1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater Size small
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater Size small
Ralph Lauren Polo Jeans Co. Grey Cotton Knit Turtleneck Sweater circa 1990s
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Ralph Lauren Polo Jeans Co. Grey Cotton Knit Turtleneck Sweater from the circa 1990s is a
1990S POLO RALPH LAUREN Caramel Brown Linen Blend Knit Serape Stripe Sweater
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1990S POLO RALPH LAUREN Caramel Brown Linen Blend Knit Serape Stripe Sweater
1990S RALPH LAUREN Multicolor Striped Silk/Cotton Blend Hand Knit Native Americ
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Polo by Ralph Lauren 1990S RALPH LAUREN Multicolor Striped Silk/Cotton Blend Hand Knit Native
14K Gold Swirled Shell Clip-On Earrings circa 1980s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
can be styled with a Ralph Lauren cashmere sweater or a Michael Kors denim jacket, demonstrating their
Unavailable
W 14.57 in L 18.51 in
Collectable Ralph Lauren Hand Knitted "American Sampler" Sweater from 1982
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Antwerp, BE
Highly collectable vintage Ralph Lauren sweater from 1982. Hand Knitted shetland wool dated 1982
Vintage POLO RALPH LAUREN 70s Red Cable Hand Knit Cardigan BRITIAN Sweater SMALL
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in Asheville, NC
Polo Ralph Lauren, Rare Find, 1970's, Six Original Metal Buttons, Two Small Front Pockets, Hand
Vintage POLO RALPH LAUREN 100% Wool RARE Deer HAND KNIT Sweater HONG KONG Medium
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in Asheville, NC
Polo Ralph Lauren, 80s, Rare Design, Made in Hong Kong, 100% Wool, Hand Knit, Puffy Shoulders, Size
Ralph Lauren Red Knit Cashmere Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo By Ralph Lauren sweater come in 100% Cashmere in a red tone knit, with a crewneck and ribbed
Ralph Lauren Green Knitted Silk Shawl Collar Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo By Ralph Lauren sweater comes in 100% Silk in a light green tone thick knit, with a shawl
Ralph Lauren Green Cable Knit Cashmere Sweater
By Polo Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo by Ralph Lauren sweater come in 100% Cashmere in a green cable tone knit, with a crewneck and
Ralph Lauren Off White Cable Knit Cashmere Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo Golf By Ralph Lauren sweater come in 100% Cashmere in an off white tone cable knit, with a
Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit Maxi-Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit Maxi-Sweater
Ralph Lauren Gray Cotton Casual Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Ralph Lauren 90s vintage women's sweater. V-neck sweater, light gray color. Fabric 55% cotton 45
1980S POLO RALPH LAUREN Red Hand Knit Wool Nordic Sweater
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1980S POLO RALPH LAUREN Red Hand Knit Wool Nordic Sweater
Ralph Lauren Camel Cable Turtleneck Cashmere Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo By Ralph Lauren Size XL sweater come in 100% Cashmere in a camel tone cable knit, with a
Ralph Lauren Light Green Knit Cashmere Sweater
By Polo Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo by Ralph Lauren Size M sweater come in 100% Cashmere in a light green tone knit, with a
Ralph Lauren Hand Knit Navajo Blanket Inspired Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren Hand Knit Navajo Blanket Inspired Sweater
RALPH LAUREN Size L Tan Linen Blend Cardigan Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
BLUE LABEL by RALPH LAUREN Cardigan Sweater comes in a tan tone in a "Navajo" hand knit linen blend
Vintage Ralph Lauren Hand Knitted Gray Wool Sweater Jacket
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
In this sweater jacket, Ralph Lauren creates great American style with a nod to a British past
1990S RALPH LAUREN Blue & Red Wool Hand Knit Belted Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Exclusive Hand Knit for Ralph Lauren 1990S RALPH LAUREN Blue & Red Wool Hand Knit Belted Sweater
Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit native American Inspired Sweater size L
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit native American Inspired Sweater We currently have two sizes in stock Small
Ralph Lauren Military Navy Blue & Gold Wool Sweater Jacket, 1990's
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ralph Lauren puts a fashionable spin on a military look with this wool knit cardigan sweater that
Ralph Lauren Navy Solid Cashmere Henley
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo By Ralph Lauren Size L sweater come in 100% Cashmere in a navy tone knit, with a henley neck
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater
RALPH LAUREN Size S Olive Green Cashmere Crewneck Pullover Sweater
By Ralph Lauren Black Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL comes in olive green cashmere jersey knit with a crewneck, ribbed
1980/90's Hand Knit Native American Style Ralph Lauren Lambs Wool Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1980/90's Hand Knit Native American Style Ralph Lauren Lambs Wool Sweater
RALPH LAUREN Size M Eggplant Knitted Cashmere Cardigan Sweater
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL Cardigan Sweater comes in a eggplant tone in a knitted cashmere material
RALPH LAUREN Size S Navy Cashemere Blend Wide Shawl Collar Cardigan Sweater
By Ralph Lauren Black Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL cardigan comes in navy cashmere blend cable knit with a wide shawl collar
Ralph Lauren Royal Blue Solid Cashmere Button Cardigan
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polo By Ralph Lauren Size L cardigan come in 100% Cashmere in a royal blue tone knit, with a shawl
Ralph Lauren Brown Solid Cashmere V-neck button Cardigan
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ralph Lauren Purple Label cardigan come in 100% Cashmere in a solid brown tone knit, with a V-neck
Ralph Lauren Cream Cashmere Shawl Collar Tan Belt Closure Cardigan
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ralph Lauren Purple Label cardigan comes in a cream cashmere knit with a shawl collar, dual pockets
Ralph Lauren Medium Yellow Solid Cashmere V-neck button Cardigan
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Size M cardigan come in 100% Cashmere in a solid yellow tone knit, with
Ralph Lauren "Purple Label" Men's Dark Navy Merino Wool Pullover
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren "purple label" men's dark navy superfine merino wool pullover has two hidden buttons
1980S POLO RALPH LAUREN Burgundy & Black Wool Hand Knit Ski Theme Belted Shawl
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1980S POLO RALPH LAUREN Burgundy & Black Wool Hand Knit Ski Theme Belted Shawl Cardigan Sweater
1980S RALPH LAUREN POLO Wool Blend Intarsia Hand-Knit Sweater
Located in New York, NY
1980S RALPH LAUREN POLO Wool Blend Intarsia Hand-Knit Sweater
1990s Ralph Lauren Indigo Blue Cotton Knit Sweater Poncho With Fringe
Located in New York, NY
1990s Ralph Lauren Indigo Blue Cotton Knit Sweater Poncho With Fringe
Chanel Vintage 1990s CC Lapin Fur Cream & Black Muffler
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
with a tailored coat from Balenciaga, an oversized cashmere sweater from Ralph Lauren, or even a chic
1970's Ralph Lauren Fair Isle Sweater Waistcoat Vest
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
Add a charming finishing touch to your ensemble with this 1970's Ralph Lauren sweater vest designed
Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit Maxi-Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit Maxi-Sweater
Ralph Lauren Native American inspired Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful cardigan sweater of black and white knit. The thick knit is soft and cozy, and
RALPH LAUREN Size L Tan Window Pane Wool Cardigan Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
POLO by RALPH LAUREN Cardigan Sweater comes in a tan tone in a window pane wool material, with 5
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1990S Ralph Lauren Black & White Wool Hand Knit Navajo Pattern Maxi Sweater
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Size: Small - Medium
Rare Vintage Ralph Lauren Blue Label Intarsia Novelty Duck Print Wool Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage RALPH LAUREN Blue Label Intarsia hand knitted novelty duck print black wool sweater
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Solid Cashmere V-neck Button Down Cardigan Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Ralph Lauren Purple Label cardigan comes in 100% Cashmere in a solid purple tone knit, with a V
1980S RALPH LAUREN Navy & Ivory Wool Hand Knit Nordic Sweater
By Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
1980S RALPH LAUREN Navy & Ivory Wool Hand Knit Nordic Sweater
Vintage Ralph Lauren Black Cashmere Sweater with a Beaded V Neckline
By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in New Hope, PA
A fabulous vintage cashmere sweater from Ralph Lauren has gorgeous beadwork all around the V neck
RALPH LAUREN Size M Camel Cashmere Short Sleeve Pullover
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION pullover comes in camel cashmere knit with a crewneck and short sleeves
1990s Ralph Lauren wool cardigan
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Ralph Lauren wool cardigan. Geometric motiv and horses print, shawl collar and two front pockets
Ralph Lauren Vintage Pink Wool Cardigan Knit Sweater Made in Italy
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful vintage pink wool knit button front cardigan sweater from Ralph Lauren that is
1990s Ralph Lauren Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Crystal Straps
By Ralph Lauren
Located in London, GB
This Y2K Ralph Lauren silk maxi dress is just about the closest design we have ever seen to the brand's custom made gown for Gwyneth Paltrow to attend the 71st Academy Awards where s...
$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 ...
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top stitch...
Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 LES FAUVES Ensemble Dramatic Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
The iconic Thierry Mugler Fall/Winter 2001 LES FAUVES In Les Fauves, Manfred Thierry Mugler unleashed the woman as predator: elegant, dangerous, exquisitely controlled. This ensembl...
Moschino Leather Jacket with Mirror Trim 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black leather jacket from Moschino. It is open in front with the pocket flaps, cuffs and jacket edges outlined in 3 rows of small square mirrors. It is fully lined and ha...
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2005 Leopard Print Silk Runway Dress – IT40
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, DE
An iconic runway dress from Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2005, this leopard-print silk design reflects the house’s signature early-2000s aesthetic—sensual yet refined, with fluid mo...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Vintage Bob Mackie Size 14 Black Velvet 1990s Sleeveless Sweetheart 90s Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s BOB MACKIE black velvet sleeveless evening gown! Features a flattering satin lined sweetheart neckline and a thigh high slit that reveals just the right amount ...
Ralph Lauren Lacquered Metallic Lace Sheath Dress, Purple Label
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Ralph Lauren Lacquered Metallic Lace Sheath Dress from the Purple Label collection. Clean, timeless lines rendered in an amazing floral metallic lace in inky black. Has a str...
CHANEL Collectors CC Plane Buttons Belted Tweed Jacket 38 FR
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, AE
// Size mark 38 FR / Condition: never worn // —I Inside, a tonal silk lining forms the private interior sky, finished with the Maison’s signature chain link at the hem, the unseen...
$2,500
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Sample Golden Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White and Golden Yellow Very Shimmery Deep low back Size 10 but see measurements below Pristine Measurements in inches lay...
SAINT LAURENT 2023 rose bronze silk satin draped cowl slip dress gown FR40 L
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT 2023 rose bronze silk satin draped cowl slip dress gown FR40 L Reference: TGAS/F00500 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: 2023 Material: Silk ...
Gucci Runway/Editorial Runway Embellished Cape Fall/Winter 2017 Size 40IT
By Gucci
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Gucci Runway/Editorial Embellished Runway Cape Fall/Winter 2017 Size 40IT
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.