Cardigans are a touchy topic here at the TME Philly office. *Cue us convincing S that yes, they’re a closet necessity.* She’d rather have us believe they’re nonexistent in a world supplied with only sweater blazers, pullovers, leather jackets and hoodies. And forget coatigans, Linzi.
Below is a list of cardigans that we have all peacefully agreed on. The consensus? Chunky and cozy are the way to go. (Pro tip: this ideology applies to many things in life, and I’m goin’ with it!)
#1 Madewell Maguire Cardigan Sweater
TME Why: The little hints of color throughout! (My type of “pop of color.”)
Style Notes: I’d wear this similarly to how Madewell styled it — light-wash denim and white sneaks, but definitely unbuttoned with a band tee underneath.
#2 Anthropologie Vera Camo Cardigan
TME Why: Camo! We’ve loved this one ever since we saw it on Kat.
Style Notes: I’d wear this with a black turtleneck, black jeans and black leather booties (I tend to let the pattern do most of the talking).
Side note: A silky, lace-trimmed cami would look incredible on warmer days.
#3 Free People In Bloom Hoodie
TME Why: Cozy cozy cozy.
Style Notes: It may look like a zip-up hoodie, but it’s knitted like a cardigan for all the extra comfort. I’d pair this with some leggings and over-the-knee boots.
#4 M.M.LaFleur The Morandi Sweater
TME Why: This one is owned and approved by S, so it’s a big deal.
Style Notes: Although you kinda can’t tell, it’s made with a thick, cozy material.
#5 Volcom The Big Cozy Cardigan
TME Why: Striped cardigans are a classic… right??
Style Notes: This cardigan gives me collegiate vibes…pair with some nerdy frames (prescription or non-prescription…no judgment here) and a plain white tee.
#6 Free People Warm And Fuzzy Sweater Coat
TME Why: The name alone sold me — Warm and Fuzzy Sweater Coat. Yes!
Style Notes: Fuzzy cardigans are easier to dress-up because it’s almost like wearing a fancy fur jacket. I say, wear it to the bar!
#7 Equipment Cisse Textured Plaid Cardigan
TME Why: OK…I had to include this. If I had a dream cardigan, here she is. Black and white, fuzzy, plaid, pockets aaand cozy?! Amazing.
Style Notes: An all-black outfit with a pop of color like red booties or a bright-colored purse would look A-MAZING.
#8 Sanctuary Supersoft Cardigan
TME Why: Here for the fuzzzzz.
Style Notes: I’d wear this in bed, to the bar, out for dinner, on a stroll in the park, etc., etc., etc., Also comes in black and white versions, which I of course, LOVE.
#9 Everlane The Texture Cotton Crop Cardigan
TME Why: It’s like a chunky cardigan, but mini.
Style Notes: The crop on this makes it a great layering piece to wear under leather jackets and winter coats.
#10 1.STATE Eyelash Fringe Open Front Long Cardigan
TME Why: Eyelash anything is a yes in my book. It makes whatever piece of clothing so much daintier and elegant.
Style Notes: I looove the black detail down the sleeves…it’s the little things..
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-Danielle
Let me join Shana as a “Never-Cardiganer”
As a long torso-ed person for whom every cool moto jacket is way too short and looks silly, bring on the cardigans (and the long-enough knit blazers with hoodies). Perfect layer to throw on at any time of year when you need a little something.. and they always look good.
Cardigans are totally my jam. The longer, the better! They make all of my “outfits” look like I intended to wear them. Am I still wearing my pajamas under this leopard, duster length cardigan? Maybe. Maybe not. It looks like a real outfit now, though! ?