What era were cardigans popular?

Cardigans became popular for women in the 1920s, thanks to Coco Chanel’s button-down iterations of the cardigans worn in the 1800s. Queen Elizabeth has worn cardigans for decades, and in the 1990s, musician Kurt Cobain wore these sweaters, introducing them to a whole new generation. As First Lady, Michelle Obama often wore cardigans, leading to a reported spike in sales. In 2020, pop star Taylor Swift released her latest album Folklore, which includes the song “Cardigan.” Swift’s merchandise includes a cream cable-knit cardigan, which her fans are buying in droves. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary cardigans from top sellers worldwide.