M&S £40 fluffy knit hailed 'cuddle in a cardigan' as shoppers buy for occasions
M&S £40 fluffy knit hailed 'cuddle in a cardigan'

Marks & Spencer's Textured Button Front Slim Cropped Cardigan, priced at £40, has earned five-star reviews from shoppers, with one describing it as a "cuddle in a cardigan". The fluffy knit is available in charcoal and light grey, in sizes extra-small to extra-large, and is designed for layering during transitional autumn weather.

Shoppers praise the 'luxurious' cardigan

All reviews on the M&S website so far give the cardigan five stars. One customer wrote: "This is very luxurious and a very good price, will keep for special occasions." Another added: "A cuddle in a cardigan. So soft but looks classic too. Will get a lot of wear out of this."

A further shopper said it was "even nicer than I thought", writing: "Love this cardigan. So soft and feels like it will be quite warm as well as glam. I like the short length, suits my body shape and looks great with wide leg trousers. Have both colours and would like more! Very nice quality."

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Design details and styling

The cardigan features a crew neck, slim-fit silhouette, and a slightly cropped shape, making it suitable for pairing with high-waisted jeans or trousers. It is finished with button fastenings and ribbed trims. M&S recommends wearing it with barrel leg trousers and loafers for an autumnal look.

Some customers noted minor drawbacks, with one saying: "I haven't worn it yet, I like it just a shame it's dry clean only." Another commented on the charcoal version's colour: "Lovely fluffy cardigan, which can be worn as a jumper. The colour is not a true grey but slightly brown."

Alternative textured cardigans

For a similar look, New Look offers the Dark Brown Covered Button Crew Neck Cardigan for £29.99, available in green and dark red, sizes 6 to 22. Mayfair and Finch's Soft Relaxed Knit Cardigan costs £39.95, comes in colours including black, pink and red, sizes small to 3XL, and features a V-neckline and fluffy texture.

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