Cardigans.  They’re comfortable, warm, less formal than a jacket, but can often be more distinguished on occasion (Google “Logan Roy + cardigan”), and are essential for advanced layering and styling.  V-neck cardigans are the most versatile of all styles because they don’t disturb the neckline of whatever you pair it with and can show off a necklace or scarf, should you wear.  In addition to their obvious use of saving freezing women everywhere, ladies can wear one buttoned alone as a top, tucked or belted.  For men, the shawl-collar cardigan above is a great example of relaxed elegance, while offering the perfect amount of airs.  Wear it with wool trousers, 5-pocket twills, or denim and enjoy the mystique.

WOMEN
Madewell Alpaca-Blend V-Neck Cardigan ($89.50)
Poppy is pictured, but black is the best color. This is lightweight and airy. It will not smash your blouse underneath because it kind of floats close to you.  Semi-sheer which is great for styling and very sexy.  The fabric is lovely and the price is fab.  Size UP!

Additional Option:
La Ligne Mini Toujours Ribbed Cashmere Cardigan ($325)
Workhorse.

MEN
Peregrine Wilkinson Shawl-Collar Wool Cardigan ($248)
This is a heavyweight champ of a knit. It will beat all your other cardigans up over the years and still be handsome.  The quality is superb and the buttons are everything.  Layer over tees, button downs, and/or under a vest or car coat.

Additional Option:
A.P.C. Samuel Slim-Fit Merino-Wool Cardigan ($350)
Finely knit and no pockets.  Clutch.  If you run hot, this is for you.

Sometimes the most simple of pieces are ironically enough the most difficult to shop for. Especially pieces that we can bring out any time of year, day and night, and pair with just about anything. All the more reason to love AYR.  All Year Round is a revolving resource where you can find versatile, season-less essentials, which is always a goal in my work with clients and why I like the collection so much. They are the missing link that will help you simplify everything in your wardrobe dramatically, in a way that is high quality, low maintenance, and still reasonable for those investments pieces you will reach for again and again. Their luxe-yet-minimal approach, integrates clean modern lines while still remaining comfortable and the pieces move easily effortlessly from season to season and are in beautiful Turkish cottons, Italian wools, the softest Japanese jerseys out there and with just a little stretch where and when you want it. Did I mention I love their denim as well? Some current favorites: The Intergalactic Pant, The Slip Cami, The Hi-Rise Skinny Jean — yum!