CHANEL purple & pink cashmere 2001 01P CLOVER Sleeveless Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel clover sleeveless sweater in purple, gray and ivory cashmere (100%). Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 2001 Spring/Summer Measurements Model Chanel...
CHANEL fuchsia pink cashmere 91A TURTLENECK Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel sweater is crafted in hot pink cashmere (please note the content tag is missing) and designed in a relaxed, elegant silhouette.
CHANEL pink cashmere 20B PEARL EMBELLISHED LOGO Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel sweater in pink cashmere (100%) exudes effortless elegance.
CHANEL pink & white cotton 23C MONTE CARLO LOGO Sweater 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel sweater in pink cotton, blended with elastane (1%) and polyamide (1%), is playfully patterned with all-over white Chanel icons, from the iconic CC logo to ...
CHANEL pink cashmere 2019 19P LOGO MAXI Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2019 logo maxi knit cardigan in pink and off-white cashmere (100%). Features four 'CC' buttoned patch pockets on the front - three of them are still sewn shut a...
CHANEL pink & blue cashmere blend Cardigan Sweater XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Chanel V-neck cardigan in watermelon and midnight blue cotton (82%), cashmere (12%), and silk (/6%). With two slit pockets on the front. Closes with brass CC buttons. Unlined. Has be...
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL 23C white pink stripe logo charm short sleeve ribbed sweater FR40 L
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 23C white pink stripe logo charm short sleeve ribbed sweater FR40 L Reference: KYCG/A00003 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 23C Material: Cotton, Blend Color...
Chanel 2025 Pull Torsades et Bijou FR38 Pink Wool Round Neck Sweater UK10 US8
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel 2025 (Cruise or Spring/Summer) sweater in soft, fuzzy pink wool, slightly fitted cut, round neck, raglan sleeves adorned with an intricate cable knit from neck to wrist, ribbe...
$1,104Sale Price|37% Off
Chanel White Cashmere/Cotton Knitted Pink Fringe Trim Cardigan Sweater
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel white heavy cashmere/cotton knitted pink fringe trim cardigan sweater from 2005 spring /summer collection
CHANEL 21B pink wool alpaca blend ruffle capelet sweater FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 21B pink wool alpaca blend ruffle capelet sweater FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/F00969 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 21B Material: Wool, Alpaca, Blend Color: Pi...
Pale pink short sleeve cashmere sweater with off-white edge CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink short sleeve cashmere sweater with off-white edge. SIZE L
CHANEL pink alpaca 22A FLORENCE STRIPED V-NECK Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel sweater is crafted in a multicolor striped knit featuring shades of pink, red, navy blue, purple, coral, and cream.
CHANEL pink black silk 17S RIBBON KNIT Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cardigan in pale pink, white and black crochet knit silk (61%), cotton (28%) and polyamide (11%), showcasing a richly textured crochet construction where contra...
CHANEL baby pink cashmere 15P CC TUNRLOCK Crewneck Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel classic sweater is crafted from soft baby pink cashmere (100%).
CHANEL blue & pink cashmere 2013 EDINBURGH ARGYLE Cardigan Sweater 34 XXS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel argyle cardigan in dark purple, pink and green cashmere (77%), alpaca (18%) and silk (5%). Features a 'CC' patch at the breast. Opens with six 'CC' buttons on t...
CHANEL pink cashmere 24C LOS ANGELES PALM STRIPED Cardigan Sweater 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cardigan in a mélange of yellow and orange, pale pink and grey, and raspberry and purple intertwined stripes knit polyester (38%), cashmere (31%), polyamide (11...
CHANEL pistachios & pink cashmere 2011 11P CONTRAST TRIM Cardigan Sweater 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel v-neck cardigan in pistachio green cashmere (100%) with pink contrast trim. The design features pistachio green and gold-tone CC logo buttons. Has been worn and...
CHANEL pink blue fluffy lurex cream intarsia crystal CC cropped sweater FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL pink blue fluffy lurex cream intarsia crystal CC cropped sweater FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00469 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Material: Polyamide, Cashmere, Blend Col...
CHANEL pink & blue silk blend 2018 18P STRIPED BOAT NECK Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sweater in pink, orange, navy, light blue, white and coralle silk (61%), cotton (36%) and cashmere (3%) with ribbon stripes woven in.
CHANEL black & pink wool 2019 19B LOGO STRIPE RIB KNIT Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel rib-knit sweater in black wool (87%), polyamide (8%), polyester (3%) and elastane (3%).
Chanel, knitted barbie pink asymmetric top
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, knitted barbie pink asymmetric top. The item is in very good condition. CONDITION: very good condition CODE: ba649 SIZE: FR38 - S MEASUREMENTS: length 105 cm, width 41 c...
2001 CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 01P Spring/Summer RTW 2001 sequin vest
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Rare! CHANEL & Karl Lagerfeld 01P Spring/Summer RTW 2001 red and white plaid sequin vest Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Spring/Summer 2001 - Ready-to-Wear Chanel style: 01P...
Chanel 21 autumn and winter pink bright line knitted pullo
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Metallic Bouclé Knit Sweater – Pink Multicolor, Size 40 (M)A rare and stunning metallic knit sweater in a vibrant pink hue with shimmering eyelash yarn in blue, black, and silver. Th...
CHANEL pink & sand cashmere 2016 16C SEOUL Cardigan Jacket 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel cardigan in pink cashmere (100%) with contrasting sand trim. Features two patch pockets on the front, pink floral buttons and ties with a belt in the back. Has ...
Chanel Pink & Cream Cashmere Cardigan circa 1996
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Chanel Pink & Cream Cashmere Cardigan from circa 1996 exudes timeless elegance and sophisticated charm.
Pink cashmere knit long cardigan CHANEL
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink cashmere knit long cardigan . Branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. SIZE 44 / L
Chanel Cruise 1994/1995 Watermelon Pink Black CC Logo Cashmere Cardigan
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
From Chanel’s Cruise 1994 collection, this watermelon pink cashmere cardigan is pure 90s Chanel attitude. The saturated pink is sharply contrasted with black knit trim woven with the...
Chanel F/W 2022 Pink Striped Cropped Cardigan
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Fall Winter 2022 pink striped cropped cardigan. Features a textured navy knit and ivory stripes threaded with subtle metallic accents for a touch of shimmer, soft blush-pink ...
Long powder pink cashmere cardigan CHANEL
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long pale pink cashmere cardigan with branded button and buttonhole closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side. Shoulder pad SIZE 42 (Fr)
Pale pink cashmere cardigan CHANEL Boutique
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink cashmere cardigan. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. SIZE 42
White & Light Pink Chanel 2021 Cotton Logo Crewneck Sweatshirt Size FR 36
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
White and light pink cotton CC logo sweatshirt by Chanel. Circa 2021. Crew neck. Sparkles throughout. 36" bust, 17" shoulder width, 23" length.
$2,520Sale Price|30% Off
CHANEL 2022 pink white tweed metallic buttons long knit cardigan FR42 XL
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2022 pink white tweed metallic buttons long knit cardigan FR42 XL Reference: KNLM/A00380 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: Spring 2022 Material: Cotton Color:...
Chanel 2006 Maxi Cardigan Manteau FR38 Pink Cashmere Long Jacket Coat UK10 US6
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel long cardigan, like a mid-season coat, in ecru, beige, and pink cashmere knit. It features a straight cut, a round neck fastened with five pink enameled metal jewel buttons, a...
Chanel Cardigan in Pink Cashmere Enhanced with Ribbons, Pearls
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Cardigan in pink cashmere enhanced with ribbons, pearls... Size 40FR. To be noted, a small defect in the mesh in the back of the cardigan. Additional inform...
$2,940Sale Price|30% Off
CHANEL 2022 Runway 100% cashmere burgundy pink tweed 4 pockets cardigan FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2022 Runway 100% cashmere burgundy pink tweed 4 pockets cardigan FR34 XS Reference: KYCG/A00166 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 2022 - Runway Material: 100%...
CHANEL pink blue fluffy lurex cream intarsia crystal CC button cardigan FR36 S
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL pink blue fluffy lurex cream intarsia crystal CC button cardigan FR36 S Reference: AAWC/A00466 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 2022 - Runway Material: Polya...
CHANEL 22A off white cashmere blend pink CC crystal buttons cardigan FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 22A off white cashmere blend pink CC crystal buttons cardigan FR38 M Reference: KYCG/A00078 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 22A Material: Cashmere, Blend Co...
rare CHANEL red pink Camellia CC wool fluffy boucle trim cardigan jacket FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL red pink Camellia CC wool fluffy boucle trim cardigan jacket FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00248 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: P70629 K10207 Material: Wool, Bl...
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Chanel Colourful Pattern Top
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Chanel colourful pattern top. - Size 42.
CHANEL pink 100% cashmere tweed crystal trim swing cardigan jacket FR34 XS
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL pink 100% cashmere tweed crystal trim swing cardigan jacket FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/D00179 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Cashmere Color: Pink, Black Pattern...
$1,824Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL 05A cream pink wool boucle tweed gold CC buttons cardigan FR38 M
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 05A cream pink wool boucle tweed gold CC buttons cardigan FR38 M Reference: GEGG/A00065 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 05A Material: Wool, Blend Color: Cre...
Chanel sweater Summer 2018
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Fringed pink sweater with mid-length sleeves.
CHANEL black & multi cashmere 22A FLORENCE EMBELLISHED PLAID Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel sweater dress in pink, black, cream and turquoise plaid knit composed of cashmere (55%), wool (39%), silk (4%) and polyamide (2%), offering a sumptuous, softly ...
Chanel 94A Hot Pink 4 Pockets Cashmere Trimmed Alpaga/Cotton Vest FR36
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
A rare Chanel classic 4 pockets collared vest in hot pink color contrasted with violet/aubergine cashmere trimmings and decorated with a large CC logo at back. Fully lined in silk.
Chanel Pink Cashmere Sweater
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel pink cashmere sweater with pink metallic stripes, size 42
Chanel Salmon and Pink Trim Cashmere Sweater - 42 - 07P
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Chanel cashmere sweater is salmon colored with a pink trim and is from the 2007P collection.
Chanel Pink Silk Top
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Expertly crafted in France from pure powder pink silk, this classic, pre-owned blouse perpetuates Chanel's finesse with a sleeveless design, a fluid style and bold, textured tweed fr...
Chanel Pink Silk Top
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Expertly crafted in France from pure powder pink silk, this classic, pre-owned blouse perpetuates Chanel's finesse with a sleeveless design, a fluid style and bold, textured tweed fr...
Chanel Pink Crewneck Sweater – 2016 Paris Seoul Cruise Collection – Like New
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Lovely Chanel sweater from 2016 Paris-Seoul Cruise collection.
Chanel Light Pink Cashmere Embroidered Sweater, Circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a light pink cashmere embroidered sweater by Chanel, from the 1990's.
Pink jacquard cashmere sweater with attached scarf Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pink jacquard cashmere sweater with attached scarf. One jewelry buttons in the middle front. SIZE: 38
CHANEL pink cashmere 2012 BOMBAY SCARF Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Bombay Metier 2012 fringed scarf sweater in pink and off-white cashmere (99%) and nylon (1%).
Chanel Pink Cradigan Pearl Logo Button Sweater
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Sz.38. Very good condition.
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 13P cashmere sweater jumper cardigan pink 2013
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Chanel & Karl Lagerfeld 2013 13P cashmere sweater jumper Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2013 Style: 13P / P45625K05696 / AW049 Country of production: United Kingdom ...
Chanel Pink Knit Accent Buttons Sweater Sz. FR42/XL
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Chanel Sweater with Accent Buttons Size: FR42 XL Condition: Very Good Condition details: Minimal signs of use; slight pulls in the fabric and a defect on one button.
Chanel Pink 4-Ply Cashmere Sweater with Camellia Logo
By Chanel
Located in Gresham, OR
An adorable Chanel 4ply cashmere sweater with knit camellia logo. Size 4 US
CHANEL 23C white pink stripe logo charm short sleeve ribbed sweater FR40 L
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 23C white pink stripe logo charm short sleeve ribbed sweater FR40 L Reference: KYCG/A00003 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 23C Material: Cotton, Blend Color...
Chanel Pink Cashmere Sweater
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Austin, TX
1999 Chanel pink/peachy cashmere pullover sweater. Condition: very good.
CHANEL 22A pink alpaca blend striped loose knit Vneck CC logo sweater FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 22A pink alpaca blend striped loose knit Vneck CC logo sweater FR38 M Reference: KYCG/A00195 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: P72980 K10502 Collection: 22A Materi...
CHANEL blue & pink cashmere LUREX Short Sleeve Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
Chanel short-sleeve sweater in baby blue and metallic pink cashmere (100%).
CHANEL 21B pink wool alpaca blend ruffle capelet sweater FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 21B pink wool alpaca blend ruffle capelet sweater FR34 XS Reference: ZETO/A00005 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 21B Material: Wool, Alpaca, Blend Color: Pi...
CHANEL navy blue & pink cashmere 21P CC JACQUARD Sweater 40 M
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel logo jacquard sweater is crafted from navy blue and pink cashmere (with 3% elastane), offering a soft, luxurious feel.
Salmon pink cashmere sweater with short sleeves CHANEL Boutique
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Salmon pink cashmere sweater with short sleeves. One branded button on the top middle back. One tiny tone on to ne "CC" brand on the front on the bottom left side. SIZE L
CHANEL pink cashmere 2009 09A CC TURNLOCK Cardigan Sweater 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2009 round-neck cardigan in pink cashmere (100%). The design features gold-tone metal CC turn-lock buttons, ribbed waistband, cuff and upper arm. Has been worn ...
CHANEL light pink cashmere 21S CONTRAST TRIM Cardigan Sweater 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cardigan in light pink cashmere (100%) is accented with contrasting navy blue outlined seams for a refined finish. Designed with a classic fit and crew nec...
CHANEL purple & pink cashmere 2001 01P CLOVER Cardigan Sweater 42 L
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel clover v-neck cardigan in purple and ivory cashmere (100%). Closses with mother-of-pearl buttons on the front. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 200...
CHANEL 22S Runway pink cotton knit CC logo cropped sweater FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 22S Runway pink cotton knit CC logo cropped sweater FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/E00268 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 22S - Runway Material: Cotton, Blend Colo...
CHANEL pink fluffy lurex cream intarsia crystal CC logo cropped sweater FR34
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL pink blue fluffy lurex cream intarsia crystal CC logo cropped sweater FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00469 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Material: Polyamide, Cashmere, Blen...
CHANEL 24C Coco Love light pink yellow cotton blend crop sweater FR38 M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 24C Coco Love light pink yellow cotton blend crop sweater FR38 M Reference: AAWC/A01378 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 24C - Runway Material: Cotton, Blend...
Chanel Pink Cashmere Twin Set w/Chanel Logo buttons
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Chanel pink with pink trim cashmere twin set with logo buttons down the front and on sleeves.
Chanel pink 100% cashmere twin-set
By Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
2001P Chanel cashmere size 38 sleeveless top and matching cardigan. The cardigan has lovely iridescent buttons with Chanel Paris and the sleeveless top has the CC logo attached to...
In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.
The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.
Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.
But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.
In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed.
Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.
Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic.
After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.
Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.
Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.