What is it:
What piece of clothing can ring in spring better than a cozy cardigan? The cardigan is the perfect piece for the transition from the cold to the warmer season and is a cozy layer for any outfit. This is particularly true of the long version of the cardigan, which was ubiquitous in the SS24 collections. Designers showed models from knee length to floor length.
Why you should order it:
As already mentioned, the long cardigan is an ideal transitional jacket for the period between winter and spring. But that’s not all: thanks to its timeless design, the cardigan can be worn all year round, for example as a top layer for cooler summer nights or as an additional layer in the cold winter months. This makes the cardigan a good investment for buyers, who receive a product that goes beyond the classic seasons and therefore offers good value for money.
Where we saw him:
The long cardigan was featured in both the men’s and women’s collections, proving its trend status for the coming season. A notable take on the cardigan was seen at Diesel: The brand showed a ruffled version of the look with roughened edges and disproportionate contours. Loewe, on the other hand, showed the cardigan in the brand’s typical avant-garde style and used an oversized knitting technique that literally swallowed the model’s body. Labels such as Max Mara, Michael Kors and Dolce & Gabbana, on the other hand, stuck to more minimalist designs and showed models that could be worn for everyday use, often appearing as matching sets with trousers.
How to style it:
As can also be seen in many brands’ collections, combining the long cardigan with a matching set, usually consisting of knit shorts and a bralette or crop top, is an effortless yet stylish way. The look can be spiced up with leather accessories and lace-up sandals. To enhance the cardigan, it can be worn over a maxi dress of a similar length. To give the look more depth, the jacket can slip loosely off the shoulders, revealing the straps of the dress. If you prefer a casual outfit, combine the long cardigan with wide suit trousers or baggy jeans and a shirt.
The long cardigan is a piece of clothing for the transitional period that accompanies the wearer through every season and offers unlimited styling options.
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This translated post previously appeared on FashionUnited.uk. Translation and editing: Pia Schulz