It may seem obvious to gravitate toward  sweaters with the onset of cooler weather. So you'll be happy to know that hand knit–looking sweaters are all the rage this fall/winter season. My personal favourite way to wear them is oversize – I'm talking Flashdance oversize. It's such a comfortable trend, I'm sure it's going to go gangbusters in Canada because of our ultra-frigid temps. I mean, really now, why wouldn't you want to grab something that has an equal ratio of cosy to chicness. Check out these five extra-grand knit styles I'm lusting after.

Most coveted pullovers:

• ASOS cable-knit sweater, $81.50.
• Zara front-seam sweater, $100.
• Aritzia Luke sweater, $125.
• H&M camel sweater, $25.
• Joe Fresh scoop-neck sweater, $29.

When you hit retailers in search of  your perfect sweater, keep these style tips in mind: TEXTURED – Embrace chunky sweaters: Look for cables, entwined openwork, reverse jacquard knits, and ribbed or crocheted sweaters. COLOUR – Anything really goes, an oversize cardigan in a neutral hue such as stone grey or creamy caramel looks sophisticated and chic. However a pop of colour in your sweater is very on trend. If you're after colour, look for vibrant shades such as chartreuse, hot pink, teal, cobalt, berry or red. SHAPE – Sweaters come in all shapes and sizes this season, from the oversize boyfriend-style sweater to an off-the-shoulder dancer shape to something structured and fitted. Will you buy a new sweater this season or are you going to stick with an old favourite?