The 9 Best H&M Spring Cardigans of 2026

Like floral dresses, strappy sandals and breezy linen, dressing in spring feels almost incomplete without a cardigan. If you’d asked me a few years ago however, I’d have felt strongly about that sentiment. As a 26-year-old fashion editor, cardigans had always felt like a “dated” purchase rather than an elevated staple. Even now, in 2026, when the traditional idea of a “spring cardi” crosses the mind, vivid images of my 87-year-old grandmother’s favourite moth bitten argyle style is the first thing to arise.

But, like most things in fashion, things move in cycles, and the humble cardigan has had something of a rebrand, and the current ones trending are decidedly chicer. Balancing timelessness with trend, transitional warmth without the bulk of a chunky jumper, cardigans have become 2026’s hottest accessory. And this spring it’s been impossible to miss the vibrant cropped cashmere, cocooning funnel-neck or ever-popular waisted cardigans, buttoned, slung or draped around fashion’s most elevated dressers. And, as it happens, many of the most expensive-looking iterations actually come from H&M.

A one-stop-shop of sophisticated buys, the spring cardigans on offer at H&M are some of this seasons very best. With a penchant for luxurious shapes, timeless colourways and delicate details (be it softly structured shoulders to add shape or a double-layered placket for a seamless, button-less finish), every iteration has that uber-luxe appeal we’re always searching for when shopping the high street.

With a coffee in hand and cardigans on the mind, I’ve uncovered 9 cardigan gems worth the spend. So, whether you’re after a cropped cashmere to offset your current rotation of jeans-and-a-nice-tee, or a fluffy mohair-blend perfect for days when the chill sets in, look, I’ve got you covered. Scroll down to discover this season’s best below. Happy shopping!