There is nothing cozier than an oversized cashmere cardigan: it’s like wrapping yourself up in a cloud of warmth, like a big bear hug, only more comfortable. This year, Haider Ackerman‘s deliciously substantial sweater takes the snugly cake. I want to live in this ankle-skimming sensation and definitely sleep with it.
You just have to keep in mind that obscenely comfy doesn’t mean outrageously casual. This is a cardigan that deserves to be worked with finesse. Notice the great hemline. Curvy, skewed, and asymmetrical, it swirls and twirls when you walk, so be sure to perform your best strut. Also to keep in mind: with a shawl collar, chunky ribbed sleeves, and a length like this, it’s also a bit robe-like – and you don’t want to look like your accessory of choice should be soap-on-a-rope. Give this piece purpose by wearing slim pants and sleek heels or sharp boots to avoid giving off the vibe that you’re relaxing at the spa. The best way to curb the bulk? Throw a belt over this (Haider Ackerman’s crocodile-embossed calfskin belts are sold separately), and you’ve got an effortless street vibe that the Olsen twins will envy (to-go skim cappuccino not included). At Saks Fifth Avenue for $2,085.
Pair with: Skinny, high-waisted black jeans bring streamlined structure. J. Brand‘s half-coated high-rises are coated with a sheen-filled waxy finish from mid-thigh down for interesting texture. On ShopBop for $185.
