Soft vintage feeling
Knitwear and cardigans add warmth, colour and a soft retro feeling that fits perfectly into the Mondo Kaos universe.
Fair Isle Knit Jacket
maroon melange
Fair Isle Knit Jacket cardigan in maroon red merino wool from Emmy Design
A brand-new cardigan style from Emmy featuring the classic Scandinavian fair-isle pattern.
This beautiful cardigan comes with a folded collar, giving you the option to button it all the way up or leave a few buttons open while still keeping an elegant vintage look.
The slim sleeves have puffed shoulders and display the charming fair-isle star motif just above the ribbed cuffs. The cardigan has Emmy’s signature cropped length, ending at the natural waist and fitting close to the body, making it a perfect match for your vintage wardrobe.
The base color is a lovely maroon red, while the fair-isle yoke across the shoulders and neckline comes in shades of rust, slate green, chocolate brown, and sand – making the Fair Isle Knit Jacket an ideal piece to pair with the deep hues of the season’s palette.
Crafted from Emmy’s wonderfully soft and thick merino wool.
Style it with the beautiful short-sleeved Emmy knit tops
Pair with our vintage-style blouses in deep reddish-brown or green tones
Complete the look with high-waisted vintage trousers
Size guide:
See the size chart in the image gallery. Please note that the measurements shown are garment measurements.
Material: 100% superfine merino wool.
Mulesing-free (wool from sheep treated with respect and care.)
Origin of material
Australia
Washing & care instructions
Machine wash with wool detergent on wool program or hand wash.
Dry flat.
Up to 5% shrinkage may occur.
Linting may occur, which is easily removed with a wool comb.
See care label for further information.
Sizeguide
We will deliver your parcel within 1–2 days.
If it does not fit, we offer a 14-day right of withdrawal.
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Mondo Kaos guide
Why we love Fair Isle Knit Jacket in maroon melange
Perfect for layering
Wear it over dresses, with high-waisted jeans or together with a skirt for a feminine and wearable look.
All year round
A good knit or cardigan is a favourite you can wear on cool summer days, through transitional seasons and all winter long.
Styling tip
Use knitwear and cardigans as the soft layer over dresses, blouses, jeans or skirts. It adds both warmth and vintage feeling.
Era inspiration
Inspired by the simple and functional silhouettes of the 1940s, with clean lines and a feminine everyday feel.
Find the right vintage cardigan
Our vintage-inspired cardigans feature feminine fits and classic details, making them easy to pair with dresses, skirts and high-waisted trousers. The styles are primarily inspired by 1940s and 1950s fashion, when short, fitted cardigans, delicate knit patterns, embroidery and feminine sleeves were characteristic of the era.
We always recommend checking the bust, waist and length measurements of each individual style rather than simply choosing your usual size. Some vintage cardigans have a close, fitted silhouette, while others are designed with a looser cut. The fabric composition also affects how much the cardigan stretches. Choose the retro cardigan that suits your desired look—from a simple everyday cardigan to a short, feminine style worn over a dress or a classic look inspired by the 1940s and 1950s.
Most of our cardigans from brands such as Emmy Design and Weekend Doll are cut at the waist, so they look best with high-waisted trousers and skirts or worn over dresses.
Cardigans from Emmy Design are primarily made from merino wool and should therefore preferably be hand-washed or simply aired, as wool is self-cleaning. If you want a cardigan that can be machine-washed, choose one made from cotton, such as those from Palava.
A cardigan can be a lovely alternative to a jacket worn over a dress when it is fitted and cut at the waist.
Wear your cardigan as a top by buttoning it all the way up to the neck, or wear it open over a top or dress. This gives you a versatile garment that can be styled in several different ways.
Why we love cardigans
Fit
Most of our cardigans from brands such as Emmy Design and Weekend Doll are cut at the waist, so they look best with high-waisted trousers and skirts, or worn over dresses.
Material
Cardigans from Emmy Design are primarily made from merino wool and should therefore preferably be hand-washed or simply aired, as wool is self-cleaning. If you want a cardigan that can be machine-washed, choose one made from cotton, such as those from Palava.
An alternative to a jacket
A cardigan can be a lovely alternative to a jacket worn over a dress when it is fitted and cut at the waist.
A versatile choice for your wardrobe
Wear your cardigan as a top by buttoning it all the way up to the neck, or wear it open over a top or dress. This gives you a versatile garment that can be styled in several different ways.
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