The Best Cotton Sweaters for Women

The Amazon Essentials Women’s Fisherman Cable Crewneck is a 100% cotton style that is versatile, oversized, and ultra-comfy. It has a thick cable knit on the entire sweater (sometimes cable knits are only on the front for some reason) that adds a nice texture to the overall appearance, with many reviewers saying it is comparable to higher-end cable-knit designs.

The weave is tight and consistent, but the material is soft and comfortable to wear. It has a bit of boxy cut and is a bit oversized and loose, but a lot of women are looking for an oversized look these days. A lot of reviews indicated that women feel these are well made and great value for the price.  It is generally described as being midweight and warm without feeling overly heavy.

Available from Amazon

J Crew Women’s 1988 Rollneck™ Sweater in Cotton is a popular classic style that has been updated with more sustainable cotton than has been used in previous versions of this mock-neck design. Reviewers love the soft feel of the cotton and the flattering cut of the design.

Reviewers rave that the rolled neck is comfy without feeling like there is too much fabric and looks very elegant. They also love that the material is so soft you can wear it without a layer underneath, so it is a great option for women with sensitive skin.

Available from J Crew

Banana Republic always does a nice job with their sweaters, and they usually have a few cotton options or mostly cotton-blend sweaters available year-round.

This year they have an Organic Cotton Scoop-Neck that is made with certified, organically grown cotton that looks like a great style for the warmer months. It has a flattering, slightly loose fit and a beautiful chic design that is perfect for the office.

Available from Banana Republic

Daily Ritual Women’s 100% Cotton Chunky Long-Sleeve is one of the more popular 100% cotton options on Amazon. Made from a thicker knit, it has a relaxed oversized fit that many women love for comfort.

People who own this style also say that it is well-made, soft, and warm, so it is ideal for winter wear when you want to feel cozy and warm.

Avaialble from Amazon

If you are looking for a more fitted style, you may want to check out the Uniqlo 3d Knit Volume Sweater. It is made from a 3D knit, so it has a little texture while still having a lightweight and smooth feel.

This is a nice loose fit in comfy cotton that is super versatile and easy to wear.

Available from Uniqlo

The  L.L. Bean Women’s Textured Cotton Sweater is a lovely loose fit design made from a blend of 80% cotton and 20% recycled cotton. This is another style that has a comfy feel that is soft but not overly warm. Reviews describe the fabric as having a mid-weight cotton feel that isn’t very warm or thick, but it still makes a good layer.

As far as the design, it has glowing reviews for the curved hem and the openness of the neck, and the length.

Some women find that it seems large for being called “slightly fitted,” but it is still flattering despite how loose it is and has plenty of space for layering.

Available from L.L. Bean

Lands’ End is a consistently good place to find great quality plain cotton tops that often change slightly from year to year.

One top worth checking out is the Cotton Open Long Cardigan that comes in an excellent variety of colors. Since it is an open front cardigan, it is easy to get on and makes a nice layer. It also has a flattering, draped fit. This is another great choice for the office since it isn’t too thick or thin and can be dressed up or down.

Available from Lands’ End

The Organic Cotton Crewneck from Everlane is a classic style that is super comfy and very flattering. It’s made of lightweight organic cotton, which makes it ultra-breathable and soft to the touch.

This is not an oversized style but has a little bit of looseness, making a great layering piece. Reviewers love that it’s simple, elegant, and classic.  It feels super soft, warm, and comfortable, perfect for work or casual wear.

Available from Everlane

Lucky Brand is also a great retailer to look for cotton sweaters that are soft, comfy, and easy to wear. Their styles are always changing, but this year, they offer a Textured Sweater made from soft cotton made for cozy comfort.

This is a pretty casual, loose-fit design that would make it ideal for layering. It is soft and breathable 100% cotton, and it comes in olive green color (pictured) and a plain pink or a pink stripe.

Available from Nordstrom