Cute cashmere cardigans

admin — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 16:49:00 +0000

Cashmere cardigans come in so many different styles. Designers have started to produce a ton of different colors, trends and fashions. Below are a few of the cutest styles and trends.

Fuschia cashmere cardigan

Fuschia or pink cardigans

This is one of the latest new trends. Fuschia or the hot pink color is being seen everywhere. People are saying that it is partly because it is a bright, fun color. In this depressing economy with job losses and less income everywhere, fuschia is making a great splash. Even men are wearing this color and putting it in their outfits whether in the form of a tie or a handkerchief or in the design of their shirts. Having a fuschia cashmere cardigan is a great way to brighten up your wardrobe and to stay within the current trend. If you think it is too bright, pair it with more neutral colors underneath to tone it down. Jeans, black leggings, a white t-shirt, or black tank will all help to tone it done. Another trick is to add a neutral scarf and not to wear it buttoned up, but to leave it unbuttoned.

Loose cardigan

Loose open cardigan from BCBG

Finally, another style that has hit the streets is the loose cardigan that is open in the front. It doesn’t have any buttons, but instead drapes across the front of your chest in a very elegant and flattering way. Women are wearing these to the office and to go out at night. You can wear it tied to the back or draped in front. Sometimes, some of the drapes are longer, although usually they drape shorter in the back. This is a great style for anyone looking for an item that is not constricting and can be quickly thrown over their clothes. It can be worn with lots of different outfits, although make sure the item you wear underneath is not bulky. Even petite women can wear this, although if you are petite, don’t buy something that is too long. Also, the loose fabric in front can be a lot of fabric or less fabric. Look for something where there is less fabric in front, otherwise it can be overwhelming.

Ruffled, cap or kimono sleeves

Trendy cardigan with new style sleeves

Another trend is the different sleeves that are showing up on various cardigans. The sleeves are shorter and there are ruffles at the sleeves. Some are even kimono sleeves and fall out in a bell shape, similar to how jeans flare out. The sleeves flare out and drape the arms rather than hug the arms. These new trends make the cardigans a lot more comfortable since they free your arm movement. Also, for petite women, the shorter sleeves work perfectly since the cardigan sleeves are not too long and you won’t have to get them altered.

What style to buy

admin — Sat, 16 May 2009 16:25:29 +0000

There are many different styles of cashmere cardigans. Choosing the right one depends on your own personal style, your body type, and what you want to wear the cardigan with. The 2 main ones are a long cashmere cardigan and a short cashmere cardigan. The other styles fall into either more trendy cardigans or more conservative cardigans. Read on for more details:

Short cardigan

Nordstrom green cashmere cardigan

Made famous in the 60’s with women wearing them over poodle skirts and tight jeans, the short cardigan is one of the longest lasting clothing items in history since it has outlasted countless trends. It matches almost everything you wear, whether it is a short skirt or trousers. You can dress it up or dress it down. The key to a short cardigan is to make sure it falls at the right place on your body. Ideally, you want it to fall right at the top of your waist. These days, since many pants and jeans are more low waisted, you should make sure that the short cardigan is still long enough to hit at the top of those low waisted pants. You definitely do not want it falling higher than the waist. Nor, do you want it to hit below the waist, hiding your waist line. No matter if you are short or tall, skinny or slightly chubbier, the short cardigan will work for you. Choose a short cardigan in a bright color like red or green to compliment your wardrobe. Or, buy one in a conservative color like black or grey to blend in.

Long cardigan

Vince cashmere cardigan

The longer trend has resurfaced in the past few years and is here to stay. From Gap to Neiman Marcus, you see the long cashmere cardigan being sold all over the place. The key to the long cardigan is to style it with the right clothes. Wear these over tight jeans or just tights. Wear them over a short dress, but make sure they fall straight and are not too short compared to the dress. The key to a long cardigan is where it hits on your body and how it falls. If you are buying a tighter style, you want that cardigan to fall a little tighter down to the middle of your thighs. Basically, the entire fit will be more narrow and body hugging. On the reverse, if it is a more looser style, then it will be fitted on top, but fall out and swing around your body.

Trendy vs. conservative

Sutton Studio cardigan, Bloomingdale's

The final decision for a cashmere cardigan is whether you want a more trendy or conservative one. A conservative one is very long lasting and you can wear it again and again in every season. The look is very classic with nice buttons and a regular shape. It won’t hug your body as much, but it will still flatter everyone. A trendy cardigan changes with the fashions. The latest fashions have more cardigans that drape, have less buttons, and are more voluminous. You won’t wear the trendier cardigan for as long as you will the conservative one but it will definitely be more fun to wear. With the trendier cashmere cardigan, you will feel like it is a great part of your outfit. That season, you will probably wear it again and again. However, be careful, it may not last you more than one or two seasons before the shape or the style disappears.

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