This Just In: Sexy Cardigans Are The New Going-Out Tops

(Shopping) Not your grandma’s knitwear. by Emma Childs July 21, 2022 @shhtephs

The latest of 2022’s unexpected, perhaps even head-scratching fashion trends is — drumroll, please — sexy cardigans worn as going-out tops . Keep on clicking to find 11 sultry options that’ll cover all your date night and party dressing needs . @annelauremais

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Jacquemus Neve Logo Plaque Cropped Cardigan $320 Worn by Megan Fox, Kendall Jenner , and Hailey Bieber , Jacquemus’ cropped cardigan held together solely by a delicate golden clasp is for adventurous dressers who enjoy a scene-stealing piece. See On Farfetch

Rouje Thomas Cardigan €140 A mix of coquettish and sultry, Rouje’s Thomas Cardigan is the sartorial equivalent of batting your eyelashes and saying, “Who, me?” with a coy smile. See On Rouje

Borgo de Nor The Bow Tie Cardigan in Belisama $143 Picture this: You’re vacationing somewhere warm, and after a day of sunning and swimming, it’s time to hit the town for a fun night. Borgo de Nor’s floral-fruity cardigan is the top you throw on. See On Borgo de Nor

GANNI Ruffled Ribbed-Knit Cardigan $255 GANNI’s ultra-cropped, ruffled cardigan is what a zany granny would wear for late-night cocktails with her equally chic besties. Her drink of choice? A citrus spritz that reflects her zest for life, of course. See On Net-a-Porter

Versace Cropped Cutout Ribbed Wool Cardigan $750 Bold in color and flirty in silhouette — Versace’s cutout top is ideal for a late-summer night out. Admittedly, though, it’s best to keep the hardcore dancing to a minimum so as not to tempt fate with a wardrobe malfunction. See On Net-a-Porter

Live The Process Zen Wrap Cardigan $128 You can wear Live The Process’ Zen Wrap Cardigan as an after-yoga cover-up or out for casual drinks — it’s one of those highly-prized multi-occasion pieces you’ll reach for endlessly. See On Mytheresa

Aya Muse Wollemi Sequined Open-Knit Cardigan $980 This sequined and see-through Aya Muse cardigan is designed to steal focus, so wear it with more demure separates, like straight-leg black trousers and kitten heels. See On Moda Operandi

Aritzia Wilfred Plunge Front Cardigan $138 Sensual yet not overtly sultry, Aritzia’s plunging cardigan is the solution to your date-night dressing conundrums. It’s perfect for those restaurants that keep their air conditioning on full blast. See On Aritzia

A.W.A.K.E. MODE Asymmetric Ribbed-Knit Cardigan $340 A.W.A.K.E. MODE’s perpetually off-kilter, asymmetric cardigan is the ideal option for when you want to give off a mysterious “Who is she ?” vibe at a party filled with soon-to-be acquaintances. See On Moda Operandi

Tove Evanne Smocked Knit Cardigan $1,225 Wear Tove’s smocked cardigan for an in-office work day, and then, when meeting co-workers for after-hour drinks, pop open a few of its buttons and swap your professional loafers for a pair of heeled sandals . See On Moda Operandi

Victor Glemaud Cropped Cardigan $395 $190 Team Victor Glemaud’s striped and plunging cardigan with its matching tube skirt for a one-and-done date-night outfit. Or, for those intrigued by Gen Z’s favorite denim silhouette, a pair of ultra-baggy blue jeans will add a bit of streetwear edge. See On FWRD

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