Men's Cardigans

The cardigan may be the most underrated piece in a man's closet. It is warmer than a shirt, less formal than a blazer, and much easier to live in than either. Our men's cardigans bring back that easy, classic look: knits that sit well on the shoulders, look good with jeans, and make him look like a man who has his act together, even on a Monday. And unlike a jacket, he can keep it on all evening on the couch.

Stand collar styles and shawl collar cardigans lead the way, one of them in a chunky marled knit, along with V-neck button cardigans in a fitted rib, full-zip knits, cable knits, a geometric pattern zip-up, Fair Isle patterns, waffle knits, and a knit blazer cardigan with patch pockets that works in place of a sport coat. Many have pockets, which he will fill with his keys and his reading glasses. Black, gray, blue, khaki and navy keep the colors classic, and most styles come in M to 2XL.

Wear a men's cardigan sweater over a T-shirt for a relaxed weekend, over a collared shirt for the office, or over a turtleneck for a holiday dinner. If he runs warm, a full-zip cardigan is easier to open than a pullover. Shopping for him? A shawl collar in charcoal or navy is hard to get wrong, and the knit blazer cardigan with patch pockets is a great pick for the man who hates stiff jackets. Our men's sweaters offer pullovers in the same easy spirit.

Men's cardigans are the kind of quiet upgrade people notice, even if he does not. Choose one he can wear three days a week, in a color that goes with his shirts, and watch it become his favorite.