Peplum Hem Knitted Cardigan - plum

The peplum hem is the defining detail here - knitted pleats flare out from the waist, giving the cardigan a structured shape that sits and moves like a proper fitted top rather than a standard knitwear layer. A high, ruffled neckline adds a delicate finish at the collar, sitting close to the neck without feeling restrictive. Tonal button fastening runs the full length of the front, so it can be worn fully buttoned as a standalone piece or left partially open over a fitted top. The sleeves are full and billowy through the arm, tapering to a neat ribbed cuff - a contrast to the close-fitted bodice that keeps the silhouette intentional rather than oversized. Ribbed detailing across the bodice adds texture and helps the fitted section hold its shape through the waist. The knit has a soft, slightly plush hand to it - the kind that sits close without clinging, making the fitted bodice feel comfortable rather than constricting. That waist-to-peplum transition does the work of defining the silhouette without any extra effort on your part. The model pairs it with wide-leg tailored trousers, which is exactly the right call - the volume of the peplum and the sleeve balances well against a fuller trouser leg. It works just as well tucked into a midi skirt for a family gathering or worn with straight-leg jeans for a casual weekend. The full button placket means you can also style it as a layer over a simple fitted roll-neck, leaving the top buttons undone for a more relaxed feel. A versatile piece that transitions easily from day to evening without needing much else around it.