Marks and Spencer shoppers are snapping up the Air-Yarn Striped Cropped Cardigan, priced at £24, which has earned a 4.8 out of five star rating based on 186 reviews. The knit, available in sizes extra small to extra large, remains in stock online.
Design and Fabric
The cardigan is crafted from Marks and Spencer's Air-Yarn fabric, a lightweight blend designed to offer warmth and a soft feel without the bulk of traditional wool. It features a slim fit, short body, crew neckline, and tortoiseshell-effect buttons.
Shoppers can also choose the Air-Yarn Crew Neck Short Cardigan in solid colours including caramel, mole, dark burgundy, and sage green.
Shopper Reviews
One satisfied shopper said: "Nice soft smart cardigan. Looks good over black or cream trousers. Not too bulky." Another wrote: "This cardigan can be worn casually with jeans or part of a smarter ensemble for a more special occasion. The fabric is quite substantial and hopefully it will wash well. An excellent purchase."
A third reviewer commented: "I have bought one in every colour. I am a petite fit and the length is ideal for me. I would say the reason they are shorter than the normal cardigan lends itself to being tucked in or rolled over while wear trousers or a shirt giving it a neater appearance."
One five-star review read: "Love, love, love this cardigan. It looks fantastic on and so soft and warm too. My daughter keeps stealing it so I tried to get her one but it had sold out. If M&S do this in another colour, I will be snapping it up."
Alternative Options
For those seeking alternatives, Next offers the Grey Fairisle Soft Touch Chunky Knit Open Cardigan at £49, featuring long balloon sleeves, and the Black Stripe Cable Knit Cropped Cardigan at £35, designed for layering over tees.
Some reviewers noted the cardigan runs short, with one three-star review stating: "I like the colour and material of this cardigan. But, with so many items I have had to return to Marks in the past few weeks the item is far too short. I appreciate this is the fashion but it would be nice if Marks produced some standard length items for the older and loyal customer."
