The cardigan revival

Cardigans: not just for school teachers

Written by Stephanie Joannou

It’s no surprise that cardigans come in all shapes, sizes and patterns. Well, that’s partly true. There is a wide range of varieties of cardigan to choose from, including the rounded ‘crew’ neck and v-neckline. Some styles are cut to be tighter which go well as dainty finishing pieces to pretty outfits while the baggier sort often better suit edgier, laid-back ensembles (your ex-boyfriend’s old Topman cardigan will suffice).

Kookai Cardigan £55 Asos

This colourful Kookai cardigan is perfect for making any outfit look effortlessly glam.

Luckily cardigans have found their way into a vast array of shops, from ASDA and Primark for about £6 to a comfortable £9.99 from H&M, as well as the more expensive high street stores if you feel like splashing out. Long-sleeved block colour cardigans look great and keep your arms cosy on windy days teamed with a patterned t-shirt and jeans, strappy top, skirt and sandals or a pretty summer frock.

Incase you might be thinking that’s all very well, but it doesn’t mean cardigans are fun, you are very much mistaken… I have discovered that cardigans do, in fact, get a lot more interesting! Ranging from preppy cardigans with three-quarter-length sleeves like those in ‘Grease’, to shorter gathered sleeves.

Another summery option is to go for a cardie with a bit of a frill… frilly sleeves, a frilly neck line or ruffles down the centre all add a bit of excitement.

Topshop ruffle front Cardie, £32

For extra detail, opt for a cardigan with a patterns etched out with gaps. In contrast, dress-length and plunging v-necks are bold styles of cardigan that will stand out if you’re lounging around in Vanbrugh paradise soaking up the sun.

Whatever your choice of cardigan - whether it’s something thrown on top for a punch party or as an outfit in itself, embrace it for its wonderful versatility and affectionately refer to it as your ‘cardie’.

Enjoy.

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