Open Front Long Sleeve Cardigan

An open front cardigan is the least demanding layer you can own. There are no buttons to fasten, no zip to line up, nothing to think about. You pull it on over whatever you are already wearing and the outfit is finished. This one from Double Take is built for exactly that job and does not overcomplicate it.

Material composition is 100% acrylic. That is what gives the knit its softness and its warmth without the weight or the fuss of wool, and it means the cardigan washes at home rather than going to the cleaners. The knit is slightly stretchy, so it moves with you and drapes rather than hanging stiff. Sizing works in combined ranges: S/M, L/XL and 2XL/3XL, which is common in a relaxed layer like this because the fit is forgiving by design. Bust runs 44.9 inches at S/M up to 52.8 inches at 2XL/3XL, and top length falls between 29.9 and 31.5 inches, so it sits past the hip. Sleeve length holds at 18.1 inches across all three sizes. Colors are Deep Red, Cerulean and Black.

Because it hangs open, the cardigan creates two long vertical lines down the front of whatever you are wearing, which is a quietly flattering effect and part of why the shape endures. Over a tank and jeans it is a weekend staple. Over a dress it adds warmth without hiding the dress. Over a bodysuit and trousers it reads closer to a jacket. Deep Red is the one that adds real color and looks especially good against denim and black. Cerulean is the cheerful pick. Black is the one you throw in a bag for cold offices, evening flights and every restaurant with aggressive air conditioning.

Why you will love it

• Open front design, so it layers over anything with no fastening
• Long sleeves and a length that falls past the hip
• Stretch: Slightly stretchy
• Material composition: 100% acrylic, soft and machine washable
• Three colors: Deep Red, Cerulean and Black
• Combined sizing in S/M, L/XL and 2XL/3XL

Care

• Machine wash cold
• Tumble dry low