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Full-Zip Cardigans & Knit Overshirts: Modern Layering

Structured full-zip cardigans and cashmere-wool zip overshirts with clean stand collars and two-way metallic zippers, styled over knit polos, striped tees, and tailored trousers. The sleek contemporary alternative to traditional button-front knitwear.

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Olive Waffle Knit Zip Cardigan with Off-White Chinos and Suede SneakersFrom $126

Olive Waffle Knit Zip Cardigan with Off-White Chinos and Suede Sneakers

Oct 18, 2026

Brown Ribbed Knit Zip Cardigan with Charcoal Trousers and Suede ChelseasFrom $137

Brown Ribbed Knit Zip Cardigan with Charcoal Trousers and Suede Chelseas

Oct 18, 2026

Black Full Zip Bomber Cardigan with Charcoal Tee and Pleated TrousersFrom $127

Black Full Zip Bomber Cardigan with Charcoal Tee and Pleated Trousers

Oct 18, 2026

Oatmeal Cable Knit Zip Cardigan with Chambray Shirt and Selvedge JeansFrom $146

Oatmeal Cable Knit Zip Cardigan with Chambray Shirt and Selvedge Jeans

Oct 18, 2026

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Look 1Men's White Cotton Crewneck T Shirt
ClimatePartner Verified KEEPSHOWING Mens Oversized Short Sleeve T-Shirts Cotton Loose Fit Tees
$9.99
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Look 2Men's Brown Ribbed Knit Zip Cardigan
Runcati Mens Full Zip Cardigan Sweater Casual Mock Neck Cable Knitted Winter Chunky Sweaters
$32.99
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Look 3Men's Black Full Zip Cardigan Sweater
Kallspin Men 100% Cotton Full Zip Sweater Cardigan Stand Collar Lightweight
$33.14
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Look 4Men's Oatmeal Cable Knit Zip Cardigan
Men's Full Zip Sweater Stand Collar Casual Knit Cardigan Jacket
$35.99
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Navy Waffle Knit Zip Cardigan with White Shirt and Khaki ChinosFrom $146

Navy Waffle Knit Zip Cardigan with White Shirt and Khaki Chinos

Oct 18, 2026

Quiet Luxury Cashmere Zip Overshirt and Knitted Polo with Sand TrousersFrom $122

Quiet Luxury Cashmere Zip Overshirt and Knitted Polo with Sand Trousers

Oct 9, 2026

Scandinavian Minimalist Charcoal Wool Zip Overshirt with Black Cropped Trousers and White SneakersFrom $132

Scandinavian Minimalist Charcoal Wool Zip Overshirt with Black Cropped Trousers and White Sneakers

Oct 9, 2026

Casual Grey Zip Cardigan Sweater with Striped T-Shirt White Chino Pants and Silver Ring Outfit

Casual Grey Zip Cardigan Sweater with Striped T-Shirt White Chino Pants and Silver Ring Outfit

Sep 23, 2026

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Look 5Men's Navy Waffle Knit Zip Cardigan
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 Amazon Essentials Men's Full-Zip Cotton Sweater, Ribbed Funnel Neck
$21.54
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Look 6Men's Cashmere Full Zip Overshirt
33,000ft Men's Full Zip Fleece Jacket Lightweight Warm Soft Polar Jackets
$30.59
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Look 7Men's Charcoal Wool Zip Overshirt
ZHILI Men's Wool Blend V-Neck Sleeveless Button Front Sweater Vest
$43.99
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Look 8Men's Grey Mock Neck Cardigan Sweater
COOFANDY Men's Mock Neck Sweater Lightweight Ribbed Knit Casual Pullover
$24.99
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We assembled this collection to spotlight the rise of the full-zip cardigan and knitted zip overshirt across modern smart-casual wardrobes. Replacing traditional button plackets with sleek metallic zippers gives heavy ribbed wool and cashmere knits the architectural presence of a lightweight jacket. Layer them open over fine-gauge tees or zip them up to the collar above pleated chinos and minimalist court sneakers for effortless transitional polish.

— The Editors

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