A definitive list of the 9 best sweaters for women, according to a team that has tested nearly every brand on the market

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more Getting a new sweater is one of the small joys of autumn. As the leaves start to fall and you start swapping iced coffees for hot lattes, the urge to wrap yourself in something soft and warm becomes greater and greater.

But not all sweaters are created equal, which is why we've rounded up the best picks from our favorite brands. For more of our favorite staples, see our articles on the best women's basics brands , the best white button-down shirts , and the best workwear for women ..