Women's Cardigans

Women's cardigans from L'AGENCE, RIANI, Luisa Cerano, Kinross and Polo Ralph Lauren, from cropped styles to classic crewnecks and cashmere. Layering cardigans for the office, weekends and cooler evenings, carried at Channer's in London, Ontario and online across Canada.

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How to Choose a Women's Cardigan

Pick by weight and length. A cropped cardigan ends at the waist and pairs with high-rise pants and skirts. A classic crewneck or V-neck hits the hip and works over a dress or with denim. Fibre sets the warmth and the care: cashmere and alpaca are warmest, cotton is the easiest to wash. A fine-gauge knit sits flat under a coat or blazer; a chunky cable knit is a layer on its own.

Cropped, Cashmere and Cable-Knit Cardigans

L'AGENCE makes cropped and statement cardigans, with dressier versions for evenings, and American Dreams adds colour and softer, textured knits.

For classic shapes, Polo Ralph Lauren's cable-knit cardigans are the everyday option: cotton, easy to wash and right over a shirt or a dress.

Luxury knits come from Kinross in cashmere, alongside Luisa Cerano and RIANI for European cuts in wool and blends.

How to Wear a Cardigan

A cardigan over a silk blouse from women's tops covers the office; over women's dresses it carries a summer dress into fall. Fasten only the middle button over a dress to mark the waist, or button it fully and wear it as a top on its own. For a pullover instead, see women's sweaters and knitwear. Either one pairs with the pants, skirts and denim in women's clothing.

Cashmere Cardigan Care and Alterations

Cashmere and alpaca should be hand washed or dry cleaned and stored folded, since hanging stretches the shoulders. Cotton cardigans machine wash cold. Cedar in the drawer keeps moths away from wool and cashmere through the summer. Alterations on regular-priced purchases, including sleeve length, are complimentary at the London store.

FAQs About Women's Cardigans

What is the difference between a cardigan and a sweater?

A cardigan opens at the front with buttons, a zip or no closure, so it layers over another piece. A sweater is a pullover. Cardigans are the more flexible layer for changing temperatures, since they open or come off easily as the day warms up.

How should I wear a cropped cardigan?

With high-rise pants, a midi skirt or a dress, so the hem of the cardigan meets the waistband. Cropped styles from L'AGENCE and American Dreams are cut for exactly that. Longer, hip-length cardigans suit mid-rise jeans and straight pants instead.

Which cardigans are cashmere?

Kinross is a cashmere specialist, and its cardigans are the warmest for their weight. Other labels mix cashmere into wool or cotton blends. Fibre content is listed on each product page, and anything with cashmere should be hand washed or dry cleaned.

Is a cardigan business casual?

Yes. A fine-gauge cardigan in a solid colour over a blouse or a plain T-shirt is business casual in most offices. Sequin and cropped styles are for evenings and weekends. For a more structured office layer, see women's blazers.

How do I wash a cashmere cardigan?

Hand wash in cool water with a wool detergent, press out the water without wringing, and dry flat away from heat. Dry cleaning is the alternative. Fold rather than hang to keep the shoulders from stretching. A cashmere comb removes any pilling after a few wears.