Men's grey cardigans

The Eden Park gray cardigan, a sober and elegant garment

Since its appearance in the 19th century in the ranks of the British Empire, the cardigan has never ceased to attract the attention of modern dandies and gentlemen. It is in fact particularly appreciated for its comfort, its functionality and its authentic and timeless style. Which model will best reflect your personality this fall ? A little history... Originally, the cardigan was worn by French and British fishermen in the 17th century. But, in fact, he owes his great notoriety to James Thomas Brudenell, count of Cardigan. The latter became a legend after leading a heroic charge in 1854, during the Battle of Balaklava (Ukraine). He thus gave his name to the vest he had worn during the fight, buttoned on the front. This is how the cardigan entered high society. Later, it was brought up to date by Coco Chanel. In 1979, it was Agnès B. who took charge of modernizing it, by launching her famous cardigan with snap buttons, quilted in cotton. Cardigan or vest, what's the difference? Contrary to what some people think, the term “cardigan” does not mean the same thing as the word “vest”. Indeed, these two pieces are not designed in the same way! Technically, the classic vest is supposed to have no sleeves; it is worn to accompany the jacket of a suit, made from the same material as it. The cardigan is indeed equipped with sleeves. To summarize, the cardigan is a kind of collarless sweater, generally made of wool or cotton. A vertical opening is located on the front of the garment, and it is decorated with snap buttons or a zipper. Finally, its collar has the particularity of forming a sort of “V”, which is optimal for highlighting masculine builds! Choosing the right cardigan To find the gray, navy blue or black cardigan model that will fit perfectly with your clothing style, and whatever the occasion, here are some elements to take into account. To begin, be sure to choose the material of your clothing: it will depend on the season during which you wish to wear it. For mid-season, it is therefore advisable to favor a comfortable cotton model, while for winter, it will be preferable to adopt a model in merino wool or cashmere, very soft and warmer. The cardigan appears today today as a casual piece. You can therefore opt for a gray zipped cardigan model, and thus perfectly assert its casual spirit. For a more urban look, don't hesitate to choose authenticity by adopting a buttoned model. To be sure to choose a gray cardigan in the right size, make sure that the seam of the garment is on the right side. angle of your shoulder. The length of its sleeves should never exceed the base of your thumb. Finally, it should neither go too low below the hips, nor be too narrow when you zip it! How to wear your gray cardigan? The cardigan is a very versatile piece, which can adapt to all of your looks, in all seasons. In fact, it can be easily worn with a t-shirt, but can also be worn with winter outfits. Faced with this unstoppable neutrality, are you lacking inspiration to wear your gray cardigan in an elegant and original way? Here are some outfit suggestions to inspire you. For a lunch with friends To show off a relaxed look during a Sunday lunch, opt for a gray V-neck cardigan, which you will wear over tobacco-colored chinos and a long-sleeved plaid shirt. Complete your look with a pair of clear sunglasses, and a pair of brown leather derby shoes. You will thus be guaranteed to display a look that is both neat and casual. You can also decide to match your cardigan with a white round-neck t-shirt, gray chinos with white checks, and a pair of white low top sneakers. Sobriety and refinement guaranteed! In order to go to the office For a more formal look, adopt a light gray men's cardigan, and wear it with navy chinos and a light blue long-sleeved shirt. Furthermore, a tobacco-colored braided leather belt will be perfect to enhance your entire outfit! If you want to tone down the overly serious aspect of your outfit, don't hesitate to turn to a pair of sports shoes, in a light brown color for example. To go to work with your cardigan in the middle of winter, opt for layering , namely the superposition of layers. Concretely, layering is an excellent way to bring contrast and depth to an outfit. But it also allows you to dress warmly in winter, without having to give up an elegant look. For example, you can wear your gray cardigan over a white shirt and under a burgundy blazer, and complete your together with an elegant black polka dot scarf. For the bottom, opt for gray or navy blue suit pants, matched with an elegant pair of burgundy leather derby shoes. For an athletic look To display a sportier look, choose a men's cardigan model with a color-block style. A model that mixes three colors such as gray, blue and red, will, for example, go wonderfully with red jogging pants and a pair of white sneakers. For a summer look Some models of lightweight cardigans can be worn perfectly to complete your summer outfits. In this context, you can for example match your clothing with a white button-down collar t-shirt, black or navy blue shorts, and a small pair of white tennis shoes. For a touch of eccentricity, opt for models with brighter colors. As such, electric blue or brick red can appear to be an excellent alternative. Maintaining your cardigan properly every day To keep your garment trouble-free for several years, you must ensure that you maintain it with care. This includes carefully following the instructions on the label. If it is a 100% cotton cardigan, it is perfectly possible to machine wash it. Just be sure to wash it inside out, and never exceed a temperature of 30 degrees. On the other hand, if your cardigan contains merino wool, machine washing must be done in “delicate” mode. In addition, you will need to be careful to only wash your clothing with similar colors to prevent it from fading. Choose quality with Eden Park The men's cardigan is a real must-have, a piece that is practical, elegant, comfortable and timeless. At Eden Park, we invite you to discover a wide range of gray cardigans in merino wool or cotton. They adapt to a wide variety of styles, to meet all your clothing inspirations! To find the model that will accompany you on a daily basis, quickly go to the Eden Park point of sale closest to you. You can also make your purchases directly on our online store: delivery is free from 80 euros of purchases.