⚡Very Hot · Heat Index 88
The Top Men's Men's Cardigans
The cardigan is the most underrated piece in the business-casual canon — worn open over a shirt it functions as a blazer alternative; buttoned up it reads like a knit sport coat. The best cardigans occupy the rare position of being genuinely appropriate from a client meeting to a dinner reservation.
Why It's Trending
- The shacket trend softened men's attitudes toward wearing layering pieces open, rehabilitating the cardigan as a result
- Luxury brands have driven the cardigan into aspirational territory with cashmere and fine merino versions
- The 'professor' and 'old money' aesthetics trending on social platforms have made elbow patch and cable-knit cardigans desirable
- The cardigan's versatility — shirt layer, sweater layer, or standalone — makes it exceptional value per outfit
What to Look For
- 1A button-front cardigan in merino reads dressier than a zip-through, which skews athletic
- 2Shawl collar cardigans are the most formal; V-neck is mid-register; crew neck is the most casual cut
- 3Ribbed hem and cuffs ensure the cardigan holds its shape — unstructured hems drop and stretch over time
- 4Elbow patches add visual interest and protect a high-wear area — a practical detail that reads intentionally preppy
⚡Very Hot
5.3%
88
Heat Index
Gaining momentum across the board
30-day momentum
Price range$75 – $595
Top brands
Drake'sPolo Ralph LaurenHowlin'Todd SnyderJ.CrewBanana Republic
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