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.
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.
$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 sleeves sweater top !
St John Purple Knit Wool Fur Trim Cardigan
By St. John
Located in Miami, FL
Excellent condition St. John cardigan/jacket in a deep purple knit with mink fur collar and cuffs with elegant gold buttons down the front. This is unlined with very small shoulder ...
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 on a military look with this wool knit cardigan sweater that resembles a Navy jacket.
$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 cardigan. Features brown suede leather tassels that have beads. Whipstitched around the ...
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 fabric composition tag but probably wool. SIZE S
$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 Brand: St John Couture Collection: Evening Material: Wool, Blend Color: Blue Pattern...
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. Elastic waist detail. *Condition: Good vintage condition. Few flaws / snags ( as pictur...
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 knit in black, white and tan colors with gold threading. - Pullover, top zipper on...
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 faux wrap knit in a rich ivory color. - V-neck. - Ribbing around neckline, arms and h...
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.
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 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 pockets but both are just for show, there are no actual pockets or zippers.
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 a boat neck pullover. Made in USA.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: L ...
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 closure.
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. Unlined with front button closure.
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 designer, Marie Gray.
St. John Knits for Saks Fifth Avenue Vintage 1970s Cardigan Sweater Jacket
By Saks Fifth Avenue, St. John
Located in Sparks, NV
Rare older label St. John cardigan sweater jacket with military-inspired detailing.
St. John by Marie Gray Dark Green Knit Sweater with Soft Leather Epaulettes
By Marie Gray
Located in Sparks, NV
By St. John. Details: Unlined Zip Back Closure Marked Size: US 6 Color: Green Fabric: Wool/ Leather Detail Label: St.
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, black and beige.
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 removable sequined collar! Features functional rhinestone buttons up the bodice, a...
80s St. John Rhinestone Sweater
By St. John
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s St John Rhinestone Sweater. Hook and eye closure.
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 a stunning monochrome color scheme. The cardigan has a jacquard pattern that adds i...
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 a stunning monochrome color scheme. The cardigan has a jacquard pattern that adds i...
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 with black chain and black jet beads creating a glittering tassel.
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 rhinestone embellished cardigan jacket in a beautiful rich black silver color. - V...
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.
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.
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% acetate Size Large Length 21" Bust 40" Waist 43"
$12,248
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6/8
John Galliano Pink Bias-Cut Satin Evening Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano, Spring-Summer 2002. Bias-cut evening dress in rose-toned crepe-back satin. The fitted bodice features a draped cowl neckline, with rhinestone-embellished straps. The g...
F/W 2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Pale Blue Layered Tank Top
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous light blue and black lace Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche tank top, designed by Tom Ford. From the Fall/Winter 2003 collection, this top debuted on the season's ...
$1,295
Size: 42 / US 6 - 8
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic late 90s DOLCE & GABBAN black bodycon corset dress ! A classic little black dress that is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. Corset style bodice with adjustable str...
1990s Escada Cerulean Blue Flattering Ruched Jersey Criss Cross Back Vintage Top
By Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Flattering vintage 90s ESCADA cerulean blue jersey sleeveless criss-cross Cut-out back blouse! Beautiful vibrant blue color, and so many flattering details. Features a forgiving str...
Stella McCartney Silk Chiffon LayeredEmpireWaist BeadedDrawstring Blouse 2002
By Stella McCartney
Located in Chicago, IL
British Stella McCartney for her eponymous brand's second collection for Fall/Winter 2002 designed this airy layered silk-chiffon empire-waist cap-sleeve rose-color pullover blouse, ...
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...
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...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
$890
Size: please refer to measurements
VERA WANG 90's/00 Tan Evening Gown w. Bustle Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1990's-2000's Vintage Tan / Beige color, neutral tone Train that bustles at the back Size tag missing will measure later, appears to be a 2/4 Great vintage condition, no ri...
F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Beige Tulle Plunging Runway Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Gucci gown from the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, designed by Tom Ford, is cut in a floor-length silhouette in beige tulle with a deep V-neckline and small cutouts at each undera...
1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Austin, TX
CHRISTIAN LACROIX lace floral dress Condition: Excellent 29.5" bust, 26" waist, 29" hips, 42" length size US 4 / FR 36 / S
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. ...
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 ...
$3,102
Size: 42 (Fr) 10 (Us) M/L
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back and extra panel on the back ( to give more volume) Invisible zip on the left side. Inside fabric belt on the waist with large...
Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 90s Size 46 / 10 Black Jersey Racerback Midi Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 1990s GIANFRANCO FERRE black jersey racerback midi dress ! Features. A draped high neck with a tailored bodice. The back reveals just the right amount of skin. Hidden zippe...
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 ...
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.