Warm Weather Cardigans to Keep You Comfy on Cool Spring Days and Chilly Summer Nights

May 7, 2020

When we think of sweaters, fall immediately springs to mind. (Pun intended.) Whether it’s a pullover or cardigan, the cozy creations help keep us warm when temps drop. But that doesn’t mean you can’t wear them the next few months. There are actually tons of stylish warm weather cardigans designed to keep you from shivering on cooler spring days and chilly summer nights.

So what distinguishes a warm weather cardigan from its cold weather cousin? Basically, it all comes down to fabric. For fall and winter, we look for cardis made of heavy cotton or wool to reap the benefits of insulation. On the other hand, spring and summer call for lighter materials, like silk, nylon, polyester and thinner cotton. Plus, cropped silhouettes are practically a necessity from May through September.

Now’s a great time to stock up on warm weather cardigans since there are quite a few deals out there. From ribbed versions perfect for lounging around in to patterned incarnations you’ll want to show off outside or over Zoom, there’s a cardi for every body. See our favorites above.

Warm Weather Cardigans

Mango

Buttoned Ribbed Cardigan, $49.99 at Mango
Zara

Soft Touch Cardigan, $35.90 at Zara
& Other Stories

Cropped Ribbed Cardigan in Beige, $69 at & Other Stories
Aya Muse

Cropped Nylon Micro Cardigan, $123 at Luisa Via Roma
Commission

Pink Floral Beach Cardigan, $560 at SSENSE
Reformation

Hope Cardigan in Ivory, $128 at Reformation
Urban Outfitters

Lucky V-Neck Cropped Cardigan in Sky, $49 at Urban Outfitters
The Line by K

Daisy Cardigan in Sand, $159 at The Line by K
Jacquemus

Le Cardigan Tordu, $380 at Farfetch
Violeta by Mango

Tortoiseshell Buttons Cardigan, $39.99 at Mango
Charlie Holiday

Tula Cardigan in Beige, $89 at Lisa Says Gah
Farrow

Catherine Striped Cardigan in Cream/Blue, $44 at Need Supply Co.
Proenza Schouler

Silk and Cotton Cropped Cardigan, $350 at mytheresa.com
Mango

Crochet Cardigan, $45.99 at Mango
Farrow

Lidia Fuzzy Cardigan in Cream, $58 at Need Supply Co.
Urban Outfitters

Bobble Cardigan, $62 at Urban Outfitters

As passionate about feminism as she is about fashion, Morgan C. Schimminger spends much of her time writing and editing pieces on everything from celebrity style to the fight to keep funding for Planned Parenthood. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s degree in publishing from Rosemont College. Morgan has contributed to a variety of publications, including StyleBakery, Uptown, metro.pop and Sister 2 Sister. Every week for theFashionSpot, she profiles the Top 10 Best Dressed Celebs and provides a daily dose of stylish stars via Look of the Day.