1950's Pringle of Scotland Cream Cashmere Cardigan with Mink Collar
By Pringle of Scotland
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Darling 1950's Pringle of Scotland honey cashmere cardigan. Beautiful matching honey mink collar
1950's Pringle of Scotland Cream Cashmere Cardigan with Mink Collar
By Pringle of Scotland
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Darling 1950's Pringle of Scotland honey cashmere cardigan. Beautiful matching honey mink collar
Ballantyne Cashmere Ladybug Sweater 1950s
By Ballantyne
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous pink cashmere cardigan sweater from Ballantyne. It has a scoop neckline, long sleeves
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
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1950s Beaded Cashmere Cardigan with Tassels
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Cashmere cardigan with white beading and tassels. Modern day size small/ medium.
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1950s Cashmere Beaded Cardigan
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Cashmere Beaded Cardigan with Silk Buttons and Trim. Light mocha color with chocolate brown
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
1950s Pringle Navy Cashmere Cardigan
By Pringle of Scotland
Located in London, GB
A super cute little waist length navy cashmere cardigan from Pringle of Scotland. It features
1950s Cream Cashmere & Mink Cardigan
Located in London, GB
Beautiful soft cream cashmere cardigan featuring lovely cut out details backed in lace with
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
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
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
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
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
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
1950's Beaded Strawberry Motif Cashmere Sweater
Located in New Hope, PA
Luscious three dimensional red strawberries on a beaded green vine turn this navy blue cashmere
1950s B. Altman Ivory Cashmere Cardigan Sweater w Lush Norwegian Fox Collar
By B. Altman & Co.
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s B. Altman Ivory Cashmere Cardigan Sweater w Lush Norwegian Fox Collar: Lace and chiffon
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. Tri
Helen Bond Carruthers 1950's Hand Appliqued Cashmere Sweater
By Helen Bond Carruthers
Located in New Hope, PA
A camel colored cashmere sweater is beautifully hand appliqued with floral motifs. The appliques
Cream cashmere ribbon trimmed sweater 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The perfect little cover up to add over a dress...Cream cashmere short sleeve, open front sweater
1950s Schiaparelli Black Cashmere Sweater With Rhinestones Embellishments
By Elsa Schiaparelli, Schiaparelli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant Vintage black sweater from 1950's by Schiaparelli in cashmere with a sparkle of rhinestones
1950s Dalton Black Cashmere Sweater with Lace and Pearl Applique
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gorgeous black cashmere cardigan sweater from the 1950s. Beautifully made with cream lace and pearl
1950's Gould's Grey Cashmere Cardigan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Whimsical 1950's hand embroidered grey cashmere cardigan with delightful hand embroidered harvest
1950’s Pink Beaded Cashmere Cardigan
Located in London, GB
A lovely example of 1950’s cashmere, this pale pink cardigan features elaborate asymmetrical gold
Schiaparelli 1950s Beaded Cashmere Cardigan Sweater
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful beaded blue cashmere cardigan sweater from Elsa Schiaparelli. The front is decorated
Lyle & Scott 1950s Beaded Cashmere Cardigan Sweater
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful rich red cashmere beaded cardigan sweater from Lyle & Scot. It has long sleeves with
1950s Ballantyne Designed by Bonnie Cashin Teal Cashmere Cardigan
By Ballantyne
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning 1950s Ballantyne designed by Bonnie Cashin teal cardigan. 100% Scottish stunning cashmere
Beaded black lace & cashmere satin trimmed cardigan sweater 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Beaded black lace & cashmere satin trimmed cardigan sweater 1950s...A beautiful sweater from the
Black Cashmere Cardigan with White Mink Collar
Located in Alford, MA
1950s-'60s black cashmere cardigan with white mink shawl collar, pearl accents on the turned-back
Pink Cashmere Sweater with Baubles and Beads, 1950's
Located in New Hope, PA
This sweet 1950's cashmere sweater is embellished with braid trim at the neckline and cuffs. A
1950's Estelle Parker Cashmere Sweater with Silk Ribbon Flowers
By Estelle Parker
Located in New Hope, PA
Estelle Parker had shops in Palm Beach, New York and Newport in the 1950's where she sold her
1950s Red Beaded Cashmere Sweater
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sweet 1950s red beaded cashmere sweater with gunmetal beading. The cardigan has a V neckline that
1950 Caramel Color Cashmere Cardigan W/ Bronze Beading & Ribbon Flowers
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1950s caramel color cashmere cardigan sweater with exquisite bronze bead and silk floss
1950s Peck & Peck Butterfly Beaded Cashmere Sweater
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous lilac cashmere cardigan sweater from Peck & Peck, Scotland. It has long sleeves, buttons
1950s Giovagnoni Black Cashmere Button-Up Sweater w Tear-Drop Rhinestone Fringe
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Giovagnoni Black Cashmere Button-Up Sweater w Tear-Drop Rhinestone Fringe: Rhinestone buttons
1950s Cashmere Cardigan with Fox Collar
Located in New York, NY
This classic black cashmere cardigan with an over-sized, sumptuous fox collar is a gem. Rich in
1950s PRINGLE Beaded Cashmere Sweater
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Fine vintage Pringle beaded cashmere sweater. 100% heather tan cashmere knit cardigan. Bronze
1950s Cashmere Cardigan
Located in Long Island City, NY
Embellished and beaded cashmere cardigan sweater with pearl buttons. 100% Imported cashmere. XS
Two Interchangeable 1950's Cashmere Cardigans
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Two interchangeable Bernhard Altmann cashmere cardigans with mink trim. One black and one cream
Helen Bond Carruthers Cashmere Cardigan, Circa 1950's
By Helen Bond Carruthers
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Helen Bond Carruthers, circa 1950's, yellow cashmere appllique cardigan, pearl front buttons and
1950s Cashmere Beaded Cardigan
Located in Long Island City, NY
1950s Black Cashmere Sweater with amazing multi colored beadwork on entire sweater (front and back
1950s Schiaparelli Black Cashmere Cardigan
By Schiaparelli
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Schiaparelli black cashmere cardigan sweater with large rhinestone studding and beadwork set
1950s Helen Bond Carruthers Cashmere & Antique Cording Sweater Cardigan
By Helen Bond Carruthers
Located in Rockwood, ON
Helen Bond Carruthers lived in Versailles, Kentucky and in the 1950s she began decorating cashmere
1950s Pink Cashmere Sweater with Matching Fox Collar
Located in New York, NY
This 1950's sweater is a rare find. A soft pink cardigan with its original rhinestone buttons adorn
Dalton 1950's Salmon Cashmere + Fox Fur Cardigan
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Lovely 1950's salmon colored cashmere and fox fur cardigan by Dalton. Ultra classic and covetable
1950s Beth Fritz Red Cashmere Cardigan
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Beth Fritz Red Cashmere Cardigan. Red Cashmere cardigan with rhinestone clasp, roused cuffs
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
By Herbert Levine
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.
$792Sale Price|20% Off
VALENTINO metallic gold leather RUFFLED Evening Bag
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino evening bag in metallic light-gold ruffeld calfskin featuring coral stones and crystal embellished frame and closure. Lined in black satin. Has been carried ...
Spectacular French Art Deco Beaded 'Flapper' Evening Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
Black silk gauze, heavily embroidered with irridized paillettes creating swirling complex patterns highlighted with densely embroidered irridized flowers. The heavy ornamentation of ...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
NWT's BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Embroidered Evening Beaded Bag Bridal Wedding
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Yellow gold hardware and ornate chain Beige tones Embroidered bag with floral design and clear beads Long fringes with a bead placed at each end NWT's Comes w...
JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Located in New York, NY
JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress Bust: 46" Waist: 42" Hip: 38" Length: 37.5" Fabric: 100% Linen FINAL SALE
1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with contiguous stationary fringe that covers the bodice and back side The midsection is dis...
DONNA KARAN 2009 Vintage Gold Draped Cowl Neck Evening Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Donna Karan 2009 Vintage Metallic gold Large draped cowl neck Pullover Lined Size Medium NWT's, priced at $3,800 2 tiny imperceivable snags only noticeable upon super close-up inspec...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
Amazing Russian Sable Coat, Double Breasted, 7/8 Coat with Fold Over Cuff
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Russian sable coat. Double breasted 7/8 sable coat with fold over cuff and a cape collar that can be worn closed around the neck or lower around the bust line. Labeled "Elan Furs"...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
$450
Size: none; comparable to size XS - S
Lilli Ann Paris Powder Blue 3-Piece Western Pant Suit – XS, 1970s
By Lilli Ann
Located in Tucson, AZ
Don’t let the color fool you into thinking it’s a Disco-era castoff. A dash of Elvis (the lapels), a pinch of YSL ("Le Smoking") and a touch of couture (the curvy tailoring and labe...
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk sleeveless gown with v neck satin lapel. Size: 40italy, fit size 6 US Perfect for wedding or rehearsal dinner. Measurement flat: Bust : 36”/ empire wa...
$1,295
Size: 46 / US 10
Vintage Missoni Spring 2004 SZ 46 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn early 2000s MISSONI fully sequined striped knit halter dress ! Features vibrant colors of blue, turquoise, navy blue and yellow throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn clear se...
Tulle stretch jersey leopard printed dress Roberto Cavalli" Class"
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tulle stretch jersey leopard printed dress. Gold metal ring on each shoulders straps, in the front. Wrap on the bust. Double lays of stretch leopard jersey on the bust and waist. pe...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...
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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