Found & Felt Vol. 7: Collectable Cabin Sweaters
Last weekend, while vintage shopping with a girlfriend, we came across the most incredible cardigan with plaid, bears, deer, and the coolest sterling silver buttons. It was giving 90s Ralph Lauren vibes.
It was by Judy Gibson for Painted Pony, in case you want to go down a rabbit hole! I’m not a big vintage clothing gal, but this one was too good to pass up! She ended up buying it, and I might have to borrow it for Thanksgiving in the Smoky Mountains.
It’s had me thinking about collectible sweaters all week. The kind that feel a little over the top but never really go out of style because of how and when YOU wear them. And honestly, if you’re going to wear a sweater like this, I say really wear it!
From Western-inspired designs to traditional Fair Isle patterns and feminine motifs, I love the richness of color, texture, and craftsmanship in these knits. You know me, I tend to gravitate toward a bit of contrast and a little femininity over anything too whimsical or retro.
There’s so many out there to love right at a range of prices. And as I was creating, I kept thinking about how I’d style them. White jeans, classic blue denim, corduroys, even sweater pants. The bottoms can completely change the feeling!
The Investment-Worthy Finds
Ugh, I love them all! The intricate pattern and color work, weighty silhouettes, thoughtful trims, and design interest that stops you in your tracks. Make sure to take a look at the back of this one!
The Special Mid-Range Finds
Taking the price down a notch! Maybe not quite as over the top, but certainly still so special. I’d love to scoop up this one for my trip to the mountains. Or, if my friend is wearing her vintage find, maybe this bear one!
As you can probably tell, I appreciate a little lightness in the color combinations of these types of sweaters. Pants tend to get darker this time of year, and I don’t like my outfits to feel too weighed down.
There were so many good ones at this price point that I couldn’t decide what to feature. I also loved this, this, this, and okay, maybe this is the coolest argyle I’ve ever seen!
The Affordable Charming Finds
Proof that you don’t have to spend a fortune to find a sweater with character! I love yarns with a little texture or color variation so the patterns don’t feel too stark. A dropped shoulder also helps keep things feeling relaxed rather than too stuffy or bulky.
Here are a few others I loved here, here, and here.
Happy November! I hope you’re feeling cozy wherever you are.
