How to Use cardigan in a Sentence

cardigan

noun
  • The red cardigan adds a bold pop or can be draped for a chic vibe.
    — Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The cut of the cardigan sits just above the hips and has long sleeves.
    — Alexandra Pereira, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2025
  • Gone is the suit, replaced with a cardigan and a knit beanie.
    — Carrie Battan, The New Yorker, 27 Jan. 2022
  • Like the dress, the cardigan ended at her knees.
    — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
  • There are more than two dozen colors to choose from with this cardigan.
    — Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023
  • No matter the time of the year, a cardigan is a good item to pack.
    — Benjamin Liong Setiawan, Travel + Leisure, 4 May 2026
  • Blue jeans were paired with chunky cardigans and blanket coats.
    — Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
  • She’ll be carried away by this luxe and crazy-soft wool cardigan.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 19 Sep. 2024
  • This sleek, stretchy rib cardigan works as both a top and a base layer.
    — Paris Wilson, Travel + Leisure, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Oh, and the warm-toned cardigans and gray and yellow checks and stripes.
    — Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
  • Add slides and a cropped cardigan for a light layer once the sun goes down.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
  • Wear yours with button-ups, cardigans, and sporty sweaters alike.
    — Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Wrap your cardigan around your face to block out the lights of the baggage claim.
    — Emi Nietfeld, Longreads, 13 Dec. 2019
  • Pay homage to the era with a simple cardigan and t-shirt for a chic, yet edgy vibe.
    — Alicia Banilivy, Harper's BAZAAR, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Her tan cardigan and Calvin Klein jeans were streaked with dirt.
    — New York Times, 15 Dec. 2021
  • Opt for a pair of baggy jeans or an oversized cardigan.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Don’t just wear your clothes, style them with this lightweight, linen-blend cardigan top.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026
  • If there’s a chill in the air, keep a light cardigan cinched around your shoulders or waist.
    — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2026
  • The cardigan was custom-made with a blend of mohair and wool.
    — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Wear them in winter with a cardigan and wear them in summer with shorts.
    — Samantha Matt, USA TODAY, 24 Aug. 2020
  • This open-front cardigan is so breezy and a dream for layering.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 10 Mar. 2023
  • He was known for wearing a cardigan over a button-down shirt and tie.
    — Vogue, 29 Nov. 2019
  • Men can opt for a zip-front version of the same cardigan to get their cozy on while at sea.
    — Brittany Chrusciel, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2023
  • Wear them with a soft sweater or cardigan for a cozy and casual look.
    — Cheryl Wagemann, PEOPLE, 5 Jan. 2026
  • This cardigan is great as a top or middle layer on a crisp, cool fall day.
    — Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 17 Sep. 2025
  • And for a cardigan this cute and comfy, that’s pretty hard to beat.
    — Kayleigh Drake, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
  • The perfect cardigan to throw over leggings or jeans this fall.
    — May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • The models wore cardigans over their demure bustiers and push-up bras.
    — Danielle Pergament, Allure, 16 Oct. 2024
  • Andrea matched with her daughter in a red top with a black cardigan and pants.
    — Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Cozy up with a cashmere sweater this winter or pop on a cozy easy-to-style cardigan.
    — Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 5 Jan. 2023

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