Shaker rib open cardigan product image (primary)
Open-front, shaker-rib knit cardigan in a light cream color with ribbed trim, patch pockets, and long dropped sleeves; shown worn open over a tank.

Twik

Shaker Rib Open Cardigan

CA$49.00CAD
In Stock

The Shaker Rib Open Cardigan by Twik by Simons is an open-front, loose-fit knit cardigan featuring a shaker-rib texture, patch front pockets, dropped shoulders, and long sleeves with ribbed cuffs. It has a straight hem with ribbed trim at the front edges and hem, and is designed as a lightweight layering piece. The cardigan is available in a light cream/off-white color.

Style
casual, relaxed-fit
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear

Color

BlackIvory/Cream BeigeTealOchre Yellow

Size

X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

Specifications

Open-front shaker-rib knit cardigan with patch pockets and loose fit.

Open front design, shaker-rib knit texture, patch front pockets, loose fit.

Material
50% acrylic, 50% reprocessed acrylic
Style
casual, relaxed-fit
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear

Additional Attributes

  • Open style
  • Shaker-rib knit
  • Patch front pockets
  • Loose fit

Product Insights

The Twik Shaker Rib Open Cardigan presents a mid-weight fall layer with a reversible shaker-rib knit that is thick, airy, and elastic, creating a slimming vertical-column effect. Its recycled acrylic blend provides pilling and abrasion resistance comparable to virgin acrylic, ensuring durability, but the knit is heat-sensitive and requires cold water wash and air-dry flat to prevent deformation. At $49, it offers better value than comparable options from Gap and Anna-Kaci, with a loose fit, 25-inch length, and patch pockets for easy layering. Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons, the cardigan’s main trade-off is its delicate care routine against its premium craft aesthetic and reversible functionality.

Verified claims

Knit construction
Shaker rib knit is thick, airy, elastic, reversible, drapes fluidly.
Visual effect
Vertical columns create a slimming, premium craft-forward aesthetic.
Thermal heritage
Shaker rib knit's warm heritage; cardigan is a mid-weight fall layer.
Durability
Recycled acrylic maintains or improves pilling and abrasion resistance.
Care
Requires cold water wash and air-dry flat to preserve shape.
Heat sensitivity
Heat from dryers, hot water, or sun permanently deforms the shaker-rib knit.
Washing method
Wash inside out on cold in a mesh bag with mild detergent to prevent snagging and pilling.
Sizing
For size small, chest is 22.5 inches; size down for a closer fit or stay with usual for oversized fit.
Knit properties
Stretchy, airy shaker-rib knit gives soft drape and layers without bulk for fall.
Styling
Vertical ribs create a slimming effect; the reversible knit looks polished inside and out.
Value
At $49, the Twik cardigan offers shaker-rib texture, patch pockets, and 50% recycled acrylic — a better value than Gap ($69.95) and Anna-Kaci ($52).
Material
50% reprocessed acrylic in a shaker-rib knit yields a plush, abrasion-resistant fabric with full elastic recovery.
Design
Shaker-rib is reversible, so the open front looks finished from both sides.
Surface wear
Recycled acrylic blend provides pilling and abrasion characteristics similar to virgin acrylic.
Shape retention
Shaker-rib construction ensures no sagging, full recovery, and a reversible appearance.
Layering
Loose fit, 25-inch length, and accessible patch pockets make it ideal for fall layering over thick sweaters.
Exclusivity
Simons-exclusive brand designed in Canada
Fit
Loose fit by design: size small is 22.5 in. pit-to-pit for easy layering.

Product record

Title
Shaker Rib Open Cardigan
Brand
Twik
Price
49 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Shaker rib open cardigan product image (primary)
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Product

Open-front, shaker-rib knit cardigan in a light cream color with ribbed trim, patch pockets, and long dropped sleeves; shown worn open over a tank.

  • SilhouetteOpen-front, relaxed-fit cardigan with a straight hem that falls below the waist; front is worn open with no visible closures.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high)
  • Knit textureShaker-rib knit texture visible across body and sleeves, producing a small waffle-like pattern.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.18 · w 0.35 · h 0.55 (high)
  • Ribbed trimVertical ribbed trim runs along the open front edges, and ribbing is present at the sleeve cuffs and hem.
    3 regionsx 0.33 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Patch pocketsTwo rectangular patch pockets located on the lower front panels, knit in the same texture as the body and set into the ribbed hem band.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Sleeve styleLong, dropped shoulder sleeves with a relaxed, slightly oversized cut and ribbed cuffs.
    2 regionsx 0.05 · y 0.22 · w 0.30 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.33 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Color appearanceCardigan appears as a light cream or off-white shade across all visible panels.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high)

Other

Studio shot of a model seated on a wooden stool against a plain light background, directional soft lighting, minimal shadows, and slight motion in model hair.

  • Model and stylingFemale model seated on a wooden stool, wearing the cardigan over a brown ruched tank and light blue high-waist jeans; right hand holds the cardigan front.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.44 · w 0.42 · h 0.50 (high)
  • PropLight wood stool visible beneath the model, showing top rungs and legs.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.74 · w 0.28 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain, neutral off-white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
  • Motion detailStrands of hair blown or in motion on the model's right side producing slight directional blur at the edge.
    1 regionx 0.68 · y 0.04 · w 0.24 · h 0.26 (medium)

Colors

light cream· body and sleeves
Shaker rib open cardigan product image 2
02

Product

Close-up of a loose open-front knitted cardigan showing ribbed trim, textured shaker rib knit, dropped shoulder and long cuffed sleeve on a model wearing a brown ruched camisole and blue jeans.

  • Overall silhouetteOpen-front cardigan shown on a model, draping loosely with an open V-front exposing the chest and inner top.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.70 (high)
  • Knit textureDense shaker-rib textured knit visible across the body and sleeve with small regular raised stitches.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.68 · h 0.55 (high)
  • Ribbed trimVertical ribbed trim along the open front edge and around the neckline in a tighter knit than the body.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.38 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Sleeve and cuffLong dropped sleeve with a visible cuff finished in a tighter rib; sleeve appears roomy and slightly gathered at the cuff.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.56 · w 0.48 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Patch pocketLower-left patch pocket opening visible near the hem on the left side of the cardigan.Partial
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Visible stitching detailSeam lines marking the dropped shoulder and sleeve set-in visible as a change in knit direction.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (medium)

Other

Studio shot with a model against a plain light background. Three-quarter crop shows upper body and part of jeans; soft even lighting with subtle shadowing; hair and hand partially cover garment edges.

  • Model and poseFemale model shown from upper thighs to above head, looking slightly left of camera with right hand holding front edge of the cardigan.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Background and lightingNeutral off-white studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
  • Crop and framingImage is vertically framed, cropped above the head and around mid-thigh, focusing on cardigan details and chest area.
  • Hair and hand occlusionStrands of hair and the model's fingers partially obscure the right front edge of the cardigan and the rib trim.
    2 regionsx 0.58 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high)

Colors

light beige· cardigan body#EABDA3deep brown· inner topmedium blue denim· jeans
Shaker rib open cardigan product image 3
03

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a relaxed, open-front knitted cardigan on a model showing the back, dropped shoulders, long sleeves with ribbed cuffs, a ribbed hem, and a lower side patch pocket on the right side of the image.

  • Overall silhouetteRelaxed, boxy back panel with a straight ribbed hem and a loose, slightly oversized fit visible on the model.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.74 · h 0.74 (high)
  • Knit textureOpen shaker-rib knit visible across the entire back surface, producing a fine, repeating vertical-rib pattern and slightly see-through stitch structure.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.70 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Dropped shoulder seamShoulder seam sits lower on the arm, creating a dropped-shoulder shape that extends into a roomy sleeve.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.14 · w 0.42 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Sleeve cuffLong sleeve ends in a narrower ribbed cuff that gathers slightly at the wrist.
    1 regionx 0.74 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Ribbed hemWide ribbed band at the bottom edge of the cardigan distinct from the body knit, running horizontally across the back.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.74 · w 0.72 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Lower side patch pocketSingle patch pocket visible near the lower right side of the cardigan in this image, set into the side seam and matching the cardigan knit.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Neckline finishNarrow ribbed crew-style neckline visible at the top of the back panel.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Studio rear three-quarter portrait of a model wearing the cardigan against a plain light neutral background with even soft lighting; model looks over her left shoulder and wears hoop earrings and blue jeans.

  • Shot compositionRear three-quarter framing that crops at about mid-thigh; model turned to show back and right side of the garment while looking over her left shoulder.
  • Background and lightingUniform light neutral studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
  • Visible model detailsModel's head, shoulder-length dark hair, gold hoop earrings, and right hand at hip are visible and partially overlap the garment.
    2 regionsx 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Styling propBlue denim jeans appear below the cardigan and are partially visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)

Colors

warm cream· cardigan body#F4EEE9

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-clothing/sweaters/cardigans/shaker-rib-open-cardigan--23264-231689?colourId=12
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