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Women's Knitwear: Jumpers and Cardigans
Discover women's knitwear from D.Franklin, with cardigans, crew-neck jumpers and polo-collar designs. Fine-knit styles and relaxed silhouettes give you different ways to add a knitted layer to your wardrobe.
Choose a cardigan when you want an opening at the front, or a jumper for a continuous layer over your top. Explore the wider women's clothing collection to put together an outfit around your knitwear.
Fine Knit, Relaxed Cuts and Different Necklines
Fine knit is a useful option for layering without adding much volume. A relaxed cut describes the shape, rather than the thickness: compare the chest, shoulders and hem before deciding how loose you want the garment to sit.
A crew neck gives a simple outline around the face, while a polo collar adds a more defined neckline. Look at the space available under your jacket as well as how the knitwear looks on its own.
How to Style Women's Knitwear
Wear a cardigan over a simple top with straight-leg jeans, or pair a polo-collar jumper with tailored trousers. Grey, cream, brown and sand tones offer understated combinations; a softer yellow can add colour without a strong contrast.
Finish a casual outfit with women's trainers, or browse women's footwear to compare other shapes. Balance a looser top with the cut of your trousers rather than choosing every layer in the same volume.
Details to Compare Before Choosing
- Opening: a cardigan offers a different way to layer from a pull-on jumper.
- Neckline: compare the simplicity of a crew neck with the definition of a polo collar.
- Shape: check the shoulder position, sleeve length and room around the body.
- Finish: a melange effect adds colour variation; it does not identify the fibre composition.
Choose Your Fit and Care for Your Knitwear
Use the size guide and compare the measurements with a garment you already like. Allow space for any layer underneath without automatically choosing a larger size. Follow the care label for washing and drying, and fold dry knitwear for storage to help avoid stretching it on a hanger.
Questions About Women's Knitwear
Should I choose a cardigan or a jumper?
Choose a cardigan if you want to open the front or show the layer beneath. A jumper works well when you prefer a continuous front and do not need to adjust it as often.
Is fine knit only suitable for spring?
No. Fine knit can be worn on milder days or layered under a jacket in cooler weather. Warmth also depends on the composition, construction and other clothes you wear.
Is a relaxed fit the same as buying a bigger size?
No. A relaxed fit is built into the garment's shape. Going up a size also changes sleeve and body length, so compare the size guide before sizing up.
Can I wear a polo-collar jumper under a jacket?
Yes. Check that the collar lies comfortably and the jacket closes without pulling across your chest or upper arms. A finer knit can make layering easier when space is limited.
How do I know whether a knit is wool or cotton?
Check the composition for the individual garment. Terms such as fine knit, melange or relaxed describe its appearance or cut and do not establish which fibres it contains.
Can I wash all the knitwear in the same way?
No. Follow each garment's care label, including its washing temperature and drying instructions. Avoid applying a wool-care routine or machine-wash setting to every knit without checking.
How can I stop a cardigan pulling across the front?
Check the fit over the top you plan to wear underneath, then move your arms and sit down. If the front gaps or pulls, reassess the size or cut rather than stretching the knit.
