Did you know that cardigans can be versatile? They are widely available in thrift stores, offering an array of options to suit diverse tastes and budgets. If you are a fashion enthusiast seeking both style and affordability, keep reading. 

You can achieve a bolero look with a shrug or short jacket by taking the first button and placing it through the last hole, buttoning it behind your back. Then, take the last button and fasten it through the top hole, also buttoning it behind your back. I promise you, that cardigan will stay in place and not move! 

You can also achieve a crossed sweater look by turning your cardigan upside down and buttoning everything. I recommend tucking the cardigan into your pants for a more elegant effect. 

Finally, a third look that you can achieve is by turning the back of the cardigan while facing forward and inserting your arms. The buttons will be on your back, and you can button them to achieve another sweater look.

Whether crafting a bolero-inspired look or opting for the cozy sweater charm, thrifted cardigans provide endless opportunities for fashion expression without breaking the bank. Try it!

This article was titled “Transforming Thrifted Cardigans” in the September 2024 issue of Peer Magazine.