Jennifer Hudson Put a Shimmery Twist on This Classic Winter Dress Style – Try It from $24

Sparkly outfits don’t have to go away after the holiday season. Just ask Jennifer Hudson. 

On a recent episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, the singer and host wore a fitted black sweater dress with metallic silver woven through the fabric. Hudson’s ribbed-knit dress was finished with a crew neckline, long sleeves, and a hem that hit just below the knees. She let the dress’s shimmer stand out by pairing it with simple hoop earrings and solid black ankle boots.

While sparkly dresses are certainly luxe and festive, there’s no reason to hide them in your closet now that the proverbial ball has dropped. Plus, Hudson’s glimmery knit dress proved you can sparkle day or night.

While Hudson went the sophisticated route with shimmer, she’s not the only one cozying up to the winter-friendly knit right now. Julianne Moore wore a black turtleneck maxi dress, Kristen Bell rocked an off-the-shoulder striped midi dress, Gisele Bündchen sported a tan ribbed version, and Kelly Clarkson perked up an elbow-length knit dress with a bold geometric design.

Ready to add some glam to your wardrobe? Check out seven shimmery sweater dresses on Amazon that remind us of Hudson’s, starting at just $30.

Sweater Dresses Inspired by Jennifer Hudson

• Zeagoo Knit Dress with Pockets, $33 with coupon (orig. $41)
• Cider Sweater Maxi Dress, $24 with coupon (orig. $46)
• Lilly Pulitzer Morgen Sequin Sweater Dress, $198
• The Drop Jodi Mock-Neck Sweater Dress, $90
• Anrabess Ribbed-Knit Turtleneck Sweater Dress, $58 (orig. $63)
• HBQ Lantern-Sleeve Sweater Dress, $33
• Hapcope Chenille Sweater Dress, $37

Zeagoo Knit Dress with Pockets

=This fit-and-flare sweater dress features an embroidered cable design and shimmery fabric, and it comes in 15 colors and prints. Happy shoppers said it “drapes beautifully” and “can be styled up or down.”

Cider Sweater Maxi Dress

A knit geometric pattern and slight shimmer lend this long, fitted maxi dress elegant flair. It’s finished with a crew neckline, long sleeves, and a hem that hits right below the ankles on most people.

Lilly Pulitzer Morgen Sequin Sweater Dress

If you love the shimmery black sweater dress Hudson wore, this version with long sleeves and a glittery acrylic-blend knit is a great option. A rhinestone collar with a bow detail ups the glamour factor.

The Drop Jodi Mock-Neck Sweater Dress

With a metallic ribbed-knit material and long silhouette that hits just above the ankles on most people, this sleeveless sweater dress is an ideal choice for evening events. It comes in black or silver and sizes XXS–5X.

Anrabess Ribbed-Knit Turtleneck Sweater Dress

Take a page out of Gisele Bündchen’s style book with this sweater dress, whose foldover turtleneck collar and ribbed-knit design are similar to the one she wore. “Buy this, you won’t be disappointed,” one shopper raved, adding that they’ve “worn it as a dress with boots and as a top with leggings.”

HBQ Lantern-Sleeve Sweater Dress

This sweater dress is a cozy yet stylish option for evening cocktails, thanks to a turtleneck collar, blousy top with Martha Stewart-approved lantern sleeves, and fitted miniskirt. Opt for black, like Hudson, or choose from nine colors including burgundy, pale blue, and gray, and sizes S–XXL.

Hapcope Chenille Sweater Dress

For a more subtle shimmery vibe, try this sweater dress in a soft chenille knit. It’s designed with lantern sleeves, gathered elastic cuffs, and a coordinating fabric belt, and it comes in 19 colors.