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Play Your Cards Right: A Cardigan Style Guide

How to wear one without looking like Mr. Rogers

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A cardigan is one of the most versatile layers for transitional weather. As fall gradually turns into winter, a sweater that can stand alone or work well with other gear is so necessary.

You gotta do it right though, too often people can end up looking like an old man or an outdated grunge rocker. We got you covered, here's a couple failsafe ways to rock a cardigan, whether chillin in the office or out to the club. Check out Play Your Cards Right: A Cardigan Style Guide.

white

Mr. Polo Dolo

WeSC, $66

On mild days, a lighter cardigan with details like bright stripes is more than enough to keep you warm and looking good.

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The Cable Guy

Ben Sherman, $159

A cable-knit cardigan is a good option for channeling that fall vibe. Get one in a slim fit to avoid looking like gramps, and a plaid shirt helps brighten things up.

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Zip It

Won Hundred, $240

You know how we feel about sweaters as outerwear, and you can wear a zip cardigan the same way you'd rock your favorite bomber jacket. Dress it up with a shirt and tie, or rock a dope tee underneath. Either way, you're one stylish step in the sweater game.

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Sweat It Out

UNDFTD, $102

A nice fleece cardigan keeps things casual and looks dope with a V-neck shirt, but also keeps your button-up shirts dressed down.

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