Cardigans 26: 35 Ways to Layer This Autumn

There is a particular kind of cardigan we all reach for again and again. Not the one that stays folded at the back of the drawer, but the one that goes over a white tee on the way out of the door, and is still on your shoulders by the time you get home.

That is the idea behind Cardigans 26. We have gathered 35 styles in one place, from soft florals and autumn leaves to bold stripes, spots, checks and plain colours you can wear with almost anything.

Prints with Personality

If you love a pattern, this is where to begin. Delicate botanical prints in blue and white, wildflowers in full bloom, roses on cream, maple leaves in autumn oranges and even a few cats. Most of the printed styles have wooden-style buttons and a relaxed, open-front shape that layers easily over a tee, a blouse or a dress.

Stripes, Spots and Checks

For something a little more playful there are knitted stripes in fresh greens and soft blues with orange trim, a cream cardigan with polka dots and a mustard hem, and a warm check in orange and rust. Each one is easy to dress up or down.

Plain and Simple

Sometimes you just want one good colour. There are cardigans in mustard, soft pink, grey and orange, some with a chest pocket or a hood, all chosen to sit comfortably with jeans, trousers or a favourite skirt.

A Few to Start With

BriarwoodAutumn maple leaf printWrenStriped knit, polo collarMabelStriped, contrast trimTansyWildflower printKivaraFlorals on blackTiverlyBlue botanical printMoniqueSpots and mustard colourblockAnnaCheck knitCharlotteCat printBerlindaMustard knit with chest pocket

Sizing and Care

Sizes vary by style, with many ranging from S all the way up to 5XL. Every product page has its own details on fit, fabric and care, so you can check the length and the fit before you choose. In general, we recommend a gentle machine wash on a cold cycle and drying flat to keep the knit in shape.