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1980s Vintage Cardigan

Missoni 1980s Multicolor Knit Button-Up Cardigan
Missoni 1980s Multicolor Knit Button-Up Cardigan

Missoni 1980s Multicolor Knit Button-Up Cardigan

By Missoni

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Step into the world of vintage fashion with this exquisite Missoni 1980s Multicolor Knit Button-Up

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1980s Italian Cardigans

Gucci Green & Red Trim Cotton Logo Patch Cardigan circa 1980s
Gucci Green & Red Trim Cotton Logo Patch Cardigan circa 1980s

Gucci Green & Red Trim Cotton Logo Patch Cardigan circa 1980s

By Gucci

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Gucci Green & Red Trim Cotton Logo Patch Cardigan from the circa 1980s is a quintessential

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Late 20th Century Italian Cardigans

Chanel Coral Cashmere Cardigan With Gold-Tone CC Buttons circa 1980s
Chanel Coral Cashmere Cardigan With Gold-Tone CC Buttons circa 1980s

Chanel Coral Cashmere Cardigan With Gold-Tone CC Buttons circa 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Chanel Coral Cashmere Cardigan from the 1980s epitomizes timeless elegance and sophisticated

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Late 20th Century Cardigans

Hermes Green Mushroom Print Silk & Wool Cardigan circa 1980s
Hermes Green Mushroom Print Silk & Wool Cardigan circa 1980s

Hermes Green Mushroom Print Silk & Wool Cardigan circa 1980s

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Hermes Green Mushroom Print Silk & Wool Cardigan from the circa 1980s is a striking example of

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Late 20th Century French Jackets

1980s Black Pearl Beaded Maxi Dress and Cardigan Set
1980s Black Pearl Beaded Maxi Dress and Cardigan Set

1980s Black Pearl Beaded Maxi Dress and Cardigan Set

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

1980s with the 1980s Black Pearl Beaded Maxi Dress and Cardigan Set. In good vintage condition, please

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Floral Missoni Cardigan Sweater
Floral Missoni Cardigan Sweater

Floral Missoni Cardigan Sweater

By Missoni

Located in New York City, NY

Vintage 1980s Missoni extra-long cardigan in cobalt blue with orange, tan and gray floral pattern

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1980s Italian Cardigans

Vintage Jean Charles de Castelbajac Blue Striped Red Apple Cardigan Sweater
Vintage Jean Charles de Castelbajac Blue Striped Red Apple Cardigan Sweater

Vintage Jean Charles de Castelbajac Blue Striped Red Apple Cardigan Sweater

By JC DE CASTELBAJAC, Jean-Charles de Castelbajac

Located in Portland, OR

This is a great vintage 1980s JC De Castelbajac vintage cardigan sweater in blue tonal horizontal

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1980s Italian Cardigans

Vintage Chloe Karl Lagerfeld Cream Silk Lace Chunky Sweater 1980s
Vintage Chloe Karl Lagerfeld Cream Silk Lace Chunky Sweater 1980s

Vintage Chloe Karl Lagerfeld Cream Silk Lace Chunky Sweater 1980s

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chloé

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1980s. This beautiful cardigan sweater has Guipure lace at the shoulder front and back and the upper

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1980s Guianese Cardigans

Chanel Vintage Late 1980’s Cardigan
Chanel Vintage Late 1980’s Cardigan

Chanel Vintage Late 1980’s Cardigan

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Nordic Poetry is excited to present this rare Chanel 1980’s navy cardigan. Features zip closure

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1980s French Sweaters

Chanel 1980s Royal Blue Cashmere Cardigan
Chanel 1980s Royal Blue Cashmere Cardigan

Chanel 1980s Royal Blue Cashmere Cardigan

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Let this Chanel keep you cozy! Circa 1980s, this cardigan is crafted from ultra soft royal blue

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1980s French Jackets

Courreges 1980s Vintage Oversized Wool Knit Cardigan Sweater Coat
Courreges 1980s Vintage Oversized Wool Knit Cardigan Sweater Coat

Courreges 1980s Vintage Oversized Wool Knit Cardigan Sweater Coat

By André Courrèges

Located in Sparks, NV

Oversized vintage two-tone wool knit cardigan sweater coat by Courreges. Avant garde shape with

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1980s French Cardigans

CHANEL Cashmere Cardigan, 1980s
CHANEL Cashmere Cardigan, 1980s

CHANEL Cashmere Cardigan, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage Chanel cashmere cardigan sweater. Deep vivid teal green item with signed buttons

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1980s French Cardigans

CHANEL Cashmere Cardigan, 1980s
CHANEL Cashmere Cardigan, 1980s

CHANEL Cashmere Cardigan, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage Chanel cashmere cardigan sweater. Pink cashmere item trimmed with black silk ribbon

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1980s French Cardigans

A 1980s Vintage Wool & Silk Thierry Mugler Cardigan
A 1980s Vintage Wool & Silk Thierry Mugler Cardigan

A 1980s Vintage Wool & Silk Thierry Mugler Cardigan

By Mugler

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A 1980s Mugler cardigan made in mixed fibre consisting of wool, silk and nylon. A waterfall front

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1980s Hungarian Cardigans

CHANEL 'Pearl' Cable Knit Cardigan Dress, 1980s
CHANEL 'Pearl' Cable Knit Cardigan Dress, 1980s

CHANEL 'Pearl' Cable Knit Cardigan Dress, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine & rare vintage Chanel oversize cardigan sweater dress. Ivory wool knit item embellished with

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1980s French Cardigans

CHANEL 1980s
CHANEL 1980s

CHANEL 1980s

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CHANEL 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine vintage and iconic Chanel cashmere cardigan sweater. Vibrant red knit item trimmed in black

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1980s Scottish Cardigans

Rare Escada 1980s Red Knit Avant Garde Oversized Vintage Sweater
Rare Escada 1980s Red Knit Avant Garde Oversized Vintage Sweater

Rare Escada 1980s Red Knit Avant Garde Oversized Vintage Sweater

By Escada

Located in Portland, OR

This incredible vintage red avant garde sweater was designed for Escada in the early 1980's. This

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1980s German Cardigans

HERMES Scarf Print Sweater, 1980s
HERMES Scarf Print Sweater, 1980s

HERMES Scarf Print Sweater, 1980s

By Hermès

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine vintage Hermes scarf print cardigan sweater. Silk twill parrot print front panels with blue

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1980s French Cardigans

Men's Classic Vintage 1980's Hermes Cotton Cardigan
Men's Classic Vintage 1980's Hermes Cotton Cardigan

Men's Classic Vintage 1980's Hermes Cotton Cardigan

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This classic vintage 1980's Hermes cardigan is constructed in a basketweave cotton knit, made in

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1980s Belgian Cardigans

Vintage Kansai Yamamoto Asymmetrical Wool Cardigan, Japan 1980s
Vintage Kansai Yamamoto Asymmetrical Wool Cardigan, Japan 1980s

Vintage Kansai Yamamoto Asymmetrical Wool Cardigan, Japan 1980s

By Kansai Yamamoto

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A vintage wool cardigan in a cool dark-green and black asymmetrical print, by the famous Japansese

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1980s Japanese Cardigans

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By Diane von Furstenberg

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By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

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By Giorgio Armani

Located in New York, NY

Georgio Armani wonderfully elegant black with micro polka dots multi-layer silk chiffon cocktail gown has three layers of silk chiffon finished with hand-rolled and hand-sewn ...

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Eivissa, ES

Christian Dior iconic monogram pants from the Capsule “Rasta Collection” from 2004. Size: S Condition: Excellent

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By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

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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...

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By Bob Mackie

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By Mr. Blackwell

Located in San Diego, CA

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Located in Beverly Hills, CA

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1980s Vintage Cardigan For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1980s vintage cardigan for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Purple and more options on these pages. An accessory like this designed by Escada, André Courrèges and Valentino — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a 1980s Vintage Cardigan?

Prices for a 1980s vintage cardigan can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $144 and can go as high as $2,395, while, on average they fetch $433.

Finding the Right Sweaters for You

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.

Questions About 1980s Vintage Cardigan
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    One of the most popular types of dresses during the 1980s was a tight-fitting sheath with oversized shoulder pads. Peplum accents were also common as were large puffy sleeves. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 1980s vintage dresses on 1stDibs.

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