I'll never forget the iconic moment when Katie Holmes stepped out in the Khaite cardigan, paired with a matching cashmere bra, before it was famous near the end of summer 2019. The actress had been flying under the radar for years when this look made her one of fashion's It girls. I recently learned that she purchased it herself (no stylist needed), and I think it was a hit on the internet because it's the definition of easy, effortless, and chic.
Although years have passed, I *still* think about the cardigan, as do most of my co-workers and, honestly, anyone who has a thing for fashion. While many brands cycle styles in and out, Khaite has kept this core piece in its repertoire, and it continues to pop up styled in new ways. There's nothing like a designer buy that stays in your closet for the long run. While the cardigan itself is still a bit out of my price range, I'm eyeballing a few affordable alternatives in the meantime. Shop the cardigan of my dreams and a few other options below.
*The* Khaite sweater:
It's even prettier in person.
The classic colorway.
I haven't seen this colorway before but I'm automatically obsessed.
The best colorway if you want to look like Katie Holmes.
Affordable alternatives to the iconic Khaite sweater:
This sweater would be the ideal affordable swap.
This one's similar but different.
She can do no wrong.
THIS with layered necklaces.
This one isn't a cardigan but it has that hourglass shape that makes the Khaite sweater so iconic.
It! Has! Pockets!
I'm here for the bell sleeves.
The cinched waist is incredible.
The quality on this is unmatched.
This looks like it costs triple the price.
Shop more cardigans:
Chic.
This has such a '90s vibe to me.
The collar is incredible on this.
Layer this one with a fun crisp button down.
We love a floor sweeper.
This one looks warm.
Incredible.
Here for this.
I just love a pop of red.
The gold buttons make this one feel so luxe.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
