Cable Knit Shawl Cardigan Sweater

Story

Sartorial style at its finest

This cardigan from RRL blends heritage craftsmanship with modern updates. Take, for example, the Aran-knitting patterns on the front and sleeves. Not only do these design notes provide added warmth and comfort, but they also link to rich history. The special knitting process dates back to the late 1800s, when Irish fishermen living on the Aran Islands west of Galway began weaving intricate patterns from wool to represent different aspects of their culture. (One weaving pattern might indicate a specific family or clan, while another, like the popular “cable-knit” weave, is thought to represent the ropes fisherman used and be interpreted as a wish for safety when out at sea.) To shore up the functionality of this cable knit sweater, genuine horn buttons are added up the front and on the shawl collar. And lest we forget to mention the modern fabrics used to take this cardigan to the next level: a blend of linen, wool, and tussah silk ensures it lasts many enjoyable wears for years to come.

Features

• Shawl collar with a two-button closure at the right side
• Genuine horn buttons add a sophisticated touch
• Long sleeves with rib-knit cuffs for added comfort
• Ribbed back panel creates a relaxed fit
• Intricate Aran-knit design at the front and sleeves

Materials

• Main body: 41% Linen, 30% Wool, 10% Viscose, 10% Polyamide, 9% Tussah Silk
• Imported

Sizing

• The Cardigan Sweater Jacket fits true to size, take your normal size
• For the absolute perfect fit, compare a favorite sweater to the size measurements below

Garment Measurements

	S	M	L	XL	XXL
Chest	37	39	41	43	45
Body Length	25	25½	26¼	27	27¾
Sleeve Length	32½	33¼	34¼	35¼	36¼

All measurements are in inches

How to Measure - Garment Chest: measure on a shirt from side to side starting 1” under the armpit, multiply by 2 - Body Length: measure on a shirt from the high shoulder to the bottom hem - Sleeve Length: measure on a shirt from the center back to the cuff opening

Care

• Machine washable

About RRL

Ralph Lauren's story—born in the Bronx to immigrant parents, US Army soldier, tie salesman, designer, businessman, philanthropist—speaks to the raw promise of opportunity that underwrites the American Dream. Named for Ralph’s expansive cattle ranch in Colorado, RRL is his love letter to the industrious, pioneering spirit of the American West, and everything in their collection carries on the rugged, independent style that makes something a classic piece of Americana.