Cardigans are great for throwing on for class and staying warm (they're a staple of the academia aesthetic for a reason), but are equally awesome to wear at work, to internships, dinner with your boyfriend's conservative parents, etc. You'll be prepared for any weather.

What are cardigans good for?

Usage. Plain cardigans are often worn over shirts and inside suit jackets as a less formal version of the waistcoat or vest that restrains the necktie when the jacket has been removed. Its versatility means it can be worn in casual or formal settings and in any season, but it is most popular during cool weather.

Why do people love cardigans?

1. They can be worn year-round. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter - cardigans work for all seasons. From being the perfect complement to a strapless or spaghetti-strap dress on a cooler summer evening to a top layer on a frigid winter day - a cardigan will keep you comfortable in multiple weather conditions.