Fun and Funky Grandpa Sweaters You’re Sure to Love
Remember the Coastal Grandma aesthetic? Well, move over, Grandma, there’s a new game in town. Yes, it’s Grandpa’s turn to shine. The Grandpa sweater trend is real, and it’s happening. I blame Mr. Rogers. Just kidding, I’m happy with any fashion trend that features cozy clothes. If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry. Today, I’m sharing some fun and funky Grandpa Sweaters you’re sure to love.
I bet you thought Grandpa Sweaters were all going to be dull and boring. Shame on you. Lol! Grandpa sweaters can be a shape, style, or print that you might see a grandpa wear. I love this bright colored cardigan sweater that is a relaxed style, exactly like what a grandpa would wear over his plaid shirt. He might not wear pink…but you never know. This sweater is also available in black and winter white.
I bought this boyfriend/grandpa sweater earlier this year, but it sold out before I could get it linked. I love this relaxed look, and you can wear it buttoned as a sweater or loose as a cardigan. This one is from Walmart, and I found several versions of it that I’ll list below.
Fun and Funky Grandpa Sweaters You’re Sure to Love – Oversized
The grandpa look is achieved by wearing a sweater that looks like you stole it from your grandpa. Wow, I really break these fashion trends down for you, don’t I? lol. Well, this is a sweater that I’d actually take from my grandpa’s closet and wear proudly. It would look great with leggings or jeans and booties. VERY comfy and cozy, which is the whole point.
The link description actually calls this sweater, “grunge”. Surely some of you remember the 90s? I told you it was making a comeback! This baggy sweater has a mock neck and elastic cuffs and it actually hits near the hips. It’s called baggy, but the reviewers say that it’s not oversized. There are several other options at the link including some cute checked patterns.
I told you that Walmart knows a thing or two about what grandpas wear. lol. This reminds me of a Fair Isle sweater which is a look that I always like. I love a sweater that’s machine-washable! This is a blend -50% Viscose, 28% Polyester, and 22% Nylon. It comes in several other options, including a slightly crazy purple rose version that I can’t imagine any grandpa wearing, lol.
Fun and Funky Grandpa Sweaters You’re Sure to Love – Cardigan
Now this is some stylish grandpa! I love the argyle pattern, and this black and green version is so chic. The reviews say that these run REALLY small, so you may want to go up one or even two sizes. It’s a cute sweater for around $25 dollars. You could dress this up or down!
This is one of my favorites in the Grandpa sweater category! I love the black and white stripes and the contrasting cuffs and placket. It’s boxy and will hit around the hip, so if you’re looking for a more fitted look around the midsection, this is probably not your sweater. It’s available in 7 other versions and around $50 dollars.
Old Navy comes through with a great version of the Grandpa sweater! I love this longer cardigan with the droopy front pockets. Can’t you just imagine gramps with one hand in the pocket and one hand on his pipe? I love the heather grey color, but it’s also available in off-white, black, and green. The description details say that it hits at the hip, but this is actually a little longer than that.
Is there anything more Grandpa than Houndstooth? I love this cardigan! It looks very vintage, but it’s still stylish. I guess that’s why Houndstooth is considered a classic. This cardigan is around $35 dollars but goes on sale all of the time. If you don’t love it, don’t worry. There are FORTY versions!
Fun and Funky Grandpa Sweaters You’re Sure to Love – Vests
Here’s another classic argyle version. If you can’t bring yourself to go full “Grandpa”, you’ll still be right on trend in this argyle vest. Where are my petite readers? This vest hits right at the top of the hip, so if you’re concerned that this trend might be too baggy for you, a vest could be a perfect way to make it work. Available in several other color combinations, it’s just $25 dollars.
Finally, a long, oversized sweater vest that’s more glamp than gramp. Ha! This would be so cute with leggings or jeans. It comes in just about any color you can imagine and is just $35 dollars. The photo shows the vest as quite baggy, but the reviews say it’s more fitted than it appears, so you’ll need to size up to get the oversized look.
Okay, gurls, what about it? Are you going to jump in on the grandpa sweater trend? You know I want to hear your thoughts on this!
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I’ll be praying for you both with your husband’s recovery and also for you as his caregiver during the recovery phase. I had a hip replaced January of 2023 at the age of 58, with the anterior method. It was a success thanks to the surgeon and with the wonderful physical therapists. I strongly suggest that he follows the therapy to a tee. I worked hard and it payed off. I have good range of motion and the pain is gone. Best of luck to Joe!
12yrs ago my hubby had BOTH knees replaced on the same day! He stayed one day in the hospital. He was his usual show off self and walked up and down those steps in the rehab room. Convinced the surgeon(his friend)to release him early. Sent this big baby home with me and I played Nurse Ratchet for a week, then he got himself back on his tractor and I collapsed. Have fun with those compression socks. Lol! I’ll be thinking of you.👩🍳⚘
Yikes!!! That sounds horrible, I can’t imagine having both knees done at the same time.
I love the pink sweater. I didn’t know any of my grandpas but my favorite uncle wore an argyle style vest all the time.
Praying for a speedy recovery for Joe.
I have a few of these in the closet so I guess I’m on trend!!!
Good luck with Joe, nurse Tania! He will be good if he follows the pt & keeps active. The first couple weeks are the hardest but gets better quickly… my husband got both knee replacements done at the same time, it was a a lot of leg lifting for this nurse! lol Love your posts!
Give yourself some grace . .. .my husband also had knee replacement surgery 10 days ago and I’ve been his go to care giver and it’s a 24 7 labor of love . . . . he’s a bit crabby at times but I pray the outcome will be worth it!! Prayers for you and Joe’s healing. Hang in there sweet gurl!!!
Vickiy
PS Of course I would miss not reading you and cracking up daily but we will all survivie and are with you 100% AND, loved the sweaters!!
Victoria, Joe is crabby a lot, so I might not notice any change. Lol!!!
Love the way you love your man!!!
What a wonderful reminder of what Valentine’s Day is all about❤️
I am not too much in anything too oversized except for lounging around the house. Right now I am wearing a Grandson hoodie. My grandson gave to me to donate where I volunteer. It’s a heavy real warm hoodie. I kept it for me to wear around the house. I’ve been wearing it the last few weeks. Wishing a speedy recovery for your husband. 🙏
I have worn grandpa sweaters forever whether they are i style or not at 90 yo I can wear whatever even purple!
Happy Valentines to you and Joe! Praying for a speedy recovery for Joe and patience and stamina for you Tania as being a nurse is also hard work! You won’t believe this but my knee replacement with Dr Botero is scheduled for May 3. I bet we’ve all sat in the waiting room over on Weisgarber together as I’ve been a regular patient at that practice for years. I’ve already had two hip replacements so my advice to Joe is to stay on the meds as scheduled to stay ahead of the pain and really focus on the PT. Dr Botero was not kidding when he said you’d be back on the golf course in two weeks! Believe it!!
Sonja, that is amazing! Dr. Botero is great, and the nurse said people travel from all over to get this procedure. Joe is doing fabulous this morning, and is able to bend his knee at a 90 degree angle. We even set an alarm in the night to make sure he stays on schedule with the pain meds.