Cupcakes and Cashmere

My Boyfriend’s Back

October 17th, 2008

 

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As a child, one of the worst insults is to be called a nerd.  Well, at least it was for me (looking back, my massive retainer, uni-brow and baseball hat didn’t help matters much).  Oddly enough, dorky chic has somehow evolved into an up and coming fad as seen here, here and here (notice that the glasses are sold out!).  Since my vision is nearly perfect, I won’t be sporting any plastic lenses, but will be relying on boyfriend cardigans, inspired by the timeless Mister Rogers.

1. Cashmere Keepsake Cardigan, J.Crew: $188
2. Grosbee Cardigan, Paul & Joe Sister: £108
3. Color Block Cardigan, Old Navy: $25
4. Men’s Prep Stripe Cardigan, Fred Flare: $66
5. Eliana Boyfriend Cardigan, dELiAs: $49.50
6. Boiled Cut Away Cardigan, James Perse: $475
7. Gwyneth Cardigan, Theory: £125

Tune in this weekend when I’ll be posting some fun pictures from a little excursion planned for tomorrow!

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  • http://www.leeselooks.blogspot.com Lisa

    i love cardigans + boyfriends.
    perfect match.

    ahhh my fav is the James Perse one. the structure is stunning.

    happy friday girl.
    x.

  • Vivian

    boyfriend cardigans are the best. i’m lounging in one right now, it’s keeping me warm, and i can also wear them with jeans to work.

  • http://www.thebudgetbabe.com Budget Babe

    Adore. i especially love the cowl neck on #2

  • http://observationmode.blogspot.com/ enc

    I’m the biggest dweeb around, and I don’t care. I love all these sweaters, but mostly #6!

  • http://alwaysinstylenyc.blogspot.com/ Always In Style

    Awww…let your geek flag fly girl!

    Love these boyfriend cardigans.

  • http://www.heart-of-light.blogspot.com/ Rachel

    Love number 1! I’ve been living in my Mr. Roger’s cardigan since you helped me pick it out at Martin + Osa. I can’t believe how addictive it is!

  • http://fashionherald.blogspot.com fashionherald

    love #3 and 7.

  • http://www.iheartyoublog.com Paige

    why is my favorite one always the most expensive one? aaarrgg!!

  • http://savvymode.com savvymode sg

    i like 1, 2 , 7. only to figure out these 3 are the most pricely, darn it. : ) have a wonderful friday.

  • http://www.ramblingcreativity.blogspot.com Aartee

    Linked you again! Thanks for the cute sweater suggestions!

  • http://wewearthings.blogspot.com issa

    oooh #3 and 6 for me!

  • http://www.asiwassaying.com Dingo

    It figures that my favorite one is #6 at $475.

  • http://couturecarrie.blogspot Couture Carrie

    Hello neighbor! Love all your selections here, especially #5!

    xoxox,
    CC

  • http://amandabrookes.blogspot.com/ Gypsy Soul

    Mr Rogers was totally my neighbor! I think my favorite top 3 are already ranked…J Crew, Paul & Joe Sister, then Old Navy. yummmm cashmere sounds really nice right now =)

  • http://daisychaindreams.blogspot.com Laura

    I LOVE boyfriend cardigans,
    I’m forever searching for the perfect one.

    Have a great weekend sweets x

  • http://www.annesage.com The City Sage

    Though I know the color would look pukey on me, I adore the J Crew one—-especially those big buttons. The button is such an underrated fastener and that sweater gives it the attention it deserves :)

  • http://www.alreadypretty.com/ Sal

    Figures I’d be drawn to the MOST expensive of the pack – that James Perse sweater is amazing.

  • http://fashionchalet.blogspot.com Fashion Chalet

    I used to love watching Mr. Rogers as a kid. :) Aw nostalgia!
    Lovely cardigan picks. I like #1 and #6 best.

    xo/ fashion chalet

    Have a lovely weekend, can’t wait to read up on the excursion!

  • http://www.sharonrosepixie.blogspot.com sharon rose

    Hi there-a great post and I adore this trend so much! I was lucky to score a black merino wool boyf cardi on saturday for only £3-similiar to number 7, but long sleeved!!

  • http://www.daisychainae.blogspot.com Amber Eilert

    and of course, my favorite is number 6…darn it all James Pearse.

  • http://urple.blogspot.com Katlin

    That collar on the James Perse cardi is amazing! It looks so comfy and perfect to snuggle in!

  • http://www.zestyperspective.blogspot.com Jessie Cacciola

    i love that you keep posting mustard! enjoy your weekend, emily! xo

  • http://www.chelseasgirl.blogspot.com Chelsea

    I love the james perse sweater! so cute!

  • http://itsbecauseithinktoomuch.com Adiel

    I bought #3, but ended up taking it back because I have basically nothing to wear with it.

  • http://www.20vintage.blogspot.com Anabel

    hahahahaha….
    i’ve got some nerdy glasses
    and i LOVE them!

  • http://www.misscavendish.blogspot.com Miss Cavendish

    I’ve been reaching for my cashmere cardis for the last few days. But they’re fitted and lean and I’m really in the mood for a cuddly one like some of these . . .

  • http://engagedtobengaged.blogspot.com brandi

    mmmmmm the yellow’s and the stripes! love!

  • BudgetLexicon

    I love that I write a budget blog, but when ever looking at items in a mag or blog I always like the most expensive item the best! Totally applies to this post. I love the heather gray!

  • http://thelilbee.com The Lil Bee

    Hey-la, hey-la! I heart the yellow one and the James Perse one.

  • http://fiveblondes.com Micaela

    Just bought one from the Gap yesterday! :)

  • http://dapperkid.blogspot.com dapper kid

    Yes, yes and yes, they are FANTASTIC!!

  • http://www.littleramonas.blogspot.com the.ramonas

    wow. #6 is to die for. why do we always fall for the most expensive ones? WHY!!!

    love,
    the.ramonas

  • http://oh-so-arty.blogspot.com/ Sarah

    These kind of cardigans are chic and SO comfy (at least mine is!)… Love the first one!

  • http://luvvy-luvvy.blogspot.com/ LuVvy

    #6 is pretty rad. One of my favorite things to do when I really REALLY want something is to make it myself. I actually have some cream thin corduroy material that i will sew to get this look….but i have decided to turn it into a vest…Thanks for the inspiration!

  • http://youaremyfave.blogspot.com Melanie

    I think this might be my favorite trend this season. This and ruffles.

  • http://www.stylediscovery.com.au songy

    my vote goes to no. 6. That’s mighty cute!

  • http://hildemollerknag.blogspot.com Becca

    some great picks. I love numbers 3 and 6.

  • http://www.blissfulb.blogspot.com mrs. french

    darn you james! Why do you tempt me the way you do!!! Oh and Emily you are equally guilty…xxoo

  • http://www.bellemaison23.com julie

    loving this trend!

  • http://nothing-elegant.blogspot.com Tara

    Cardigans are a definite weakness of mine. I can never have enough! These are so cute!!