The classic cardigan is making a comeback – these are the best ways to style it.
New knitwear alert! We know what you’re thinking – knitwear for summer? Yes, really. Just because the warmer days are here doesn’t mean knitwear has to be destined for the vacuum bags. In fact, the ‘new in’ sections are filled with one style in particular: the cardigan.
A much-loved favourite by grandpas and Geography teachers, the classic button up is the key to summer looks. Zara’s beige cardigan and crop top combo went viral at the beginning of the year after paying homage to that Katie Holmes cashmere set. Now, Zara has created a mint green embroidered number that’s already proving to be just as popular. The matchy-matchy set is a refreshing way to wear the cardigan for 2020.
Influencers including We The People Style’s Jessie Bush have also been showing off another way to style the cardigan: wearing it as a top. Button up with nothing else underneath and tuck into jeans or a slip skirt for a nod to the 90s. Is this the perfect WFH outfit? We think so. This is why we’ve searched some of our favourite sites to find the very best styles for summer – from & Other Stories’ short sleeved number to Acne Studios’ classic grey beauty. These are the nine cardigans to add to your online baskets, pronto.
Best summer cardigans 2020
& Other Stories
Best cardigans: & Other Stories Polo shirts are key this season – opt for a cardigan style and you’ll tick off two micro trends in one.
Wear this one with a slinky slip skirt and lace up shoes. For a more casual vibe, switch to jeans and kicks.
Topshop
Best cardigans: Topshop Yellow is the sunshine shade that’s uplifting outfits everywhere for summer. From dresses to knitwear, this buttery cardigan is just made to be worn with light wash denim.
Tip: this cropped style is perfect for styling as a top.
Olive Clothing
Best cardigans: Olive Clothing The simple wrap cardi is the perfect WFH style. Throw on with a slip skirt or joggers and voila.
Zara
Best cardigans: Zara There’s a matching crop top to this green embroidered number. Who would have thought the twinset would be cool again? The best part is it’s Zara-approved.
Lee Matthews
Best cardigans: Lee Matthews Also proving cardigans can be cool, this collared style by Lee Matthews is a summer hit. Try it out with wide leg trousers and chunky sandals.
Arket
Best cardigans: Arket Add a pop of colour into your knitwear collection with a lilac cardi. Keep it sleek by wearing it buttoned up as a top with tailored trousers and a chain necklace. It also comes in four other colours.
Mango
Best cardigans: Mango Zara isn’t the only site that has great co-ords this season, Mango has this fringe knit with matching crop top.
We’ve already seen someone wearing it on our daily walk, no doubt it’s going to be a hit with the rest of the #MangoGirls this summer.
Acne Studios
Best cardigans: Acne Studios Acne Studios’ knitwear is always an investment buy. Known for being long-lasting, if you invest in a simple style it’ll never date.
Try this perfect pink with a white T-shirt, jeans and red sandals for a cool clash.
Comme Des Garçons Girl
Best cardigans: Comme Des Garçons Girl If you like knitwear that you’ll get wear out of, go for a brand like Comme Des Garçons Girl. Its classic styles in neutral hues will go the distance in your wardrobe.
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