Cardigans

Like most, I have a handful of pieces in my wardrobe that I reach for when I need a little lift. The kind of items that brighten my complexion when I’m feeling tired, or are reliably comfortable and slot into most outfits without much planning. While I have a soft spot for the more statement-making pieces in my collection, it’s these reliable staples that hold the most value.

Now that the weather has begun to cool, my wardrobe heroes are shifting slightly, and one item in particular has taken centre stage: a cardigan that seems to draw compliments every time I wear it.

In a soft, optimistic shade of blue, this cardigan is easily one of my most-loved pieces. Perhaps it’s the pretty tone, a refreshing departure from my otherwise neutral palette, or maybe it’s the calm, almost serene feeling it gives me when I slip it on. Whatever the reason, the combination of this cardigan with denim never fails to spark admiration.

Unlike the light greys and soft beiges I usually gravitate towards, this wash of colour injects instant freshness into my autumn looks. And while I’ve mostly been pairing it with jeans, it proves versatile—layering beautifully over tailored trousers and the season’s favourite white skirts.

I’m clearly not alone in my affection for this trending knit. Influencers have been quick to embrace its easy silhouette this season, while both high-street and designer labels are offering up their own interpretations. While I picked up American Vintage’s Vitow Cardigan (£165), there are plenty of chic options on the market right now.