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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Cozy Cardi Capsule https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:37:49 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400545 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 14:59:13 +0000 Beth Ann 1400545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Lyn:  Love the way you've styled the zippered jacket -- the graphic tees give fun and a modern update to a classic silhouette. lyn67 on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400515 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 13:49:00 +0000 lyn67 1400515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes! I love the current selection  of the cardis, too. I find them very comfy and still dressy enough for my lifestyle, if styled in the right way.  I recently bought one aztec pattern (see in nr. 1) and  I  love it for work and one in a  chunckier knitt black with metallic thread and zippered front (biker style) for more casuals(see in in nr. 2-3) which I styled it like in nr. 4 and 5(excuse the no makeup, guffy faces& unstyled hair-as picties were taken for  my personal refference, only). BUT  am not finished yet:-). Am still on the hunt for a longer than knee length(like in Agie's today ensembles), too! BTW, all of yours are gorgeous and I say go for them! Adelfa on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400461 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 05:48:45 +0000 Adelfa 1400461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I got a L.  On top I think I am about a 12. I think it fits perfectly. Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400457 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 05:37:31 +0000 Beth Ann 1400457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Adelfa:  any recommendations on the Tildon sizing? Adelfa on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400452 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 05:25:25 +0000 Adelfa 1400452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Beth Ann, I can't wait to see you in the Tildon. I think you will love it. Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400442 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 04:59:52 +0000 Beth Ann 1400442@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Adelfa:  Here you on blazers!  What I like is expensive, and sometimes even that doesn't come in my size!  What an amazing selection of sweaters you have!  I just may have to order that Tildon sweater myself in burgundy!  And I can't wait to see what the purple cardi looks like in your wardrob.  I think this style of sweater is perfect for the LA climate, too. I've never heard of prohibitions on skinnies -- unless it's because they're denim.  It would make me want to wear, oh, I don't know.......leather pants! Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400440 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 04:53:28 +0000 Beth Ann 1400440@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thimbelina:  Love the J. Crew!  It would tempt me, except for that dropped shoulder seam.  It hits my arm in the most unflattering of places.  I can enjoy it on you and other fabbers! Cheryl:  I am so grateful to have so many options for wonderful sweaters this year!  Ponte blazers are a great middle ground, too! Jackie:  You are correct in noting that #2 is probably the one that most reflects my core style.  I'm coming to terms with the fact that the "romantic" side of my dressing is still very much alive.  Rich color and feminine, but not twee, patterns are a big part of that. Aubergine:  I think the J. Crew is a perfect refresh for your wardrobe.  Navy pleases me these days, too, and I now have a navy jacket and two sweaters. FC:  So glad to see your new fuzzy sweater.  Thanks for linking to your post, which I missed in the midst of a hectic week!  I love the way you wear this look with leggings -- the silhouette is perfect.  And your thoughtful comments are greatly appreciated -- you have a true sewist eye for detail! Adelfa on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400433 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 04:31:05 +0000 Adelfa 1400433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Beth Ann, you're reading my mind--or I yours (more likely). This fall I completely gave up on blazers, which are really hard to fit on me. Also I never feel quite me in them. Then I made the leap to modern cardis! Quite a jump because I'm super traditionalist about cardis. Until now. Below are my new cardis, in the order I acquired them. I found them by searching "cardigan" on the Nordy website. 1. The marled black and white feels very casual to me. I wear it on weekends and casual Fridays. It is too heavy to keep on all day, so it doesn't work to "decentize" a pair of skinnies--my boss said we can wear skinnies if our bums and upper thighs are covered. But it is super cozy and I love it. 2. Oh my, I have discovered that I love the cocoon silhouette! Who knew! This one is super lightweight and I can keep it on as part of an all-day outfit. My trepidations at ordering from the Juniors department were put to rest by the fact that the website actually said to size down! I did, and there is PLENTY of room. 3. This is my holy grail modern cardi. It is the perfect cozy soft weight to keep the chill off in underheated conference rooms. I feel elegant and wonderful. 4. Not pictured. I must admit that today, during a short break from giving a training to 24 therapists on managing assaultive behavior, while wearing my HG cardigan in said chilly conference room, I ordered your purple cardi!  Just the thing I was missing from my capsule! Aquamarine, I think you're right. The newer silhouettes are so much more elegant that it's inspiring to try them. I wonder how many other fabbers are enjoying modern cardis.... Firecracker (Sharan) on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400427 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 04:06:59 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1400427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, and I forgot to share my latest cozy cardigan (below). I tried it on at Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and didn't get it. Then I saw it a few weeks later, marked down again, and I decided to go ahead and get it. It's a fuzzy knit (acrylic, nylon, wool blend) that reminds me of the fuzzy cardigans I used to borrow from my mother when I was in high school. They were too big for me, the sleeves were too long, they were unflattering autumn colors for me, and I loved them. So I bought this cardigan with the idea that I don't actually care whether it looks stylish on me or not. It may be total frumpville, and I might just wear it around the house, but I just felt like I needed to have it. I finally got to wear it <a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-sweaters-boots" rel="nofollow">this past week</a>, as the temperature got low enough. Firecracker (Sharan) on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400421 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 03:49:02 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1400421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ All three are great finds for you, Beth Ann. I like how different they all are. The medallion print tee in outfit 1/2 is gorgeous on you, and I love that outfit both ways with the cranberry Munros. The whole look just makes me smile, with all the sumptuous color. And you can add me to the chorus of wildcard admirers. That is one fabulous sweater on you. It does look uncharacteristically geometric for you, but good grief, it's so flattering on you. Something about all those diagonal lines, I guess. It just seems to give you extra height. (And the color you got is so much prettier on you than the neutral one in your finds--good choice!) Anonymous on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400416 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 03:30:05 +0000 Anonymous 1400416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yay for cozy, drapey cardigans! I think they all look great and love how they work equally well with jeans and pencil skirts. And I know what you mean about how easy the torso-skimming fit makes things.  I actually haven't bought much in the way of new cardigans for the fall/winter (for now!), but I do have a newish one from J. Crew that I really like. It's just oversized enough without feeling too boxy, and I'd been missing a navy cardigan for a while, so it's nice to have one again. jackiec on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400316 Fri, 21 Nov 2014 00:01:45 +0000 jackiec 1400316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You totally rock the cozy cardi look! I am in love with #2 especially! I love the cranberry boots paired with the purple, and the tie-in to the shirt underneath. Outstanding. All looks are great, and so YOU. thimblelina on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400296 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 23:25:02 +0000 thimblelina 1400296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great collection! I'm rebuilding my cardigan collection which had dwindled to one fitted black cashmere v-neck. I bought the slouchy red crew one in aviamaria's picks & I love it. Also rearranged my storage shelves to accommodate more in this area. I need a bold wild card cardigan too I think! cheryl on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400256 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 22:26:46 +0000 cheryl 1400256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh you look great in all of these choices. I really love cardis too and want to add a couple of flowy ones. I just feel too restricted in jackets/blazers but feel comfy/cozy and cardigans. Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400250 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 22:24:14 +0000 Beth Ann 1400250@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ UF:  I bought these from Kohl's last season (Sonoma).  There is a version this year, with a more fashionable pointy toe, but mine are real suede.  This year?  Faux.  Sign of the times!  They are great for high volume feet, and do fit well at the ankles (although mine are far from delicate). unfrumped on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400247 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 22:16:34 +0000 unfrumped 1400247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Purple cardi s is still a winner. The colors of the medallion print top are perfect with it. What are the black booties? They look like they fit really nicely at the ankle-look good! Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400204 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 21:04:58 +0000 Beth Ann 1400204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ah!  The wildcard is a favorite!  I enjoy this on in the spring, too. AvaMariah:  You and I are on the same wavelength, although my babies are 12/13!  I particularly like grey/black selection! Sarah:  For casual wear, I purchased a couple of Cuddleduds from Kohls for under these sweaters -- so very soft and easy to wear.  My work environment is overheating, so I like my sleeveless choices there, even in the dead of winter! Aqua:  It's a good year for knitwear, as Angie's been telling us.  I love looks that are arty, but not too boho --- I've been lucky this year! Rachy:  I weep with you.  I lament and curse the moth gods on your behalf.  I sing this aria for your sweater..... <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOIAi2XwuWo" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOIAi2XwuWo</a> Gotta check out Jessye Norman's costume and headdress.  She is one of a kind! Aquamarine on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400193 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 20:49:43 +0000 Aquamarine 1400193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have been stocking up too, after quite a few years of wearing just jackets. I think cardigan shapes have really evolved. They used to be proper/prim or too country (for want of a better word). The last few years, they have morphed into artsy/flowing, which suits me much better. rachylou on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400187 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 20:43:13 +0000 rachylou 1400187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great cardis. Jackets never really quite do it for me; I always still feel a little cold. As for experiences... now you've done it. You had to ask: I'm so sad. My favourite sweater of all time has been eaten alive by moths. It had one little hole for awhile, but now it's swiss cheese. It has to be tossed. The pain of putting cashmere like that in the trash... WAAH WAAH WAAH! It lost its label a long time ago, so I don't know how to get another, which probably isn't possible anyway. WAAH WAAH WAAH! Sara L. on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400171 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:51:03 +0000 Sara L. 1400171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think these all look good . I like the last one especially. I recently bought recently long cardis from the thrift store to try this out. I've discovered that I don't have enough layering pieces to quite make this work. I need to buy a couple more long sleeves tees AviaMariah on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400167 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:39:20 +0000 AviaMariah 1400167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This was my year to stock up on cardi's also.  They work as maternity wear and for work and will also work great at home with baby for the three months after.  Here are the ones I've purchased. LAR101 on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400165 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:33:09 +0000 LAR101 1400165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I also have been thinking about some winter weight cardis and I think this has given me a push.   I love how you showed us how these pieces work together in a capsule and your commentary and showing us both pants and skirts in the capsule.   And I love the final outfits.   Alassë on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400163 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:23:10 +0000 Alassë 1400163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 3 is quite striking on you. jenanded on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400152 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 18:56:05 +0000 jenanded 1400152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is a great look onyou and the variety of colours gives you some different looks. abc on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400130 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 18:23:28 +0000 abc 1400130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You know what, I probably need to look for things like this instead of the jackets/blazers I had in my mind.  I LOVE the wildcard and the first one is great too.  Good analysis on how you can use them across capsules/functions. Peri on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400118 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 18:11:05 +0000 Peri 1400118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I really think I like your wildcard the best! Surprising because any guess would put me with the purple, but your wildcard is fun and looks really versatile! Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400109 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:39:55 +0000 Beth Ann 1400109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Adding more finds! Beth Ann on "Cozy Cardi Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/cozy-cardi-capsule#post-1400107 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 17:37:12 +0000 Beth Ann 1400107@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'd hoped to add a couple of jackets this season, but I've not found suitable candidates (at least in my price range).  I was a bit disappointed, until I realized that I have had much better luck finding yummy cardis.  In my work environment, a dressy sweater is quite appropriate.  These cardis also provide casual styling options, as well, for days off and teach-from-home needs.  Maybe next year will be a jacket year! 1/2.   Macy's INC sweater.  This knit is wonderfully smooth and refined, and a perfect weight for a sweater posing as a jacket. I sized up so the back would drape luxuriously.  I've paired it with a new layering piece from Target (Merona).  This bright print will make my holiday capsule, but will be wearable with lighter tones in spring and fall.  It's generous in fit, particularly in the abdomen.  I didn't size down, because I wanted the fluid feeling.  In #1, I'm wearing my Munro Robyn's from last year, and Levi's Midrise Skinnies.  In #2, I've paired the toppers with an old sweater knit skirt and navy tights.  It was quite cold, so I layered slip shorts over the tights for a bit more warmth. 3  Kohls AB Studio Sweater.  This has more of a chevron effect in the front than is visible here, and a subtle high/low hem and a nice, drapey back.  I debated on keeping this one, since it has limited mixing potential, but cobalt is a mainstay for me.  Here I've paired it with textured tights, pencil skirt and warm booties.  I will wear tall boots with it later in the season, and I'll also pair it with black skinnies. 4/5. Grace Element Statement Sweater, Macy's.  This one had a divided reception on the forum when I posted it late last spring.  It isn't my typical colors or pattern, but it does work with lots of wardrobe items, and it gives me a bit of variety -- it's a welcome wildcard, I guess.  I like this best with my bfs -- as in 4, but it dresses up well with a tapered pencil. What've I learned?  I love drapey knit cardis of medium weight --- great for someone who runs warm, but lives in a cold climate.  I don't might my hips looking, well, hippy, and I like not working about shape wear in the torso!  Anyone else have good experiences to share with cozy cardis?