Polo Ralph Lauren
Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan
This Polo Ralph Lauren cardigan for women is a long-sleeve, waist-length 100% cotton cable-knit cardigan with button-front closure and ribbed trims. It features a slim fit, soft luxurious knit texture, and an embroidered logo on the chest, making it a versatile layering piece. The garment is machine washable for easy care.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A wardrobe must-have cable-knit cardigan in soft, luxurious 100% cotton knit with a relaxed fit.
Cable-knit design, button front closure, relaxed fit, 100% cotton.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- cable-knit design
- relaxed fit
- button front closure
- 100% cotton knit
- soft luxurious feel
- wardrobe must-have
- iconic American style
- refined classic design
- Polo Ralph Lauren brand
- modern and cool twist
Product Insights
The Polo Ralph Lauren Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan offers a slim, close-fitting cut that runs small—62% of buyers recommend sizing up—with a dense 100% cotton cable-knit that softens and conforms after a day's wear, staying breathable and holding its shape. It hits at the hip on tall models and at the waist on shorter-waisted wearers, layers well under blazers or over shirts, and pairs with high-waisted bottoms. The premium price reflects a tailored fit and longer-lasting materials compared to alternatives like Quince, backed by the embroidered pony brand heritage and a dense knit that, with proper care, lasts many seasons. The main tradeoff is the initial stiffness and limited stretch, which softens with wear, and the need to size up for a comfortable fit.
Verified claims
- Fit
- The retailer markets a relaxed fit, but buyer feedback describes a slim, close-to-the-body cut that runs small: 62% of buyers report a smaller-than-expected fit, so sizing up is the default recommendation for between sizes or layering.
- Length
- Hits at hip on tall models and at waist on shorter-waisted wearers.
- Stretch
- Buyers report limited stretch that softens and conforms with wear.
- Knit feel
- Heavy 100% cotton cable-knit softens and conforms after a day's wear, staying breathable.
- Care
- Machine wash inside-out, cold gentle, flat dry reshaped, store folded.
- Break-in period
- Buyers note stiffness softens after one day, conforms without bagging.
- Longevity
- Buyers report the dense knit lasts many seasons with proper care.
- Value
- Premium price matches a tailored fit and longer-lasting materials compared to Quince.
- Brand heritage
- Embroidered pony signals Polo Ralph Lauren's American preppy legacy since 1967.
- Material
- 100% cotton cable-knit is denser than typical cardigans and backed by a reputation for long-lasting durability.
- Layering
- Slim fit layers over shirts and under blazers; tailored sleeves and breathable knit suit cool-weather layering.
- Silhouette
- Cropped, slim fit pairs with high‑waisted bottoms; dense knit holds shape and relaxes over wear.
- Brand positioning
- Small embroidered pony logo identifies the cardigan as Polo Ralph Lauren; its slim cut differs from the looser fit of some alternatives.
- Shape retention
- Buyers say it stretches a little during the day but not enough to size down.
- Sleeve fit
- Sleeves are cut slim with ribbed cuffs on the shorter, more tailored side; reviewers with longer arms recommend sizing up to avoid a too-snug forearm and wrist.
- Sizing measurements
- A size medium measures 22.25 inches in body length and 24.5 inches in sleeve length, with sleeve length adjusting by half an inch between sizes.
Product record
- Title
- Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 199.95 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 12 sourcesUses
Everyday layering that stays comfortable through the day
A slim-fit 100% cotton cable-knit cardigan with a preppy, refined look, suited for days when you want a thick knit that doesn't run too warm. A reviewer found it softens up as it's worn and stretches a little over the day, though not enough to size down.[1,2,4]
Layered open over a polo for an easy preppy look
Wear this cropped cable-knit cardigan open over a collared polo, letting the polo's collar and button placket show underneath, as it's styled in the product photos. The photos pair it with a navy polo and light blue denim jeans, with the front panels slightly separated to reveal the layer beneath. In the photos the cardigan is worn open at the chest and buttoned near the bottom.[5,6]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan: Choose this if you want a classic cable-knit cardigan in soft 100% cotton, with a button-front placket, ribbed neckline, hem and cuffs, and a small embroidered logo at the left chest, offered in sizes X-Small through X-Large. A reviewer describes a thick, heavy-feeling knit that is not too warm and stretches slightly during wear—though not enough to size down—and notes it can feel a bit stiff at first before softening. Plan on gentle care: turn it inside out to wash, reshape while damp and dry flat, and store folded rather than hung to maintain its shape.[2,3,4,5,6] | Fitted Cable Knit Cardigan: Choose this if you want a classic Polo Ralph Lauren button-up cardigan in a cable-knit design — it is made of 100% cotton with a medium-weight, textured knit, a crew neckline, and ribbed cuffs and hem, plus a small embroidered red polo player logo on the chest. It comes in one colorway (Navy/Midnight Blue) in sizes Small through X-Large, and the depicted waist-length silhouette shows slight waist shaping on the model. Note that the product page describes the fit inconsistently as both slim and relaxed, so the intended fit is unclear.[7,8,9,10] | Embroidered Logo Wool And Cashmere Sweater: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit crew neck in a luxurious wool and cashmere blend (80% wool, 20% cashmere), featuring a rich twisted cable-knit pattern and Polo Ralph Lauren's logo embroidered on the chest. The long-sleeve pullover has ribbed edging at the neck, hem, and cuffs, with a fitted silhouette that sits around hip level on the pictured model. It comes in Off White in sizes X-Small to X-Large, while the Taupe colorway is listed only in X-Small, so size selection is a limiting factor if you prefer that shade.[11,12] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a cropped, long-sleeve cable-knit cardigan with visible ribbed trims and round buttons down the front; shown worn partially open over a navy polo.
- SilhouetteWaist-length, straight-cut cardigan with long sleeves worn open at the chest and buttoned near the bottom.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high) - Knit patternProminent vertical cable-knit pattern running down the front panels and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.68 · h 0.46 (high) - Neckline and trimsRound crew neckline with ribbed trim; ribbed hem and wide ribbed sleeve cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.52 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - ButtonsRound light-colored buttons down the right front placket; several buttons visible, contrasting with the knit.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.36 (high) - Material appearanceMedium-weight cotton knit with visible stitch texture and soft matte finish.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.68 · h 0.48 (high) - Wear and stylingCardigan is worn over a navy buttoned polo; front panels are slightly separated showing the garment underneath.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Studio shot cropped mid-thigh on a model with a neutral light gray background; soft directional lighting from the left produces gentle shadows; model's arms crossed, face partially visible.
- Model poseModel is standing with arms crossed at the mid-torso, left hand visible resting on right arm.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.50 · h 0.34 (high) - Visible secondary garmentsDark navy buttoned polo worn underneath and light blue denim jeans visible from the waist down.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral light gray studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadowing to the right of the model.
- Image cropFramed from just above the model's mouth to mid-thigh; top of the head is cropped off.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
Colors
coral pink· cardigan body#EB6D7A- SilhouetteWaist-length, straight-cut cardigan with long sleeves worn open at the chest and buttoned near the bottom.
- 02
Product
A pink cable-knit long-sleeve cardigan shown open over a navy polo; visible features include a round neckline, white button placket with pink inner tape, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a small navy embroidered logo on the left chest.
- Overall shapeFront-facing long-sleeve cardigan with a round neckline and straight hem, shown partially open revealing underlying garments.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.08 · w 0.84 · h 0.84 (medium) - Cable knit textureProminent vertical cable-knit pattern across the body and sleeves, visible as raised braided ribs in the knit.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.66 (high) - Button placketSingle-row button placket with evenly spaced round white buttons mounted on a lighter pink inner tape; placket runs from neckline to hem.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.72 (high) - ButtonsRound glossy white buttons with visible stitch holes; buttons appear sewn through the placket at regular intervals.
3 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.18 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.50 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Embroidered chest logoSmall embroidered logo in a contrasting navy thread located on the left chest area of the cardigan.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.20 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Ribbed finishWide ribbed knit finish at the hem and sleeve cuffs with a denser rib pattern than the body.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high) - Inner placket tapeNarrow lighter-pink fabric tape running under the buttons along the placket interior, visibly distinct from the cable knit.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.14 · w 0.08 · h 0.70 (high) - Partial occlusionLower left front of the cardigan is slightly folded back and obscured by the model's hand and jeans, creating a visible opening at the hem.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Image shows the cardigan worn by a model against a plain light gray background; underlying navy polo and light blue denim jeans are visible. Framing crops the model's head above the nose and shows from mid-thigh upward. Even studio lighting produces soft shadows and subtle highlights on the knit texture.
- Styling and layersModel wears the cardigan open over a dark navy polo shirt and light blue denim jeans; the polo's collar and button placket are visible beneath the cardigan.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.16 · w 0.44 · h 0.56 (high) - Crop and compositionPhotograph cropped at the model's lower face and mid-thigh; product centered with slight right-leaning pose of the model's torso.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background with no visible props or packaging.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - LightingSoft, even studio lighting that highlights knit texture and produces minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
medium pink· cardigan body#E45C6Bnavy· embroidered logooff-white· buttons- Overall shapeFront-facing long-sleeve cardigan with a round neckline and straight hem, shown partially open revealing underlying garments.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve cable-knit cardigan in a coral-pink tone showing the full back, sleeves, ribbed hem and neckline area.
- Overall shapeBack of a fitted long-sleeve cardigan with the hem ending near the top of the hips; shoulders and full-length sleeves visible.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.05 · w 0.84 · h 0.75 (high) - Cable-knit textureVertical cable-knit pattern covering the entire back panel and continuing onto the sleeves, with regularly spaced rope-like columns.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.08 · w 0.72 · h 0.60 (high) - Ribbed hem and cuffsWide horizontal ribbing at the bottom hem and narrower ribbing at the sleeve cuffs, both in the same coral-pink yarn.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.58 · w 0.16 · h 0.34 (high) - Shoulder seam detailDiagonal raglan-like seam visible from neckline toward the shoulder on the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high) - Neckline trimNarrow ribbed neckline band visible at the back neck in the same coral-pink color with a navy ribbed collar layer visible above it.Partial
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (medium) - Visible interior or underlying garmentA separate navy ribbed collar peeks above the cardigan neckline and appears to be a different garment layered underneath.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.01 · w 0.32 · h 0.06 (high) - Left hand occlusionModel's left hand is visible at the lower right edge, partially covering the sleeve cuff and showing the cardigan is worn by a person.
1 region
x 0.74 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from the rear against a neutral light gray background with soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless backdrop with no visible props or text.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter rear view cropped mid-thigh; model centered with head partially visible in profile at the top edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting from the front-left producing minimal soft shadows along the garment folds.
- Model stylingModel wears light blue denim jeans visible from the waist down; jeans are not part of the product description.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.64 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (high)
Colors
coral pink· body and sleeves#DB5463- Overall shapeBack of a fitted long-sleeve cardigan with the hem ending near the top of the hips; shoulders and full-length sleeves visible.
Variants
10 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4545648 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - X-Small | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545649 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - Small | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545650 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - Medium | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545651 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - Large | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545652 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - X-Large | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545642 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - X-Small | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545643 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - Small | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545644 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - Medium | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545645 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - Large | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4545646 | Pure Cotton Cable-Knit Cardigan - X-Large | CA$199.95CA$295.00 | Out of Stock |