13 reviews for Amazon Essentials Women’s Lightweight V-Neck Cardigan
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Brandi –
I will buy this in all colors as long as it stays in stock. I’m starting to love ‘Amazon Essentials’ clothing. Very reliable fit and quality. Basics we all need. Comfort we all want.
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★★★★★
Millicent –
The cardigan itself was fine apart from being much too small. When I had the order confirmation and saw the size was wrong I tried to cancel the order but it arrived anyway. I was informed that Hermes would collect on the next working day but didn’t turn up for a week. By then I had posted the parcel back myself. I’m assuming it has arrived.
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★★★★★
Lyuba –
I love this cardi. It would look great with black or white blouse (contrast!). If you are in between sizes, I would recommend going down. I am 156 lbs and 5’8, and small would be kind of tight (but not impossible). However, I am not that optimistic about stability of my weight (hello, holidays 😊), so medium it is. I hope it helps.
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★★★★★
Anisa –
Ich habe die Weste in hellgrau und in dunkelgrau gekauft. Es sind solide Basic-Teile, die sich einfach zu vielen Outfits sehr gut stylen lassen. Die Wahrscheinlichkeit ist recht groß, dass ich mir in nächster Zeit noch ein oder zwei dieser Westen in anderen Farben zulege.
Ich hab die Westen bisher jeweils 2x gewaschen (mit 40°), dann ganz normal aufgehängt und anschließend ganz kurz drübergebügelt. Sie haben weder die Form verloren noch sonst irgendwelche Anzeichen von Schwäche gezeigt. Aber das ist meine persönliche Waschmethode und -erfahrung und nicht als Empfehlung zu betrachten. Mal sehen, wie sie nach der 10., 20., 50. Wäsche aussehen, aber bisher gibt’s jedenfalls nichts zu meckern. Die Farben sind wie auf den Bildern dargestellt, der Schnitt grundsätzlich auch (wenn man berücksichtigt, dass an einem 50kg-Model ja alles gut aussieht), die Länge der Weste selbst sowie der Ärmel ist so wie am Bild.
Ich trage normalerweise eher 38/M (hängt vom Schnitt ab, aber obenrum ist bei mir meist eher 38/M notwendig), habe mir aber in diesem Fall die S gekauft, da ich keine Teile wollte, die labrig runterhängen. Und das war gut so, in S passen die Westen super, grade eng genug, um schön die Figur zu betonen, ohne aber zu eng zu sitzen. Ich kann sie zuknöpfen, ohne dass ich sie fest zusammenziehen muss und es passen auch langärmelige Shirts drunter. Offen getragen umspielen sie schön die Figur, ohne “herumzuhängen”. In logischer Konsequenz bedeutet das allerdings, dass Damen, die grundsätzlich eher S/36 tragen, vielleicht über eine XS nachdenken sollten, wenn sie nicht wollen, dass die Weste zu locker sitzt.
Kurz und gut: Klare Kaufempfehlung!
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pixie –
I can still wear it but the shrinkage was fierce.
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Katie –
I like this sweater so far, but I haven’t washed it yet, so I’m unsure about care and durability (I may update later). First impressions: The fabric is a bit thinner and sheerer than I expected (it’s sort of a loose knit), but it’s very soft and cozy while being lightweight. Feels nice on the skin. I ordered the light pink, and the color is a little warmer and deeper in color (read: a bit more Pepto) than it appeared on the website. I expected a more muted, sophisticated pale pink but received more of a Millennial-pink cardi. That’s not a deal-breaker, though. It’s still pretty, and I’ll wear it. I bought my regular size in Amazon Basics, and it’s sized so that I can easily wear it open or closed (though the deep V requires an undershirt regardless). The light weight will still be practical for warmer seasons, so I’ll have my eye on more colors if this launders well!
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★★★★★
Ashley –
I think cardigans look classy when they’re not too tight, so I opted for a medium although I am small. I am pleased with how the medium fits me, although a small would have been fine. (I am 5 feet tall and 110 lbs) The best part is that I’m not worried if it shrinks a bit in the wash.
The fit is not unflattering, and its pretty cozy. I bought it to wear over nice chiffon tank tops for work. I just ordered another in a different color.
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★★★★★
Inner Smile –
We have a new “uniform” policy at work and I bought this sweater to take and have company logo sewn on to. The sweater is great— light, easy, washes well. I like it so much that I haven’t put the logo on it yet as I don’t want to ruin it for wearing outside of work. I washed in machine on delicate and then dried on drying rack.
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★★★★★
Kat C –
The fit is perfect for me, and there’s plenty of length in the arms. The material is soft and not itchy. I love it! I’ve now ordered two more and they’re just as good.
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★★★★★
Smarta –
I ordered a size small. I wear a 32d bra (that is equivalent to 34C or 36B) and I have a 27 inch waist and 37 inch hips. I ordered a small. This sweater is the right size but is boxy in the waist and chest – not my ideal shape. It would be better for someone who is has a large chest, with smaller hips. It will work if you’re more of an apple or Inverted triangle shape. For my body type to be best highlighted, the sweater would need to be more fitted at the waist or looser at the hips. I will probably get it altered (by getting a cut placed on each side so it flares more at the hips, and taking it in a bit on the upper sides) because it is soft and comfortable. Note that the models are all wearing it open with their bodies turned, which is a way of making it look like it will highlight your hip to waist ratio, but that isn’t true straight on and it wouldn’t be true closed either.
Update: I got it tailored by taking it in at the waist and now I love it. I wash it on cold and hang it to dry and it still looks like new.
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★★★★★
Kristy –
Just got today. The material is on the thin side but seems like it will hold up okay. I included pictures of my Target Medina brand medium compared to the Amazon medium for comparison. I don’t know yet if it’s going to shrink but I never wear my cardigans buttoned so i think it will be fine even if it shrinks a bit.
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★★★★★
lynn karen –
I’ve waited a while before I gave my review on this cardigan as I wanted to get it right for other buyers. As usual Amazon has come up top with the quality of this cardigan. It is really soft not scratchy and it feels like its been made especially for me as it fits like a glove. I haven’t got a clue how they can make it so perfect for such a small price. Buy, buy, buy ******
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★★★★★
penny –
I’m 110 lbs and bought the xs. It fits very nicely. The color is really pretty and the material is soft and light. It’s a perfect spring/summer sweater.
Brandi –
I will buy this in all colors as long as it stays in stock. I’m starting to love ‘Amazon Essentials’ clothing. Very reliable fit and quality. Basics we all need. Comfort we all want.
Millicent –
The cardigan itself was fine apart from being much too small. When I had the order confirmation and saw the size was wrong I tried to cancel the order but it arrived anyway. I was informed that Hermes would collect on the next working day but didn’t turn up for a week. By then I had posted the parcel back myself. I’m assuming it has arrived.
Lyuba –
I love this cardi. It would look great with black or white blouse (contrast!). If you are in between sizes, I would recommend going down. I am 156 lbs and 5’8, and small would be kind of tight (but not impossible). However, I am not that optimistic about stability of my weight (hello, holidays 😊), so medium it is. I hope it helps.
Anisa –
Ich habe die Weste in hellgrau und in dunkelgrau gekauft. Es sind solide Basic-Teile, die sich einfach zu vielen Outfits sehr gut stylen lassen. Die Wahrscheinlichkeit ist recht groß, dass ich mir in nächster Zeit noch ein oder zwei dieser Westen in anderen Farben zulege.
Ich hab die Westen bisher jeweils 2x gewaschen (mit 40°), dann ganz normal aufgehängt und anschließend ganz kurz drübergebügelt. Sie haben weder die Form verloren noch sonst irgendwelche Anzeichen von Schwäche gezeigt. Aber das ist meine persönliche Waschmethode und -erfahrung und nicht als Empfehlung zu betrachten. Mal sehen, wie sie nach der 10., 20., 50. Wäsche aussehen, aber bisher gibt’s jedenfalls nichts zu meckern.
Die Farben sind wie auf den Bildern dargestellt, der Schnitt grundsätzlich auch (wenn man berücksichtigt, dass an einem 50kg-Model ja alles gut aussieht), die Länge der Weste selbst sowie der Ärmel ist so wie am Bild.
Ich trage normalerweise eher 38/M (hängt vom Schnitt ab, aber obenrum ist bei mir meist eher 38/M notwendig), habe mir aber in diesem Fall die S gekauft, da ich keine Teile wollte, die labrig runterhängen. Und das war gut so, in S passen die Westen super, grade eng genug, um schön die Figur zu betonen, ohne aber zu eng zu sitzen. Ich kann sie zuknöpfen, ohne dass ich sie fest zusammenziehen muss und es passen auch langärmelige Shirts drunter. Offen getragen umspielen sie schön die Figur, ohne “herumzuhängen”. In logischer Konsequenz bedeutet das allerdings, dass Damen, die grundsätzlich eher S/36 tragen, vielleicht über eine XS nachdenken sollten, wenn sie nicht wollen, dass die Weste zu locker sitzt.
Kurz und gut: Klare Kaufempfehlung!
pixie –
I can still wear it but the shrinkage was fierce.
Katie –
I like this sweater so far, but I haven’t washed it yet, so I’m unsure about care and durability (I may update later).
First impressions: The fabric is a bit thinner and sheerer than I expected (it’s sort of a loose knit), but it’s very soft and cozy while being lightweight. Feels nice on the skin.
I ordered the light pink, and the color is a little warmer and deeper in color (read: a bit more Pepto) than it appeared on the website. I expected a more muted, sophisticated pale pink but received more of a Millennial-pink cardi. That’s not a deal-breaker, though. It’s still pretty, and I’ll wear it.
I bought my regular size in Amazon Basics, and it’s sized so that I can easily wear it open or closed (though the deep V requires an undershirt regardless).
The light weight will still be practical for warmer seasons, so I’ll have my eye on more colors if this launders well!
Ashley –
I think cardigans look classy when they’re not too tight, so I opted for a medium although I am small. I am pleased with how the medium fits me, although a small would have been fine. (I am 5 feet tall and 110 lbs) The best part is that I’m not worried if it shrinks a bit in the wash.
The fit is not unflattering, and its pretty cozy. I bought it to wear over nice chiffon tank tops for work. I just ordered another in a different color.
Inner Smile –
We have a new “uniform” policy at work and I bought this sweater to take and have company logo sewn on to. The sweater is great— light, easy, washes well. I like it so much that I haven’t put the logo on it yet as I don’t want to ruin it for wearing outside of work. I washed in machine on delicate and then dried on drying rack.
Kat C –
The fit is perfect for me, and there’s plenty of length in the arms. The material is soft and not itchy. I love it!
I’ve now ordered two more and they’re just as good.
Smarta –
I ordered a size small. I wear a 32d bra (that is equivalent to 34C or 36B) and I have a 27 inch waist and 37 inch hips. I ordered a small. This sweater is the right size but is boxy in the waist and chest – not my ideal shape. It would be better for someone who is has a large chest, with smaller hips. It will work if you’re more of an apple or Inverted triangle shape. For my body type to be best highlighted, the sweater would need to be more fitted at the waist or looser at the hips. I will probably get it altered (by getting a cut placed on each side so it flares more at the hips, and taking it in a bit on the upper sides) because it is soft and comfortable. Note that the models are all wearing it open with their bodies turned, which is a way of making it look like it will highlight your hip to waist ratio, but that isn’t true straight on and it wouldn’t be true closed either.
Update: I got it tailored by taking it in at the waist and now I love it. I wash it on cold and hang it to dry and it still looks like new.
Kristy –
Just got today. The material is on the thin side but seems like it will hold up okay. I included pictures of my Target Medina brand medium compared to the Amazon medium for comparison. I don’t know yet if it’s going to shrink but I never wear my cardigans buttoned so i think it will be fine even if it shrinks a bit.
lynn karen –
I’ve waited a while before I gave my review on this cardigan as I wanted to get it right for other buyers. As usual Amazon has come up top with the quality of this cardigan. It is really soft not scratchy and it feels like its been made especially for me as it fits like a glove. I haven’t got a clue how they can make it so perfect for such a small price. Buy, buy, buy ******
penny –
I’m 110 lbs and bought the xs. It fits very nicely. The color is really pretty and the material is soft and light. It’s a perfect spring/summer sweater.