St. John Women Pink Blush Cardigan Sweater Classic Chic
By St. John
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
St John women pink blush cardigan. St. John vintage light pink knit cardigan sweater. A rich
St. John Women Pink Blush Cardigan Sweater Classic Chic
By St. John
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
St John women pink blush cardigan. St. John vintage light pink knit cardigan sweater. A rich
$695
Size: Medium - Large
1990s St John Evening Grey Purple Rhinestone Studded 3/4 Sleeves Vintage Sweater
By St. John
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 90s vintage ST. JOHN signature Santana knit rhinestone encrusted / studded 3/4
St John Sport Faux Zipper Knit
By St. John
Located in Miami, FL
Fun St John 90s knit which is made to look as though there are dramatic gold zippers on the outside
St. John Military Blazer Knit Jacket 1990's Black and Gold
By St. John
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
St. John Military Blazer Knit Jacket Navy Blue & Gold Wool Sweater Jacket, 1990's Fashionable spin
$487Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite
1990s St. John Sport by Marie Gray Petite Taupe Brown Beaded Rayon Cardigan Top
By St. John, Marie Gray
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s St John Sport by Marie Grey taupe / beige / khaki and brown open front rayon
Black jacquard sweater with courons pattern St John by Marie Gray
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black jacquard sweater with courons pattern and pearls and gold metal studs embellishment. No
$247Sale Price|25% Off
ST JOHN Evening Vintage royal blue crystal chinoiserie cardigan coat US10 XL
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ST JOHN Evening Vintage royal blue crystal chinoiserie cardigan coat US10 XL Reference: CC/A00409
Unavailable
St.John Metallic Knit Sweater
By St. John
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver and black metallic knit sweater. Rhinestone buttons at shoulder. Stretchy. Crew neck
ST. JOHN Knit Sweater Shell Sleeveless Striped Black White Tan Gold Sz M
By St. John
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC ST. JOHN CLASSIC STRIPED SLEEVELESS KNIT Design: - Classic sleeveless striped
ST. JOHN BASICS Sweater Long Sleeve Knit Top Pullover Ivory V-Neck Sz S
By St. John
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC ST. JOHN BASICS CLASSIC IVORY PULLOVER KNIT Design: - Classic lightweight
St. John Crop Knit Evening Jacket
By St. John
Located in Henrico, VA
This St. John Couture Evening Sweater is a heather black knit with metallic silver. The sleeves are
ST. JOHN COUTURE Size M Silver Knitted Wool Scoop Neck Sweater
By St. John
Located in San Francisco, CA
ST. JOHN COUTURE sweater comes in a silver knitted wool featuring a loose fit and a scoop neck
ST. JOHN Size L Grey Knitted Heather Boat Neck Pullover
By St. John
Located in San Francisco, CA
ST. JOHN pullover comes in a grey knitted heather fabric featuring a silk tie detail, grommets, and
St. John Vintage Red + White Knit Cardigan Sweater Jacket
By St. John, Marie Gray
Located in Sparks, NV
Bright red and off-white St. John knit cardigan sweater jacket with puff sleeves and front hook
1970s St. John Vintage Knit Metallic Gold + Black Button Up Cardigan Sweater Top
By St. John
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage metallic gold and black tiny fit cardigan sweater by St. John for Lillie Rubin
1970's St. John Lipstick Red Knit Cardigan Sweater
By Marie Gray, St. John
Located in Atlanta, GA
St. John has a storied fashion history starting in the early 1960's with its founder and original
St. John Knits for Saks Fifth Avenue Vintage 1970s Cardigan Sweater Jacket
By St. John, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Sparks, NV
Rare older label St. John cardigan sweater jacket with military-inspired detailing. Heavy goldtone
St. John by Marie Gray Dark Green Knit Sweater with Soft Leather Epaulettes
By Marie Gray
Located in Sparks, NV
St. John. Details: Unlined Zip Back Closure Marked Size: US 6 Color: Green Fabric: Wool
St. John by Marie Gray Vintage Military Red Knit Cardigan Sweater Jacket
By Marie Gray
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage St. John Collection by Marie Gray military inspired knit cardigan sweater jacket in red
VINTAGE St John Black Evening Knit Sweater Jacket Cardigan w/ Removable Collar 6
By Marie Gray
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage ST. JOHN EVENING by MARIE GRAY black santana knit long sleeve blazer jacket, with
80s St. John Rhinestone Sweater
By St. John
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s St John Rhinestone Sweater. Hook and eye closure. Firework rhinestone motifs. Padded shoulders
St. John Monochrome Jacquard Knit Draped Cardigan XL
By St. John
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This lovely cardigan by St. John is exquisite. Crafted from a blend of quality fabrics, it carries
St. John Monochrome Jacquard Knit Draped Cardigan XL
By St. John
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This lovely cardigan by St. John is exquisite. Crafted from a blend of quality fabrics, it carries
St John Women's Size 8 Black Knit Cardigan
By St. John
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Long Sleeve Knit Zip Up Cardigan with Sequin Trim
St. John Evening Black Tasseled Cardigan Jacket with Zipper
By St. John
Located in Palm Beach, FL
St. John Evening vertical sequined Santana knit cardigan/jacket has zipper closure that is adorned
ST. JOHN EVENING Jacket Cardigan Blazer Sequin Black Silver Rhinestone Knit Sz 8
By St. John
Located in Hollywood, FL
GUARANTEED AUTHENTIC ST JOHN EVENING STUNNING PAILLETTE RHINESTONE JACKET Design: - Paillette and
70s St. John Knit Fern Green Sweater Skirt Set
By St. John
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is and early 70s St. John Knit Fern Green Sweater Skirt Set. Dress Measurements: bust
St. John Knit Jacket
By St. John
Located in Henrico, VA
This St. John sweater is a beautiful array of colors and is a twill blend. There is button closures
St. John Black and White Knit Sweater
By St. John
Located in Narberth, PA
St. John Black and White Knit Sweater $178 Made in Mexico 70% wool, 10% rayon, 5% nylon, 15
John Galliano Red Knitted Maxi Dress with Heart Cut-outs, SS 2000
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: John Galliano ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 2000 ▪ Fabric: 60% Viscose, 40% Cotton ▪ Details: Open-knit heart shaped cut-outs ▪ Size: Mediu...
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA heavy knit black RUNWAY cardigan sweater coat with zippers
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Azzedine Alaïa black sculptural cardigan from the Fall/Winter 1986 runway collection. Made from a substantial wool knit, the piece highlights Alaïa’s brilliance of structure and...
F/W 2007 Roberto Cavalli Black Fur Strip Trim Beaded Suede Shearling Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black suede shearling jacket from Roberto Cavalli’s Fall/Winter 2007 collection features a fitted silhouette trimmed with plush black fur along the collar, cuffs, and hem. Ornat...
S/S 2004 Christian Dior by Galliano Dress Bias Cut Silk Black Crepe Mini Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
This Beautiful, black silk crepe mini dress for Christian Dior's Spring / Summer 2004 Collection designed by John Galliano features a superb (stretchy) figure hugging silhouette, num...
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Gold Metallic Neck Tie Sleeveless Top
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous metallic gold Gucci sleeveless top, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2000 collection, this top is adorned with a geometric pattern in warm gold and br...
$2,391
Size: Equivalent French Size 36-38
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
By Carven
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
F/W 1993 Dolce & Gabbana Runway Black Navy Fringe Flapper Style Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a chic navy fringe flapper-style Dolce & Gabbana dress. From the Fall/Winter 1993 collection, this mini dress debuted on the season's runway on Carla Bruni, with a similar...
Vintage 2007 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Halter Cheetah Animal Leopard Print Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 2007 Roberto Cavalli Dress Stretch fabric with cheetah print Halter neckline Low cut Gold metal closure detail at the bust Gathered fabric band at the waist Knee length A lin...
Tom Ford for Gucci 2001 Collection Black Angora and Mink Fur Luxurious Sweater M
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
The Most Luxurious Gucci Sweater Ever!!! F/W 2001 Runway Collection Size - M Color – Black, Angora and Genuine Sheared Mink Fur. Made in Italy. Excellent Condition.
Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...
TOM FORD white wool crepe black fox fur collar quilted belted robe coat IT40 S
By Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TOM FORD white wool crepe black fox fur collar quilted belted robe coat IT40 S Reference: GIYG/A00007 Brand: Tom Ford Designer: Tom Ford Collection: Runway Material: Wool, Fur Color:...
NEW Olivia Von Halle Silk Floral Print Lounge Home Wear Suit S
By Olivia Von Halle
Located in Switzerland, CH
Wonderful 2-piece silk suit by Olivia von Halle This stunning suit is cut in a relaxed fit and creates an effortless elegant & luxurious look. • Floral screen prin • Piped silk...
1920s Silk Flower Embroidered Piano Shawl
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful flower embroidered 1920s silk piano shawl. It is comprised of black silk cover in vibrant pink embroidered flowers. It has 14" long silk fringe around it's circumferen...
1990s Patricia Underwood Black Wool Felt Fedora w Mink Trimmed Brim & Mink Stole
By Patricia Underwood
Located in Gresham, OR
1990s Patricia Underwood Black Wool Felt Fedora w Mink Trimmed Brim & Mink Wrap: Fabulously large brimmed fedora with a 1960s coordinating mink sculpted stole wrap. Hat is a larger ...
Halston Metallic Gown
By Halston
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Halston Metallic Gown Metallic crepe long 'Raelynn' dress embellished with twisted halter-neckline and open back with concealed zip fastening. Rrp Approx. £460 Size – ...
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.