Inspired by Katie Holmes’ ‘bradigan’, the party cardi has to be fitted to the waist – think hug, not sag
My two essentials for alfresco evenings right now are a natty lime squeezer that has elevated my margarita game to Stanley Tucci levels, and this cardigan. The lime squeezer was a steal from KitchenCraft; this cardigan, the Folley by the American brand Love Shack Fancy, wasn’t such a steal, but at cost-per-wear is turning out to be a bargain. It is light and frothy enough not to be a downer when you have to concede defeat and reach for a layer to wear over a summer dress. It also works as a top in its own right with my favourite cropped Mother jeans.
Introducing your new summer must-have: the party cardi, a comeback that is excellent news for those of us who have loved these knits all along. For years, my favourite throw-over summer layer was a navy crewneck cardigan, which I found in the now discontinued Classics section at Marks & Spencer. Chunkily woven and completely plain, except for gold buttons, it falls heavy and straight to the hip bone – a bit like a Chanel jacket, but for £30 – and I still love it.
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