Why Cardigans are my Favourite Knit to Wear

I recently bought some new cardigans to add to my wardrobe for winter.

i love cardigans

On a few cool days last week, I was wishing for a thick knit to snuggle into.

But thick knits don’t get much of a wear in a Brisbane winter. I tend to stick with jackets and cardigans which can be layered on and off as the temperature changes throughout the day.

And so, instead of looking for jumpers, I started to look for a few more cardigans to layer over my Gorman t-shirts.

I tend to buy block colour knit cardigans because they go well with patterned tops I already own.

Here are a few of the patterned cardigans I came across in my online search.

cardigans on research

1. Katies Long Sleeve Textured Block Cardigan $30 (on sale)

2. Gorman Oscar Cardigan $159.20 (on sale)

3. Katies Block Cardigan $40 (on sale)

4. Elm In Transit Cardi $119

5. Gordon Smith Colour Block Cardi $109

6. Gorman Tetris Effect Cardigan $119.20

I found Dotti to be the best value for money for cardigans and their sale was too hard to refuse. I went into store and was surprised at how roomy these cardigans were. They are an oversized, oversized fit. I walked away with a medium, but I could have got a small.

cardigans from dotti

Dotti cardigans I tried in store (currently on sale) Dotti Lover Cardigan in Seafoam $41.96, Dotti Pia Cardigan in Mustard and Red $41.96

I purchased a red and mustard cardigan in the same style, as I knew it would work with many tops in my wardrobe. I also know from experience, mustard is a fast seller.

mustard cardigan

red cardigan

red cardigan gorman

Some reasons why I love cardigans:

• They can be layered on and off throughout winter
• They are a trans-seasonal knit
• Can work with jeans and top, skirt and top or dress outfits.
• You can have a few to create different outfits, with the same base outfit underneath
• Can layer with a scarf easily
• Can cover your bum and keep it warm

Are you a fan of the cardigan? Or do you prefer jumpers instead?

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