Washable Workwear Wednesday: Alpaca-Blend Shawl-Collar Cardigan Sweater
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Now that we’re well into December, a blazer doesn’t really cut it anymore for a comfortable work commute.
In the winters of the Before Times, I would often pair a cozy sweater like this one from Banana Republic with my sheath dresses. The flattering shawl collar mirrors a traditional blazer lapel, and you can slim down the boxy fit with a wide belt. It’s made from a warm alpaca blend that will keep you comfortable on your way to and from work, or to and from just about anywhere.
This cardigan is $160 full price (but be on the lookout for frequent sales). It comes in heather oatmeal (a cream color) or toasted praline (a golden brown in lucky sizes only). It’s available in regular sizes XS–XXL and petite sizes XS–L.
Looking for other washable workwear? See all of our recent recommendations for washable clothes for work, or check out our roundup of the best brands for washable workwear.
Sales of note for 9.10.24
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Ann Taylor – 30% off your purchase
- Banana Republic Factory – Up to 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Boden – 15% off new styles
- Eloquii – $29 and up select styles; up to 50% off everything else
- J.Crew – Up to 50% off wear-to-work styles; extra 30% off sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – 40-60% off everything; extra 60% off clearance
- Lands’ End – 30% off full-price styles
- Loft – Extra 40% off sale styles
- Talbots – BOGO 50% everything, includes markdowns
- Target – Car-seat trade-in event through 9/28 — bring in an old car seat to get a 20% discount on other baby/toddler stuff.
- Zappos – 26,000+ women’s sale items! (check out these reader-favorite workwear brands on sale, and some of our favorite kids’ shoe brands on sale)
Kid/Family Sales
- Carter’s – Birthday sale, 40-50% off & extra 20% off select styles
- Hanna Andersson – Up to 50% off all baby; up to 40% off all Halloween
- J.Crew Crewcuts – Extra 30% off sale styles
- Old Navy – 40% off everything
- Target – BOGO 25% off select haircare, up to 25% off floor care items; up to 30% off indoor furniture up to 20% off TVs
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