Once You Wear These Cardigans, You May Leave Blazers Behind Forever (2024)

Buck Mason isn’t just a top menswear brand for winter sweaters, it’s a one-stop-shop for classic, reasonably-priced, well-made wardrobe essentials that feel and fit how you like them. With a full-cut for a super cozy look and a touch of cashmere for added softness and heat retention, this timeless cardigan is a solid investment for your winter wardrobe.

Old New England fishermen wore sweaters that looked like this, but never ones that were made from a merino wool and cashmere blend. Peter Miller honors that classic look but gives the feel a serious upgrade. The tailored fit and fine fabric make this cardigan a great substitute for a blazer. Rock it with a pair of chinos and a white oxford shirt.

Aran cable knit sweaters are a staple of Irish life. Fishermen made them famous for their warmth and durability. Historically, the intricate cable knit designs were unique to individual families as a form of identity. Now, the ornate designs are just decorative and look really cool.

Comme des Garcons perfected the dimensions and details of the humble v-neck cardigan. With a fit that is just right, a neck that drops to the perfect spot, and a fine wool fabric that is both soft and warm, every box is checked. The distinctive PLAY heart logo patch is the icing on the cake.

If your winter style icon is The Dude from The Big Lebowski, you need this cardigan. The Original Westerley Cardigan from Pendleton is an exact recreation of a zip-front sweater from 1972 made famous by Jeff Bridges’ now-iconic character. The ring zipper pull, shawl collar, and Greek key pattern all give this sweater a lived-in feel that’s perfect for lounging around the house.

Peregrine builds gear like this cardigan to handle the harsh British winters. The heavy merino wool weave and thick rolled shawl collar of this cardigan will keep you warm all winter long. Ribbed weaves make this super flexible, allowing you to move around unencumbered. Leather wrapped buttons are always a nice touch.

Originally a staple of tennis apparel, Lacoste and cardigans go hand-in-hand. This solid wool option has no pockets, just a clean front featuring the signature croc patch for a vintage preppy staple. It looks great with an oxford shirt or polo underneath, or go more chill with jeans and a t-shirt.

A cardigan is often a good substitute for a blazer, especially this merino blazer cardigan from Charles Tyrwhitt. It is essentially a standard fine wool sweater with a woven notch lapel instead of a shawl collar. Wear it over a dress shirt for a super cozy office look or wear it with a t-shirt for your holiday party.

Everything about this John Varvatos cardigan is made for pure comfort. Oversized and extra long, it drops to around the knees like a robe. The chunky cable knit design feels like you're wrapped up in a warm blanket. Made from a merino wool and alpaca blend, it's also incredibly soft. Best of all, it just looks really cool.

Everything Faherty makes is designed for beach life. This bold cardigan, emblazoned with the brand logo surrounded by palm trees and choppy seas, goes above and beyond. If you're missing the slat water, sand, and sun this winter, put this cardigan on to warm you up inside and out.

Here's a clean black cardigan with a lean silhouette and and sharp shawl collar that almost looks like a blazer. Wear it over you t-shirt while WFH, or layer it over your favorite button-up at the office for a foolproof nine-to-five look.

Decorated with the kind of narrow white and blue stripes typical of dress shirts, this Todd Snyder cardigan makes an ideal substitute for a button down. It helps that the fabric is 100% cashmere, making it warmer and softer than any shirt. It definitely looks best with denim. Style it with a washed out pair of jeans, a denim jacket, or both.

What looks like a plain cotton cardigan at first glance, is actually decorated with a subtle weave design running along the collar and placket. A similar detail is displayed around the cuff. These little additions make this Bonobos cardigan a a great option for both business and causal looks.

Canadian high-end sportswear company Reigning Champ offers a fun blend between a cardigan and a sweatshirt. Made in Vancouver out of the brand's very own mid-weight terry fabric, it is soft, durable and machine washable. Hoodie style kangaroo pockets and snaps instead of buttons provide a relaxed look. This is the ultimate chilling around the house cardigan.

For a flashier look, go with this floral pattern cardigan from Abercrombie. Made from a cotton and nylon blend, it is super soft and machine washable. This is the centerpiece of any outfit. Dress it up with corduroy pants and a pair of derby shoes for a great party look.

What better way to decorate a standard issue v-neck cardigan than embroidering a large koi finish on the chest? Percival went extra fancy with the fabric as well, using a lush mohair and and wool blend. It is fuzzy like a warm blanket, but way more stylish.

For a more rugged take on a sweater blazer, this chunky cotton cardigan from 3sixteen is more log cabin than board room. Style it with jeans for a weekend look, whether you plan on leaving the house or not. Top it off with a pair of cozy slippers.

Go full Barbie-core with this bubble gum pink cardigan from All Saints. The simple v-neck design balances out the loud color, making it easy to style. It is a slightly loose fit goes great with jeans or dress pants. Wear your favorite graphic t-shirt underneath for a great party outfit.

Everlane designed this cardigan to fit a little oversized for extra comfort. A distinct blend of alpaca, merino wool, and cotton makes this sweater both soft and warm. It is a thicker weave than most v-neck cardigans, and drops a little lower in the body, so it works best as a top layer.