From Cosmopolitan · Kara Kia · · 1m 30s
Zara's $50 Breton cardigan solves September
One fine-gauge striped cardigan, three necklines, and a palette that argues with nothing you already own.
In brief
One fine-gauge striped cardigan, three necklines, and a palette that argues with nothing you already own. A $50 navy-and-cream Breton cardigan with buttons is three garments in one, which is why it beats a statement knit for transitional weather. Originally reported by Cosmopolitan.
September dressing is a negotiation
Cold at 8 a.m., too warm by 11, cold again after sunset. The fix is not a big statement knit, it's something you can take off and put back on without wrecking the outfit.
“September dressing is a negotiation.”
The $50 pick
Zara's new striped knit cardigan does exactly that job. Navy base, cream stripes, round neck, front buttons, and a fine gauge that slides under a trench or blazer without bulk.
A stripe that outlasts trends
The Breton has already survived more than 100 years of fashion cycles. Buying one is a bet you'll still want it next spring, which is rare for anything at this price.
“it's already survived well over 100 years of fashion cycles”
Three necklines, one buy
Buttoned to the neck it reads as a knitted top, no tee needed. Left open it's a light jacket. Undo two buttons for a soft V that takes a scarf or a gold chain.
“That's three necklines and three levels of coverage from one buy.”
Navy and cream go with everything
Indigo denim, black tailoring, khaki, cream on cream. Nothing in your wardrobe will argue with it, which is the entire point of a Breton.
“nothing in your wardrobe will argue with it”
The cotton alternative
If fabric matters to you, Mango has a similar striped cardigan in 100 percent cotton for $60, with a dark chocolate stripe instead of cream.
What to remember
A $50 navy-and-cream Breton cardigan with buttons is three garments in one, which is why it beats a statement knit for transitional weather.
