Icône
Thick-Knit Wide-Sleeve Fitted Cardigan
CA$59.00CAD
In Stock
Icône by Simons Thick-Knit Wide-Sleeve Fitted Cardigan is a women's cardigan sweater featuring a fitted silhouette, crew neck, drop shoulders, and long wide sleeves. It is made from a blend of 50% LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose, 28% polyester, and 22% nylon, offering a thick, plush, and stretch knit with a center button placket and a small triangular opening at the hem. Available in sizes X-SMALL to X-LARGE, this cardigan requires hand washing and is suited for everyday wear and layering.
- Material
- LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose
- Style
- slim-fit, casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Color
BlackTaupe
Size
X-SMALLSMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Thick-knit fitted cardigan with wide sleeves and a crew neck, made from sustainable viscose.
Thick plush stretch knit, drop shoulders, long wide sleeves, small button closure, triangular opening at front.
- Material
- LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose
- Style
- slim-fit, casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Additional Attributes
- Thick, plush, and stretch knit
- Made from forest-conscious LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose
- Fitted design
- Crew neck
- Drop shoulders
- Long and wide sleeves
- Small full-length buttons
- Little triangular opening at the front
- Exclusively designed in Canada
- Button-front closure
Product Insights
A sustainable, shape-retaining cardigan that replaces a lightweight jacket, offering moderate warmth, breathability, and fade-resistant color, but with a tradeoff: the soft ECOVERO blend lacks anti-pilling treatment and the wide sleeves can feel bulky or catch on objects.
Verified claims
- Eco-credentials
- EU Ecolabel-certified LENZING ECOVERO reduces water and carbon emissions by at least 50%.
- Fiber performance
- The ECOVERO blend provides deep fade-resistant colors, breathable comfort, and shape recovery; pilling can occur in friction areas without anti-pilling treatment.
- Shape retention
- Tri-blend knit resists sagging and springs back after stretching.
- Colorfastness
- The blend delivers deep color that resists fading.
- Warmth
- Breathable for layering; warm enough for autumn without overheating.
- Sizing
- Size up if between sizes; stretch knit adapts for close fit.
- Body balance
- Dropped shoulder line visually widens upper body, balancing wider hips.
- Pilling
- No anti-pilling treatment; viscose pills under friction, but blend prevents bagging.
- Care instructions
- Gentle washing recommended to minimize pilling.
- Styling
- Fully buttoned and tucked, it becomes a fitted knit blouse with dramatic wide sleeves.
- Structure
- Thick knit holds its shape, enabling it to replace a lightweight jacket.
- Climate suitability
- Provides moderate warmth for transitional weather and stays breathable indoors.
- Value
- Cost-effective jacket alternative with sustainable materials for $59 CAD.
- Base layer pairing
- Pair with a simple fitted base layer, or wear buttoned and tucked as a shirt.
- Material
- The 50% viscose, 28% polyester, 22% nylon knit holds its shape like a jacket.
- Sleeve practicality
- Buyers report the wide sleeves and drop shoulders can feel bulky and slide over hands or catch on objects during tasks.
- Layering
- Holds shape like a jacket for layering; wide sleeves conflict with fitted outerwear.
- Hand feel
- The 50% LENZING ECOVERO viscose creates a soft, breathable fabric with a fluid drape.
- Fit
- Nylon stretch and wide sleeves combine for shape recovery and unrestricted movement.
Product record
- Title
- Thick-Knit Wide-Sleeve Fitted Cardigan
- Brand
- Icône
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Styling a fitted cardigan with drop shoulders and wide sleeves
- Because the body is designed to follow your natural shape, you can treat this cardigan like a knit blouse — button it fully and tuck it into high-waisted trousers or a midi skirt, transforming the wide sleeves into a dramatic fashion focal point rather than a casual cover-up.
- The dense, plush knit has enough structure to act like a lightweight jacket in transitional weather, holding its shape without sagging — you can wear it over a thin knit top or a work blouse as a polished third layer that provides warmth without the stiffness of a blazer.
- The wide sleeves and drop shoulders carry enough design weight that the undershirt should be intentionally simple — a silk camisole, a fine ribbed tank, or a plain fitted tee — because the cleaner the base layer, the more polished the overall silhouette, per the styling rule that a highly detailed cardigan demands a minimal foundation.
- The clean dropped shoulder line visually broadens the upper body, which is especially flattering for pear-shaped figures because it draws the eye upward and creates balance with wider hips — this shape works as a strategic style tool without needing bulky padding or shoulder hardware.
How the thick knit fabric wears and insulates
- The thick knit provides moderate insulation that's ideal for autumn layering and milder winter days, but it won't overheat indoors like a heavy wool sweater — a true between-season performer.
- The 50% LENZING ECOVERO viscose provides softness and breathability, the 28% polyester adds wrinkle resistance and structural stability, and the 22% nylon delivers elasticity and recovery — a blend that keeps the thick knit from sagging or distortion while still feeling plush and drapey.
Eco-friendly ECOVERO viscose and its benefits
- The fiber's high affinity for dyes yields deep, saturated color that resists fading over time; for the Black and Taupe options, this ECOVERO property helps maintain a rich hue that stays true wash after wash, a practical benefit beyond the sustainability story.
- ECOVERO viscose retains all the comfort characteristics of conventional viscose—a silky-soft hand, excellent breathability, and a fluid drape—so the cardigan’s thick, stretchy knit feels plush and comfortable against skin without trapping heat, even with its substantial weight.
- Every LENZING™ ECOVERO™ fiber is manufactured with a proprietary identification marker that permits verification of the raw material's origin even in the finished garment, so buyers can trust that the viscose in this cardigan is genuine ECOVERO rather than an uncertified 'eco viscose' that lacks the same environmental guarantees.
- LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose is the first viscose fiber brand to carry the EU Ecolabel for textile products (license no. AT/016/001), an independently audited standard that covers reduced emissions, lower water impact, and responsible forestry; this means the cardigan’s 'forest-conscious' labeling is backed by a rigorous third-party environmental certification rather than a self-declared claim.
- Compared to generic (unbranded) viscose, ECOVERO fibers are produced using at least 50% less water and generate at least 50% fewer carbon emissions, based on life-cycle assessment data available through Higg MSI; for a garment as thick-knit and plush as this cardigan, the fiber itself carries roughly half the environmental burden of a comparable conventional viscose piece.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Black long-sleeve knitted cardigan with a centered vertical button placket, fitted waist and a short front center slit at the hem; crew neckline and wide straight sleeves.
- SilhouetteFitted torso with a defined waist and a short front center slit at the hem that reveals a small triangle of skin; overall length ends near the top of the hips.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (high) - NecklineRounded crew neckline sitting close to the base of the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - SleevesLong, straight wide sleeves with a relaxed, boxy cut and no visible cuff shaping.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.34 · h 0.56 (high) - Button placketCentered vertical placket with small round buttons running from the neckline to the hem; buttons appear evenly spaced and visible against the knit.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.15 · w 0.06 · h 0.38 (high) - Knit textureFine to medium density knit surface visible on the torso and sleeves with a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.34 · h 0.40 (high) - Hemline detailFront center hem has a small slit that creates a slight triangular opening above the waistband of the pants.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Model wearing the cardigan posed against a plain light beige background; glossy black faux-leather pants and a studded black handbag are visible as styling props; directional lighting casts a shadow to the left.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to mid-thigh, standing with one arm down holding a bag and the other arm slightly away from the body.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - Styling prop - pantsGlossy black faux-leather pants with visible front pockets and seam details worn by the model; reflects light.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.56 · w 0.46 · h 0.38 (high) - Styling prop - handbagBlack rounded handbag with visible studs, held in the model's left hand near the lower left corner of the image.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.80 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light beige background with a soft hard-edged shadow of the model cast to the left, indicating directional lighting from the right.
Colors
deep black· cardigan body#130E0Bdark metallic· buttons#322C2A- SilhouetteFitted torso with a defined waist and a short front center slit at the hem that reveals a small triangle of skin; overall length ends near the top of the hips.
- 02
Product
Front view of a fitted, long-sleeve knit cardigan worn by a model; visible front button placket, slightly cropped hem with a center front V-slit, and wide straight sleeves.
- NecklineWide rounded crew neckline that sits close to the collarbone on the model.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Front button placketSingle vertical row of small round buttons centered on the front, running from neckline to hem.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.14 · w 0.16 · h 0.33 (high) - Hem shapeCropped hem with a center front inverted V-slit that reveals a small triangular gap above the waistband of the pants.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.35 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Sleeve styleLong, straight wide sleeves with a relaxed fit and no visible cuff detail, extending past the wrist crease.
2 regions
x 0.21 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.61 · y 0.18 · w 0.17 · h 0.45 (high) - Fabric appearanceFine, smooth knit with a matte finish visible across the torso and sleeves; no visible patterning or ribbing.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (medium) - Fit and silhouetteFitted through the torso with a slightly tapered waist, ending at the upper hip; worn tucked slightly above the pants waistband by the model.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible hardwareSmall circular buttons appear to be the same dark color as the cardigan.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.20 · w 0.07 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot with plain light neutral background; model full-body pose facing forward holding a handbag, soft even lighting with a short shadow to the model's right.
- Shot compositionFull-length studio shot showing the model from head to toe, centered in frame with even margins on left and right.
- BackgroundSolid light beige or off-white seamless background with no visible props or graphics.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even frontal lighting producing a faint cast shadow to the model's right and subtle highlights on shiny garments.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.35 (medium) - Model pose and propsModel stands with weight shifted to one leg, left arm relaxed and holding a small shoulder bag by its handles at hip level.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.48 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high) - Image qualityCrisp, high-resolution image with clear detail and accurate focus across the model and garments.
Colors
matte black· cardigan#130E0Bgloss black· pants#130E0Apatent black· handbagblack· shoes#130E0A- NecklineWide rounded crew neckline that sits close to the collarbone on the model.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a black thick-knit fitted cardigan with long wide sleeves, a crew neckline, and a defined waist seam; worn by a model.
- View and fitBack-facing view of a fitted cardigan showing a waist-level horizontal seam that narrows the silhouette at the waist and a slightly flared lower hem below the seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Sleeve shapeLong, straight wide sleeves with a relaxed drape that extend to the model's wrists without visible cuff shaping.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline visible from the rear with a smooth, narrow neckline edge.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (medium) - Material and textureUniform dense knit fabric with a smooth, slightly matte finish consistent across the back and sleeves, appearing thick and structured.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high) - Hem lengthCardigan hem ends at the top of the hips, above the waistline of the pants.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.46 · w 0.52 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible stitching/seamA horizontal seam runs across the back at waist level; shoulder seams are visible as dropped seam lines.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.64 · h 0.14 (medium) - ColorUniform deep black color across the cardigan surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.42 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing model from the rear against a pale neutral background; model holds a black handbag and wears glossy black pants; soft directional lighting casts a shadow to the right.
- Model and poseModel stands facing away from the camera with head turned slightly to the right, right arm relaxed and left arm holding a handbag at the side.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven pale cream background with soft directional studio lighting producing a faint shadow to the model's right.
- Additional garments and propsGlossy black wide-leg pants and a black handbag with handles are visible and held by the model; pants have visible back pockets and seam details.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.56 · w 0.56 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (medium) - Image crop and qualityFull body crop from head to mid-thigh with clear focus and neutral color rendering.
Colors
deep black· cardigan body and sleeves#130E0B- View and fitBack-facing view of a fitted cardigan showing a waist-level horizontal seam that narrows the silhouette at the waist and a slightly flared lower hem below the seam.
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Q&A
4 answered- Is the cardigan true to size for a fitted look, or does it run small? If between sizes, do you recommend sizing up?
- This cardigan is designed for a fitted silhouette, and the thick, stretch knit should accommodate your natural size. If you're between sizes, we recommend sizing up for a comfortable fit that still feels close-fitting, as the stretch will adapt to your body.
- Is the cardigan made of 100% LENZING ECOVERO Viscose, or is it blended with other fibers like polyester or elastane to provide the stretch?
- The product description states it is made from LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose and describes the knit as having stretch, so it likely contains a small percentage of elastane or another stretch fiber, though the exact blend percentages are not listed.
- Does this thick-knit cardigan tend to pill with regular wear? Is there any anti-pilling treatment applied?
- LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose fibers can develop pilling with regular wear, especially in areas of friction. We do not apply any anti-pilling treatment to this cardigan. To minimize pilling, we recommend gentle washing and avoiding rough surfaces.
- How do the wide sleeves feel during daily activities like typing or eating? Do they restrict movement or get in the way?
- The wide sleeves and drop shoulders are designed for a relaxed, loose fit, so they won't feel tight during typing or eating. However, the thick knit means the sleeves can be bulky and may slide over your hands or catch on objects; you might need to push them up for tasks like typing.