Dressing for hot weather can be tricky but shoppers have found a ‘perfect’ cardigan from fashion brand Roman Originals that makes for a lovely cover-up while still keeping you cool. The Knitted Crochet Shrug comes in black or white and the colours are proving so popular that shoppers are picking them up in both.
Ideal for layering over a dress or top on cool summer evenings, the £30 piece would also make a stylish addition to a formal outfit such as to a wedding or garden party. The 3/4 sleeves ensure a light and cool feel, plus the V-neckline when closed boasts intricate trim detail.
The knitted crochet fabric has a slight shimmer to it that gives it an expensive look and will look amazing under lights.
One feature that wearers love about this Roman cardigan is how versatile it is. If you’re going on holiday it reduces the amount you need to pack as it’ll work for all kinds of outfits. Someone confirmed this by writing: “This cover-up will go with everything therefore only need to pack this one for holiday and not all different colours.”
Another shopper favoured it for ‘hiding a multitude of sins’, going on to comment: “Looks great for the summer, a nice colour and a good cover up for your arms.” Someone else added: “This is ideal for use as a cover up on cooler summer days or to let you wear a sleeveless dress or top and not show your upper stems if you’re not happy with them. Fits true to size.”
Described as an ideal happy medium if you are struggling to find a cover-up, this review shared: “Light but pretty. More elegant than a cardigan and less formal than a jacket.”
You can wear the cardigan open, however, it does have a fastening at the front if you want to have it closed. This proved problematic for some who found it snagged at the delicate material. Someone with this view shared: “Wish it had had a small button fastener as the small hook and eye can catch on the garment.”
This Cotton Rich Textured Pointelle Cardigan (£29.50) from Marks and Spencer is a slightly thicker option that comes in sizes including extra small to extra large. Yours have a beautiful Crochet Tie Front Shrug for £26.50, stocked in white, black and blue.