Avatar
    RK

    Uniqlo has many options for 100% wool sweaters and cardigans starting from $49.90

  2. Ray Avatar
    Ray

    We just got this on amazon (available in many colors)
    https://amzn.to/3QGSaLh

  3. EZ Avatar
    EZ

    My husband LOVES this one and lives in it all winter long
    It fits very nicely and looks neat and put together:
    https://amzn.to/3sgr31c

  4. Rachelli Avatar
    Rachelli

    I love the boy options. Any other ideas of full zip or button cardigans in mens sizes?
    I we’ve been loving the Amazon zip up someone posted in the comments just looking for more options…

  5. Yehudis Groner Avatar
    Yehudis Groner

    Just got a quarter zip Izod from Amazon and my son is very happy with it. $30!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Contact Us

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

FREE GIFT!

Close the CTA

Get our BCP Lifepages Planner by signing up to our email list!