Bow Tinsel Print Knitted Cardigan - black

All-over bow motif knitted into the fabric - not printed, not patched - so the pattern sits flush with the weave and catches the light as you move. Metallic fibre runs through the base knit, giving the cardigan a subtle shimmer that reads as festive without tipping into costume territory. Cropped length hits at the hip, sitting neatly above high-waisted bottoms and keeping the proportions sharp rather than swamped. V-neckline with a full button-through front - wear it done up as a top in its own right, or leave the lower buttons open over a fitted layer beneath. Ribbed cuffs and hem hold the shape through wear, stopping the silhouette from losing its structure by the end of the day. The cropped cut is the thing here - it sits just right over high-waisted shorts or tailored wide-leg trousers, and the boxy-but-neat shape means it layers comfortably over a fitted roll-neck when the temperature drops. The bow print gives it a strong point of view without needing anything else to do the talking, so keep the rest of the outfit simple: think plain tailored shorts as the model wears here, or straight-leg jeans and block-heel boots. The metallic thread in the knit means this one transitions naturally into evening - a Christmas party, a festive family gathering, or a dinner out where you want something that feels considered but not overdressed. Fully buttoned up, it functions as a standalone top; worn open over a thin knit, it becomes a layering piece with real personality. Either way, it earns its place at the front of the wardrobe from October through to January.