Cardigan is a knitted, buttoned outer garment that reaches to the chest or hips, typically worn as a sweater. It originated as a named garment from the British Earl of Cardigan, evolving from military-style knitwear to a staple in civilian fashion. The word denotes a specific clothing item, often made of wool or cotton, worn for warmth or layering in casual to smart-casual settings.
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