Three cropped cardigans for women in pink, brown and gray knits, each with a front button closure. Details differ by style, from grid-check trim and diamond dots to tulle ruffles. Sizes S, M and L are listed for the pink and gray styles, and each product page has its own size chart in centimeters.
What this collection includes
This is a small edit of three cropped cardigan styles for women. Each has a button front and a short body, but the details are different: a pink marled knit with grid-check trim, a brown heathered knit with light blue diamond dots, and a gray knit with black tulle ruffle trim.
If you want a simpler layer, the full cardigans collection includes more lengths and silhouettes.
How the three styles differ
Look at the details before you choose, because the styles are not interchangeable.
- Pink: round neckline, assorted buttons, two chest patch pockets, ribbed hem and cuffs.
- Brown: crew neckline, dropped shoulders, brown buttons and a relaxed fit.
- Gray: tulle ruffle along the neckline and placket, two front pockets and a small embroidered "Alive" mark.
The brown style is the plainest to wear over printed or solid tops.
Styling and sizing a cropped cardigan
The short length leaves the waistline visible, so each product description suggests high-waisted bottoms. A cropped cardigan for dresses works best with a higher waist seam, where the hem will not clash with the skirt line. The brown style can be worn buttoned like a short sweater or open as a light layer.
Check each size chart in centimeters and compare it with a cardigan you own. If you want a zip front instead of buttons, see zip up cardigans. For menswear cuts, browse men's cardigans.
Cropped Cardigans FAQ
Are these cropped cardigans all the same fit?
No. The brown cardigan is described as relaxed, with dropped shoulders and a cropped body. The pink and gray styles are described as cropped, and each has its own measurements. Check the chart on the product page for the style you want.
How do I choose a size?
Compare the size chart with a cardigan you already own. The charts list length, shoulder width, sleeve length and a chest or bust measurement in centimeters, though the column names vary by style. The pink and gray styles list sizes S, M and L.
Can I wear a cropped cardigan with dresses?
It can work, especially with dresses that have a higher waist seam, because the short hem will not hide the waistline. Try a plain dress with the brown or gray style, and keep busier trims away from other detailed pieces.
Is there a black or white cropped cardigan here?
Not currently. This collection has pink, brown and gray styles. The gray cardigan has black tulle and black contrast trim, which gives it a dark accent. Check each product page for the color options available.