Christmas jumpers 2026

Yumi Polar Bear Fair Isle Cardigan, Blue

Fair Isle: the pattern that was festive before festive was a category. A cardigan, which means you can take it off without a scene.

Yumi Penguin Fair Isle Cardigan, Red

A penguin doing nothing at all, beautifully. Fit for its one fortnight of the year.

Yumi Fair Isle Relaxed Fit Round Neck Jumper

Fair Isle: the pattern that was festive before festive was a category. "Yumi Fair Isle" — and that is the whole of it.

White Stuff Lois Cotton Fair Isle Cardigan, Pink/Multi

Fair Isle, the pattern that never had to try to be Christmassy. It says "White Stuff Lois", and it is not going to elaborate.

White Stuff Holly Pointelle Knit Top, Ivory/Multi

Holly, which is festive without being a costume. Mid-range, so no agonising required.

Trotters Kids' Festive Fawn Scallop Jumper, Red/Multi

Festive, functional, no further claims made. Leads with "Festive Fawn Scallop" and trusts you to do the rest.

Trotters Baby Fawn and Robins Cardigan, Red

A robin, territorial and smug, as robins are. Leads with "Fawn and Robins" and trusts you to do the rest.

Tommy Hilfiger Kids' Winter Fairisle Jumper, Blue/Multi

A pattern from a Shetland island, somehow now shorthand for December. Goes in hard on "Tommy Hilfiger".

Tommy Hilfiger Kids' Polar Fleece Funnel Neck Sweatshirt, Pink

Festive, and doing the job without fuss. "Tommy Hilfiger" — and that is the whole of it.

The White Company Tiny Sequin Jumper, Scandi White

This one catches the light from across the room, deliberately. Scandi White — festive without going full grotto.

The White Company Stitch Detail Jumper, Scandi White

Fan service, knitted. In Scandi White, which is a more considered choice than this category usually makes.

The Little Tailor Kids' Christmas Red Snowflake Fairisle Cardigan, Red/Cream

Snowflakes, arranged with more order than actual snow manages. Buttons, so you can admit defeat by mid-afternoon.

The Little Tailor Kids' Christmas Fairisle Jumper, Navy/Red/Cream

Fair Isle, the pattern that never had to try to be Christmassy. Child-sized, and it will be worn to bed.

The Little Tailor Cotton Winter Fairisle Christmas Jumper, Navy/Red/Cream

Repeating Fair Isle, the kind that survives into February. It is what it looks like, which is a compliment. Not the loudest thing on this page, and better for it.

The Little Tailor Cotton Winter Fairisle Christmas Jumper, Black/Cream

Fair Isle, the pattern that never had to try to be Christmassy. "Little Tailor" — someone was pleased with that, and fair enough.

The Little Tailor Cotton Winter Fairisle Christmas Cardigan, Red/Multi

Fair Isle, the pattern that never had to try to be Christmassy. "Little Tailor" is the entire pitch, and honestly that is plenty.

The Little Tailor Cotton Winter Fairisle Christmas Cardigan, Red/Cream

The Fair Isle band across the chest, as it has been since the 1920s. "Little Tailor" — and that is the whole of it.

The Little Tailor Cotton Winter Fairisle Christmas Cardigan, Black/Cream

The Fair Isle band across the chest, as it has been since the 1920s. "Little Tailor" is the entire pitch, and honestly that is plenty.

Ralph Lauren Baby Festive Jumper and Trousers Set, Cream

Festive, and doing the job without fuss. "Ralph Lauren" is the entire pitch, and honestly that is plenty.

NRBY x EDINA Yasmin Pure Merino Wool Fair Isle Jumper, Blue

Nordic knit, worn by people who would not call it a Christmas jumper. It is what it looks like, which is a compliment. Holds up under a coat, which half of these do not.

Molo Kids' Glenda Wool Blend Jumper, Grande Nordic

Alpine knitting, which looks like a ski lodge and costs rather less. In Grande Nordic, which is a more considered choice than this category usually makes.

Mango Kids' Holly Round Neck Jumper, Aqua

Holly, which is festive without being a costume. Pull it on, commit, get on with the day.

MOS MOSH Mmilma Lightweight Polo Jumper, Frosty Green

Seasonal, no further explanation offered. Frosty Green: a nicer set of colours than a Christmas jumper strictly needs.

KAFFE Carol Dogtooth Jumper, White/Multi

Christmas in the usual places, done without fuss. "KAFFE Carol Dogtooth" is the entire pitch, and honestly that is plenty.

Joules Holly Knitted Tank Top, Navy

Holly, which is festive without being a costume. Leads with "Joules Holly" and trusts you to do the rest.

Joules Holly Knitted Tank Top, Blue

Holly and berries, the traditional route, done properly. It says "Joules Holly", and it is not going to elaborate.

Joules Holly Button Through Knitted Vest, Brown

Holly, which is festive without being a costume. "Joules Holly" is the entire pitch, and honestly that is plenty.

John Lewis Kids' Penguin Ski Jumper, Chilli Pepper

A penguin in a scarf, which is both unnecessary and completely correct. Chilli Pepper — festive without going full grotto.

John Lewis Kids' Festive Bus Jumper, Gray Morn

Seasonal, no further explanation offered. Gray Morn — festive without going full grotto.

John Lewis Baby Knitted Fairisle Jumper & Leggings Set

A Fair Isle yoke, doing the heavy lifting without shouting. Goes in hard on "John Lewis".

ICHI Ihcylle Nordic Yoke Jumper, Zinfande/Multi

The Fair Isle band across the chest, as it has been since the 1920s. In Zinfande/Multi, which is a more considered choice than this category usually makes.

Frugi Kids' Lark Cable Knit Applique Cardigan, Natural/Robin

Proper cable knit, built to be kept. Natural/Robin — festive without going full grotto.

Calvin Klein Polar Fleece Jumper, Green

Does the seasonal job without auditioning for attention. Not a throwaway — this one is meant to be kept.

Boden Mae Holly and Berries Cardigan, Ivory/Multi

Holly, which is festive without being a costume. A cardigan, which means you can take it off without a scene.

Boden Mae Fair Isle Crew Neck Jumper, Mink/Multi

Proper Fair Isle, which has been quietly right for a hundred years. Mink/Multi: a nicer set of colours than a Christmas jumper strictly needs.

Boden Fair Isle Pom-Pom Cardigan, Camel/Red

Fair Isle: the pattern that was festive before festive was a category. Pom Cardigan, Camel/Red: a nicer set of colours than a Christmas jumper strictly needs.

Boden Edie Seasonal Fair Isle Jumper, Red/Multi

Fair Isle: the pattern that was festive before festive was a category. Wearable, which is more than half the battle in December. Will see out the office party and the family one after it.

Angel & Rocket Kids' Oakley Zip Neck Fairisle Jumper, Green

Nordic knit, worn by people who would not call it a Christmas jumper. "Angel Rocket", printed large, no further context given.

Angel & Rocket Kids' Erik Crew Neck Polar Bear Jumper, Green/Multi

A polar bear, unbothered, in its element. The whole idea is "Angel Rocket". It lands or it does not.

ALIGNE Dakota Fair Isle Roll Neck Jumper, Orange/Multi

Fair Isle, the pattern that never had to try to be Christmassy. Comes in Orange/Multi, which reads as deliberate rather than accidental.

Winnie The Pooh Tigger, Piglet Trimming The Christmas Tree Sweatshirt Light Grey

The sort of thing that starts a conversation you did not plan to have. Straightforward, and all the better for it. Holds up under a coat, which half of these do not.

The Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Fairy Lights Sweatshirt Light Grey

Merchandise, cheerfully and without pretence. Wearable, which is more than half the battle in December. Holds up under a coat, which half of these do not.

Star Wars Christmas Lights Logo Sweatshirt Black

Licensed, familiar, and instantly recognisable from a distance. Sweatshirt weight, so it survives the whole of December.

Star Wars Christmas Chewbacca Tangled Lights Sweatshirt White

A character jumper, and the character is doing the work. Nothing clever going on, and nothing needs to be. Reads as festive from across a room, which is the whole job.

Star Trek The Original Series Christmas Tree Sweatshirt, Navy

The tree, fully trimmed, on a garment. Softer than a knit and twice as forgiving.

Spongebob Squarepants Christmas Tree Crew Sweatshirt, White

A Christmas tree, baubles and all, worn rather than decorated. Softer than a knit and twice as forgiving.

Spiderman Snowflake Christmas Jumper Kids T Shirt, Navy

The sort of thing that starts a conversation you did not plan to have. The whole idea is "Spiderman Snowflake". It lands or it does not.

Sparkle Xmas Tree Jumper

The tree, fully trimmed, on a garment. Mid-range, so no agonising required. Nothing about it is trying too hard.