Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley Autumnal Open Front Paisley Mohair Cardigan
By Margaretha Ley, Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY slouchy open front cardigan sweater.
Vintage Escada by Margaretha Ley Autumnal Open Front Paisley Mohair Cardigan
By Margaretha Ley, Escada
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage ESCADA by MARGARETHA LEY slouchy open front cardigan sweater.
Roberto Cavalli 1990s Burnt Orange Rhinestone + Beaded Vintage Knit Cardigan Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s ROBERTO CAVALLI burnt orange ribbed knit rhinestone and beaded cardigan!
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Gold Metallic Ribbed Cardigan 90s Sweater
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic 90s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC gold metallic ribbed cardigan! Such a great twist on the classic cardigan! Muted gold color is a wonderful neutral that literally matches everything...
Vintage Benard Holtzmah for Harve Benard Fuchsia Brown Swiggle Cardigan Sweater
By HARVE BENARD
Located in San Diego, CA
Awesome vintage 1980s / 80s BENARD HOLTZMAH, for HARVE BENARD fuchsia pink + brown 'Swiggle' print cardigan jacket sweater!
GUCCI Vintage 100% wool blush nude minimal metal charm cardigan XS
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI Vintage 100% wool blush nude minimal metal charm cardigan XS Reference: LNKO/A02161 Brand: Gucci Material: Wool Color: Nude, Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Extra Details:...
GIANNI VERSACE Vintage wooly checkered pink purple trim cardigan IT42 M
By Gianni Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIANNI VERSACE Vintage wooly checkered pink purple trim cardigan IT42 M Reference: CC/A00410 Brand: Gianni Versace Material: Feels like wool Color: Black, White Pattern: Checkered Cl...
Adolfo for Neiman Marcus Vintage Wool Granny Squares Crochet Cardigan Sweater
By Adolfo, Neiman Marcus
Located in Sparks, NV
Vibrant wool cardigan sweater in hand crocheted Granny Squares by Adolfo for Neiman Marcus. Details: Unlined Front Button Closure Marked Size: Small Estimated Size: Small ...
Vintage Sonia Rykiel 1990s 'Love' Rhinestone Striped Black Ivory Pink Cardigan
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s SONIA RYKIEL black, ivory and bubblegum pink rhinestone encrusted 'LOVE' cardigan top! Buttons of the front, with the word, LOVE encrusted in rhinestones at left waist. Smal...
Moschino Couture 1990s Vintage ' Sea Horses & Sea Shells ' 90s Novelty Cardigan
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vntage MOSCHINO COUTURE 1990s off white / ivory novelty cardigan sweater! Features hand embroidered knit sea horses and sea shells throughout the front. Chic Ruffles at the c...
Sold|$1,200
Gaultier Knit & Satin Zipper Cardigan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier zipper front cardigan featuring panels of multicolor printed knit, blocks of green, and side panels of burgundy satin adorned with silver bull heads.
Sold|$580
Chanel Black Cashmere Long Cardigan
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel black cashmere long cardigan from 1998 A/W collection
Sold|$425
Cashmere Cardigan with Fox Collar
Located in Alford, MA
Among my favorite vintage items are the embellished cardigans from the 1950s-'60s, many of them with fur collars.
1980s I. Magnin Vintage Black Chunky Knit Wool Full Sleeve Cardigan Sweater
By I. Magnin
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s I. Magnin black chunky knit wool cardigan sweater with full puff sleeves.
1960s Vintage Ethel Beverly Hills Brown 100% Wool Knit Rings Cardigan Sweater
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1960s brown wool knit cardigan sweater with plastic rings by Ethel Beverly Hills.
Chic Vintage Adolfo Saks 5th Ave. Military Cardigan Sweater w/ Chain Belt
By Adolfo
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolute Chic vintage Adolfo for Saks 5th Ave. cardigan, with matching gold chain belt, interlaced with brown suede.
Vintage Lanvin Haute Couture Aztec Navy Blue Indigo Wool Challis Wrap Cardigan
By Lanvin Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage LANVIN Haute Couture Numbered early 80s lightweight wool challis Aztec print open front cardigan / wrap sweater!
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.
1970s Missoni Vintage Pink Brown Ivory Striped Open Front Cardigan Sweater Top
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s MISSONI Orange label open front Sweater cardigan! Features warm tone of pink, brown, ivory, and some light blue throughout.
Vintage Celine Black Virgin Wool Ribbed Cardigan Sweater w/ Gold Horsebit Chains
By Celine
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect black cardigan! This vintage CELINE jumper is so smart, and perfect for everyday!
Rancher by Schott Chunky Knit Cardigan Brown Knitted Eagle Motif - 1990s Vintage
By SCHOTT
Located in KENT, GB
Product details: RANCHER BY SCHOTT - Chunky Knit Cardigan - Brown Knitted Eagle Motif Throughout - Dark Green Floral Motifs - Front Zipper Fasten - Leather Zip Pull Detail - Shawl ...
Ethel Beverly Hills 1960s Vintage Wool Cardigan Sweater with Metallic Gold Trim
Located in Sparks, NV
Chunky knit natural wool cardigan sweater with metallic gold trim and bead detail. By Ethel Beverly Hills. Details: Unlined No Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size...
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 buttons and pointed collar. Details: Unlined Front Button Closure Marked Si...
Hermes Nautical Silk Scarf Cardigan Sweater
By Hermès
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage Hermes black silk and wool cardigan. Front silk panels, wool arms and back.
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.
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Purple Wool Knit Cardigan w/Green Trim&Toggle Buttons
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent deep purple wool knit cardigan with green knit trim, wooden toggle buttons and a vent at each bottom side seam.
Yves Saint Laurent Cardigan with Mongolian Lamb Fur Trim Black Wool Vintage 70s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Fabulously chic black cardigan, designed by Yves Saint Laurent, most likely in the late 70s.
Vintage Navy Blue Fully Beaded Iridescent Fringed Silk 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage beaded silk 3/4 sleeve navy blue beaded cardigan!
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent " Rive Gauche " Leopard Print 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage Yves Saint laurent "Rive Gauche" colorful leopard print 3/4 sleeve cardigan sweater.
Sonia Rykiel Sweater Wrap Style Black Wool Angora Knit Cardigan Vintage 90s 40
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned, vintage wrap style cardigan sweater by Sonia Rykiel Paris, likely made in the 90s.
1970s Holly's Harp Early Label Black Silk Jersey Boho Wrap Cardigan Vintage Top
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 70s HOLLY'S HARP early label black silk jersey short dolman sleeve wrap cardigan! Features Harp's signature drapes and gathers throughout. Ties shut at center bust, though...
1950s Monhan's Ltd. Black Pink Asian Wool Hong Kong Vintage 50s Cardigan Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic stylish mid century 1950s MONHAN'S LTD. Asian black and pink soft wool cropped cardigan! Features the softest virgin wool that is fully lined. Pink and fuchsia silk ribbon detai...
Chanel Ivory Fall/Winter 2001 Cashmere Cardigan
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Product Details: Vintage ivory cashmere open front cardigan by Chanel.
Elliana Capri Reworked Chunky Knit Asymmetric Cardigan
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this handmade knitted cardigan by emerging knitwear designer Elliana Capri!
1970s Adolfo Ruffle Knit Long Cardigan Dress
By Adolfo
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Adolfo New York. We love the drama that this sweater/coat provides while also being comfortable. It closes with a hidden long velcro piece which was likely added afterwards an...
Vanilla Beaded Sweater Girl Cardigan - Hong Kong, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A highly "pettable" blend of angora and wool, this cardigan strikes the ideal balance between allure and discretion.
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red Knit Cardigan
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
There is just a touch of "Heidi in the Alps" to this bright red floral cardigan. Very good vintage condition.
Chanel Wool 2014 Pre-Fall Paris Dallas Cropped Cardigan
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This cardigan will look amazing over a neutral dress or top and skirt combination.
Schiaparelli Soft Black Floral Beaded Embellished Cardigan Sweater, 1960s
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in San Francisco, CA
Schiaparelli vintage 1960s black cardigan sweater with rib knit collar and cream floral beading at chest.
Helen Harper 1960s Black Wool Cardigan With Beaded Embellishment
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1960s silk lined fine knit cardigan in black with gold beaded embellishment is in impeccable vintage condition and a wonderfully diverse piece to transcend seasons and...
SONIA RYKIEL Black & Red Fuzzy Wool Knit Tie Cardigan Jacket
By Sonia Rykiel
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage SONIA RYKIEL cardigan jacket comes in black fuzzy textured wool and features a crewneck, frontal pockets, double tie closure, and red color block panel back.
RALPH LAUREN Size S Black Red Black Wool Shawl Collar Cardigan
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage RALPH LAUREN cardigan in a black wool knit featuring a red and black Nordic pattern, shawl collar, and belted closure.
Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons Sheer Metallic Button Up Cardigan Sweater
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons, Comme des Garçons
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage metallic bronze cardigan sweater by Junya Watanabe for Comme des Garcons.
Black Angora Bead and Sequin Evening Cardigan Sweater, Hong Kong - S-M, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A highly "pettable" blend of angora and wool, this cardigan strikes the ideal balance between allure and discretion.
Sold|$2,903
Chanel Boutique Vintage Pink Sweater
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel Boutique Vintage Pink Cardigan with 4 tasks and 3 bottons on the front
Chanel Vintage '97 Beige Cashmere Sweater Set sz 44
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '97 Beige Cashmere Sweater Set Made In: France Year of Production: 1997 Color: Beige and grey Composition: 100% cashmere Lining: None Closure/Opening: Top- pull...
Vintage Chrome Hearts Black Cashmere Blazer Sweater, Size Small
By Chrome Hearts
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Featuring 100% cashmere blazer sweater with front silver tone zip closure and v neck line designed by Chrome Hearts in U.S.A.
Vintage Loris Azzaro Metallic Pink and Silver Leather Sweater 1980s
By Loris Azzaro
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Loris Azzaro metallic pink and silver leather sweater from the 1980s. Pinks and silver metallic thread are crocheted together to create this sparkly sweater. In addition, the...
Vintage CHANEL Cashmere Knit Yellow Turquoise Trim CC Logo Button Top
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL Cashmere Knit Yellow Turquoise Trim CC Logo Button Top Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 14.96 inches (38 cm) Sleeves: 4.72 ...
GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage black leather cord lace up sweater XS
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI TOM FORD Vintage black leather cord lace up sweater XS Reference: ANWU/A00658 Brand: Gucci Designer: Tom Ford Material: Silk, Cotton Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Lace U...
1960s Vintage Gino Paoli Mustard Yellow Italian Wool Knit Sweater Jacket
By Gino Paoli
Located in Sparks, NV
Mustard yellow Italian wool knit sweater jacket by Gino Paoli. Mod windowpane design with button up front. Details: Unlined Front Pockets Front Button Closure Marked Size: U...
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage purple black lace up hem turtleneck sweater S
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage purple black lace up hem turtleneck sweater S Reference: TGAS/E00460 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Designer: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: FEMME Material: Vir...
Frank Usher Vintage Black, Ivory, & Gold Silk, Sequin, & Beaded Jacket- L-1980's
By Frank Usher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Frank Usher Vintage Black, Ivory, & Gold Silk, Sequin, & Beaded Jacket- L-1980's. This vintage jacket is in good vintage condition, with only some wear consistent with age. It featu...
Vintage Valentino lavender soft cashmere wool knit sweater with satin trim 1980s
By Valentino
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Valentino soft cashmere and wool knit sweater with satin trim from the 1980s. Raglan sleeves with finished cuff. Closes at the front with a top stitched satin band and beautiful squa...
1980s Leonard Orange and Yellow Floral Sweater Set
By Leonard
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Short sleeve t-shirt style inner sweater with matching button front cardigan. Excellent vintage condition. Fits like a US 8.
2000 Oscar De La Renta Navy Cashmere Knit Sweater w/ Brass Coil & Beadwork Trim
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Gresham, OR
Rib-knit fitted waist gives a vintage 1950s feel. Size Medium.
William Schmidt Norwegian Fair Isle Style Sweater, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
The band at the cuffs and pewter buttons at the front add quality details that create a classic knitwear look. Just imagine this cardigan with vintage ski pants or your favorite woo...
Ungaro Parallele Wool Intarsia Sweater Jacket
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in New York, NY
Striking Ungaro Parallele, Paris Wool Intarsia Sweater Jacket with vibrant florals, paisleys and stripes with large shoulder pads. Gilt flower buttons. 1990's France. Wool/wool blen...
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.
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