1950's Red Knit Cardigan with French Knot Details
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic red knit 1950's cardigan with beige French knot details. So often these cardigans are sequinned or embroidered, or both.
1950's Red Knit Cardigan with French Knot Details
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic red knit 1950's cardigan with beige French knot details. So often these cardigans are sequinned or embroidered, or both.
1950's Dalton Blue Cashmere Cardigan with Collar
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's Dalton royal blue cashmere cardigan with glamorous oversized collar.
Vintage 1950s Pink Cashmere Peony Appliques Cardigan US 6 UK 10
By REMBRANDT
Located in Nashville, TN
This darling 1950's pink cashmere cardigan, embellished with embroidered appliqués of blooming peonies, in shade of pink, peach and cream with green accents, is just the piece for yo...
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1950s 50s Ivory Woven ' Rosettes ' 3/4 Sleeve Vintage Cardigan Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1950s ivory rayon cardigan! Intricate 'rosettes' embroidered throughout.
Beautiful 1950s Light Pink Silk Sequin Beaded Silk Rhinestone Jacket Cardigan
Located in San Diego, CA
Prettiest vintage 50s light pink silk sequined and beaded jacket cardigan. Features all over hand sewn sequins and beads. Dangling pink beads throughout, and at the hem, and sleeve c...
Black Beaded Cardigan
Located in Alford, MA
Black cardigan from the 1950s-'60s embellished with black beads and sequins.
Vintage 1950s cream wool embroidered cardigan monk collar US 6-8 UK 10-12
Located in Nashville, TN
The edge to edge cut of the cardigan is framed by a box cut, completing this piece in a timeless late 1950's silhouette.
1950s Gold Metallic Lurex 3/4 Sleeves French Made Vintage 50s Cardigan Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s gold metallic lurex 3/4 sleeves cardigan sweater!
Bernhard Altmann 1950s Bejeweled Spiders Cashmere Sweater
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black cashmere cardigan sweater from Bernhard Altmann. It has long sleeves and a matching mother of pearl button front closing. It is amazing covered in elaborate colorfu...
1950s Black Hong Kong Beaded Sweater
By Elise Tu
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elise Tu Hong Kong label black beaded cashmere sweater from the 1950s. Decorated down the front, along the back of the neck and on the cuffs with silver and gold beads resembling Chi...
Vintage Ivory Beaded Wool Cardigan, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Exquisite vintage hand-embellished cardigan, crafted in soft ivory wool circa the 1950s.
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Beaded Cardigan, 1950s
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Beaded Cardigan. Off White with Black and Gold Beadwork.
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1950s Cashmere Beaded Cardigan
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Cashmere Beaded Cardigan with Silk Buttons and Trim.
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1950s Beaded Sequin Black Cardigan Sweater
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Beaded Sequin Cardigan Sweater. Hand decorated and Made in Japan.
1950's Black Evening Sweater with Mink Collar
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an elegant and stunning black evening cardigan with a full mink collar, a rhinestone bow buckle, and rhinestone decorative buttons at each cuff. The sweater would be compara...
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1950s Beaded Cashmere Cardigan with Tassels
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Cashmere cardigan with white beading and tassels.
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Size: UK 10-12 US 6-8
Vintage 1950's Cardigan 1950's cream yellow floral appliqués sweater UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly magical 1950's cream acrylic cardigan, embellished with yellow trailing floral embroidered appliqués in a tiered design, creating a blooming petal design, is the perfect p...
Vintage 1950's Cardigan Sequin Embellished Sweater cream knit Cream UK 12 US 8
Located in Nashville, TN
This 1950's soft lightweight wool cardigan, completely embellished in cream iridescent sequins , is the perfect piece to add a touch of sparkle to your wardrobe.
Vintage 1950's Cardigan Sweater Ice Blue Rhinestone Butterfly UK 8-10 US 4-6
By Carlye
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly magnificent 1950's ice blue coloured cardigan, rendered in a jersey knit and edged with pale blue Angora and lurex knitted accents, set off by decadent rhinestone embellis...
Vintage 1950's blush pink cashmere cardigan 1950's sweater pink UK 12 US 8
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the softest of cashmeres in an ever feminine shade of blush, this original 1950's cardigan, is the perfect piece to add yo your timeless collection.
1950's Austrian Beaded Cardigan Sweater
Located in New Hope, PA
A black wool felt collar and cuffs add glamour and interest to this 1950's sweater. Hand embroidered and beaded with silk and metallic thread and sequins and bugle beads the collar a...
1950/60'S Hand Embroidered Sequin Floral Cardigan
Located in New York, NY
1950/60'S Hand Embroidered Sequin Floral Cardigan
Freida Wolf 1950's Appliqued Cashemere Cardigan & Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
This Freida Wolf cashmere dress and cardigan set is a rare example of the hand appliqued custom made clothing produced by women in the 1950's and 1960's.
1950's Schiaparelli "Pin-Up" Style Baby Pink Cardigan
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in University City, MO
Oh this one is so much fun! A 1950's Schiaparelli cardigan adorned with crinkly leatherette pastel patches.
1950's Pringle of Scotland Cream Cardigan with Blue Flowers
By Pringle of Scotland
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Pristine 1950's Pringle of Scotland 100% cashmere cardigan with hand-sewn white seed beads.
Vintage 1950's Black Floral Cashmere Cardigan US 8 UK 12
Located in Nashville, TN
This delightful 1950's black cashmere mix cardigan, embellished with a border of trailing floral embroidery along the hemline, in shades of peach, coral, blue, green and yellow, is j...
1950s Pringle Navy Cashmere Cardigan
By Pringle of Scotland
Located in London, GB
A really great 1950s piece in very good condition.
Vintage 1950's Blue Lace Edge Cardigan Ruffled US 8 UK 12
Located in Nashville, TN
A romance in the softest shade of blue, this original 1950's knitted orlon cardigan, is the perfect piece to keep the chill away.
1950s Schiaparelli White Beaded Cardigan
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in London, GB
Exquisite 1950s soft white wool cardigan from celebrated design house Schiaparelli.
1950s Cream Cashmere & Mink Cardigan
Located in London, GB
Beautiful soft cream cashmere cardigan featuring lovely cut out details backed in lace with embroidered edging. The mink collar is completely detachable and fastens to the cardigan w...
1950'S Mint Green Cashmere Knit Gold Beaded & Silk Lined Sweater Cardigan
Located in New York, NY
1950's Silk Lined Green Cashmere Peacock Beaded Sweater
Harrod's 1950's Red Scottish Cashmere Cardigan Never Worn with Original Tags
Located in New Hope, PA
This cheerful red cashmere sweater has a neat collar and eight buttons at the center front. Made in Scotland and retailed by Harrod's in London it has never been worn and still retai...
1950s Black Wool Heavily Beaded Cardigan
Located in London, GB
This is a truly stunning cardigan dating from the 1950’s. The exterior is a soft black wool and the interior is fully lined with a beautifully soft pure silk lining.
Vintage 1950's cashmere cardigan embellished blue cashmere sweater UK 12 US 8
Located in Nashville, TN
This delightful 1950's sapphire blue cashmere cardigan, embellished with circular ivory satin appliqués, framed by silver claw set rhinestones in a scattered polkadot pattern, is jus...
1950s Black Cashmere Cardigan with Blue Applique
Located in London, GB
Cute vintage 1950s black cashmere cardigan with fun blue velvet appliqué around the neck, down the front and at the cuffs.
1950s Black Cashmere Cardigan Sweater with Rhinestones
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 50s- 60s Black soft cashmere sweater cardigan with large rhinestones applique. Sweater is styled with Albert Capraro Maxi Skirt available for purchase. Sweater size: Small Bu...
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Size: UK 12-14 US 8-10
Vintage 1950s Cream embellished cardigan beaded cardigan floral UK 12-14 US 8-10
Located in Nashville, TN
This 1950's soft cream wool and Angora mix cardigan, embellished with pearlescent white rocaille beads and pearlescent beads with iridescent sequin and bead accents, is the perfect p...
1950s Pink Cashmere Cardigan with Velvet and Pearl Applique
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's pink cashmere cardigan with matching pink velvet ribbon and pearl motif sewn on the front and cuffs.
1950s Hadley Cashmere Cardigan with Insignia and Chenille Dog Applique
Located in Gresham, OR
A sweet 1950s Hadley cashmere cardigan: One top hook. Bullion insignia on sleeve and wool chenille terrier dog patch applique on back.
The vintage sweaters in your dresser may have humble origins, but they can’t be beaten for year-round fashion.
In the 15th century, sweaters originated as jersey tunics and other knitted shirts designed to keep sailors and fishermen warm. Later, during the 1880s in America, these knitted or crocheted vests or pullovers — in Britain, “jumpers” — were thought to substantially help athletes shed pounds as needed. Sweaters were an ideal garment for sports and outdoor events in the late 19th century. The knit fabric permitted movement but the material also protected against the cold. It wasn’t until the 1920s, however, that sweaters were introduced to the world of high fashion, thanks to pioneering designers such as Elsa Schiaparelli, Coco Chanel and Jeanne Lanvin.
A versatile garment, sweaters go well with most looks — from a casual gathering over drinks with friends to complementing a professional ensemble for the office to a night out at the theater. Simply pair a timeless cardigan with slacks or a skirt and your nicest dress shoes for any occasion, in any season, to tie an outfit together.
Once they were considered en vogue, sweaters were no longer strictly made with natural fibers like wool. Over time, fashion designers introduced the use of softer, synthetic materials. Today, traditional sweaters, such as those made with merino wool, are just as popular as more modern creations, such as the sweater dress. Similar to sweatshirts, sweaters come in all kinds of materials, from light synthetic blends perfect for spring to heavier fabrics, like cable-knit wool, to stay cozy and warm in winter and embrace the Danish concept of hygge.
A crucial factor that goes into selecting the perfect sweater is the material. High-quality wool, such as merino wool, which is soft and breathable, will feel luxurious and keep you warm on even the chilliest of evenings. Alpaca fleece, the fibers of which are native to Peru, offers the same warmth as wool, but an alpaca sweater is going to feel even softer than a merino wool sweater, similar to cashmere. Who doesn’t want a slouchy, oversize sweater made of a mix of mohair, nylon and wool on those subzero East Coast nights?
It’s important to note that wool can be a finicky material, easy to stain or distort and stretch. Synthetic materials are not only lightweight, but a nylon or polyester sweater will also be easier to wash and care for. If you opt for wool, take care of your sweater — fabric shavers, fabric combs and the local dry cleaner are your friends.
Sweaters come in various styles like V-neck, turtleneck and crewneck, which is the most popular style. For those extra cold days, a turtleneck offers added warmth without sacrificing style. Those looking for a casual touch that still emphasizes elegance can opt for a long tunic or scoop-neck pullover.
Maybe Versace or Gucci sweaters catch your eye, or ’90s fashion is your thing and a color-blocked sweater dress or John Galliano cardigan of the era is already a closet staple for you. Perhaps you’d rather opt for a 1970s long-sleeve knit top from Yves Saint Laurent. Either way, you’ll find exactly the black, beige or red vintage sweater you’re looking for in men, women or unisex styles today on 1stDibs.
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