Cardigans for women are the most-worn layer in most wardrobes for one reason: a cardigan goes on and comes off without ruining the outfit underneath, which no pullover manages. This collection gathers every cardigan in the range — cropped, longline, oversized and chunky knit — in sizes XS to 3XL.
Choosing a cardigan
A cropped cardigan works over a high-waisted skirt or jeans because it ends where the waistband starts. A longline cardigan does the opposite job — it adds a vertical line and covers, which is why it works over leggings. Chunky knits are warm but add bulk at the arm, so they layer over a tee rather than a shirt; a fine-gauge knit will go under a coat without fighting it.
What to wear a cardigan with
Over a dress in spring and autumn, which extends the wear of everything in women's dresses by two seasons. Buttoned up on its own it reads as a top rather than a layer. See also women's sweaters, oversized sweaters and BiBi knits.
Frequently asked questions
What size cardigan should I order?
Take your usual size for a cardigan you want to button, and size up if you want it to hang open over a jumper. Measurements are in our size chart.
How do I stop a cardigan stretching at the shoulders?
Fold it rather than hanging it. A knit hung on a hanger pulls down at the shoulder seam over time and does not recover.
Can I wear a cardigan to work?
A fine-gauge cardigan in a solid colour reads as professional as a blazer in most offices, and is considerably more comfortable to sit in.