Sheer Wool Cardigan
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100% wool · Oyster, Truffle, Soot
The Sheer Wool Cardigan is finely knitted in 100% wool and fastens down the front with shell buttons. Button it up as a top, or leave it open over a slip dress or a long skirt.
Fabric
100% wool, knitted
- Worsted wool yarn, 60-count
- Fine, sheer knit with stretch
Design
- Button front, closed with shell buttons
- Long sleeves
- Made as a base layer, to sit under other pieces or stand on its own
Colour
Oyster: a pale warm greige, near cream · Truffle: a light warm brown, near tan · Soot: a deep charcoal with an olive cast, near black. (Screen and lighting may vary.)
Size & fit (inches)
Measured by hand; allow about 0.4 to 1.2 in either way.
| Size | Length | Bust | Shoulder | Sleeve |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 23.0″ | 29.1″ | 13.8″ | 25.6″ |
| M | 23.6″ | 30.7″ | 14.2″ | 26.0″ |
| L | 24.2″ | 32.3″ | 14.6″ | 26.4″ |
Model
5 ft 9 in, bust 30.7 in, waist 24.0 in, hips 35.4 in, wearing M (one of the two models shown).
Care
Hand wash or dry clean. Hand wash cold with a wool detergent, wash colours separately and dry flat. Do not machine wash or tumble dry.
Reach for it on mild days and evenings: open over a long skirt, or buttoned up under a coat.
Materials & Care
Every Aelse piece begins with the material. We work in leather tanned to soften with wear, suede, cashmere, wool and alpaca chosen for the hand, silk, linen and ramie that breathe, and slow beauty made from botanicals. Natural where it can be, considered where it can't — chosen to last and to be kept.
Made to Order Policy
Made-to-order work is created with care, intention, and mutual trust.
If a return is requested, the item must be returned and received in its original condition before a refund is issued. Refunds cannot be processed while an item remains with the client.
To protect the integrity of our custom process, future commissions are offered at our discretion.
Size & Fit Info
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Before checkout, add size info in the cart and enter your bust, waist, hips, height, and weight. We’ll personally review your measurements before shipping to ensure every piece fits beautifully—because when it fits, it flatters. And when it flatters, it lasts.
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100% wool · Oyster, Truffle, Soot The Sheer Wool Cardigan is finely knitted in 100% wool and fastens down the front with shell buttons.
What women keep telling us
Worn, and not let go of
“Warm as a blanket, looks like the runway. Highly recommend.”
“Threw a blazer on at JFK, walked into a client meeting. No wrinkles. New travel uniform.”
“The quality and cut is out of this world. I'm always getting compliments.”
Small batches. Scarce fabrics.
The Aelse Difference
Every Aelse piece is created in small batches — shaped by careful hands, scarce fabrics, and techniques that honor where they come from. Clothing that stays with you through shifting seasons, restless cities, and the many versions of you.
Longevity before novelty
Aelse is not priced for impulse. It is priced for women who choose with intention.
Pieces that learn you
Leather that softens, knits that settle, fabrics that remember your touch. A piece becomes yours because it stays long enough to hold your story.
Minimal waste, meaningful production
Some pieces are crafted on demand. This lowers excess, avoids landfill cycles, and protects the integrity of our makers.
For women who move — through cities, seasons, and selves. Who repair what they love, and understand that longevity is its own kind of luxury.
A considered timeline
Because our pieces are made slowly, some orders take a little longer. A few weeks now means years of wear later.
Small-batch quality
We work with ateliers, cultural partners, and independent makers who specialize in long-lasting craft.
A fit made for you
Share your measurements at checkout — we tailor our recommendations to reduce returns and ensure a piece you'll keep.
Scarcity with honesty
When fabrics and materials run out, we don't replace them. Some pieces won't return.
Questions, answered
How do you wear a cardigan?
Button it up as a top, or leave it open over a dress, a skirt or trousers for a longer line. The sleeves are long and can be pushed up or cuffed, and the button front lets you close it as much or as little as you like.
What do you wear under a sheer top?
A fitted camisole, bralette or slip in a matching tone sits cleanest under the sheer knit, and a plain tank works as well. Keep the layer underneath simple so the knit stays the focus.
How do you wear a cardigan with a dress?
Wear it buttoned partway or open over a slip dress or a column dress, and let the sheer knit show the dress beneath. A long skirt in the same tone as the cardigan gives one continuous line, as in the photos.
Is wool warm?
Wool is naturally warm for its weight. This cardigan's sheer knit makes it a light layer for mild days, evenings and indoor wear, or an extra layer over a dress or a fine knit.
What is a cardigan?
A cardigan is a knitted top that opens down the front, usually fastened with buttons, and can be worn over other clothes or on its own. This one has long sleeves and a button front in a sheer, fine knit.
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At Aelse, every piece is crafted to stay — chosen with intention, meant to be worn deeply and loved for years. But if something isn’t quite right, we promise to make it right. You can access our return policy here.
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In-stock pieces typically arrive within 5–10 business days. Made-to-order garments and artisan items may take longer — up to 21 days — and each piece’s timeline is listed on its product page.
Because our work comes from different makers around the world, your order may arrive in separate packages, each dispatched as soon as it’s ready.
If timing matters, message us anytime. We’ll always be transparent and help guide you.
Thoughtful fit is part of thoughtful service.
To help ensure your piece fits beautifully, add your bust, waist, hips, height, weight, and any notes (like “prefer oversized” or “one size up on the bomber”) in the cart drawer or cart page before checkout.
Our team reviews every detail before shipment — because confidence should never need adjustment.
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