Men's black cardigans

The black cardigan, a timeless piece to combine style and elegance Since its appearance a little over 150 years ago, the cardigan has survived the centuries without showing a single wrinkle. Today, it continues to establish itself among the essentials of the men's wardrobe. From the most sophisticated looks to very casual outfits, the black cardigan can be found in all men's wardrobes, for a look that is both sober and timeless. A brief historical pointOriginally, the cardigan was a garment worn by French and British fishermen in the 17th century. It owes its name to James Thomas Brudenll, count of Cardigan. The latter became a true hero after the Battle of Balaklave (Ukraine) in 1854. During this confrontation, he wore a sweater buttoned at the front. Considering himself too cramped in his clothing, he took his saber to split it in two.... The cardigan was born! After Brudenll's victory, this piece quickly established itself in British high society, then French. In the 1920s, the cardigan was then sublimated by Coco Chanel, who decided to combine it with her many suits. Finally, it was brought up to date in the 80s by Agnès B, who modernized it by equipping it with snap buttons and comfortable materials to wear. Why is this garment still so popular today? Timeless, the cardigan is a sober and basic garment, which can be available in an infinite number of versions... It keeps more or less warm depending on the way in which it is has been conceived. This makes it particularly pleasant to wear, whatever the season. One of the main advantages of this garment lies in the fact that it can be worn with the buttons open; it thus remains very comfortable and airy in the summer period. Furthermore, and unlike the sweater, the cardigan cannot be worn over the head: this avoids the famous problem of “electric hair”. Very versatile, the cardigan can accompany you in all your clothing styles. A cardigan worn with jeans and a pair of sneakers, for example, will be perfect for a sporty look. Worn with light pants, it will then be totally suitable for an office outfit. Neutral and easy to match, it adapts to all your clothing moods and avoids any possible style mistakes. Choosing the right black cardigan How can you be sure to wear the cardigan best suited to your figure? How to choose it?Depending on the cut of the garmentThe cardigan is a fairly sober piece of clothing, which must above all allow you to highlight your torso. For an optimal result, you must nevertheless be careful to select your model carefully. First of all, make sure that the opening of your cardigan goes low enough, so that the garment does not bunch you up. To check that the garment falls at the correct height, make sure that you can close the button that stops 10 cm above your navel (like a suit jacket).Choose a model according to its sizeIf you are rather small in size, wearing a plain black cardigan will be perfect to show off your appearance. Indeed, this type of top gives an impression of verticality and noticeably lengthens the torso. If, on the contrary, you are more of a tall man, opt for a more textured model. You can, for example, opt for a model in heather cotton, this material takes up more space on your bust. How to wear your clothes well? Are you lacking inspiration to wear your black cardigan with elegance? Here are some outfit ideas to help you create a look that suits you. For a casual lookTo display a casual and trendy look, opt for a short black cardigan model, which you will match for example with blue jeans and a gray or white city shirt. Then complete your outfit with a pair of black derby shoes, and a military jacket in an olive green color. You can also opt for a navy blue cardigan or a gray cardigan. For a more sportswear look, go for a zipped cardigan model: match it with comfortable gray wool chinos, a pair of dark sneakers and a striped t-shirt , it will instantly give you the most athletic look. To brighten up your outfit, you can wear a quilted shirt jacket in a light brown color over it, as well as a watch with a brown canvas strap.For an evening at the restaurantFor dinner at the restaurant or a drink with friends, choose a long black cardigan model. You can wear it with elegant white chino pants, a khaki round-neck t-shirt, black leather loafers, as well as a matching leather watch. If you want to show off a more sober look, prefer pants dark gray chinos, a gray cotton t-shirt, and a pair of brown leather sneakers. To enhance your outfit, for example, you can add a beautiful silver watch to your handle. To go to the office The black cardigan is an ideal piece for going to work. In particular, it can be worn over a white checked dress shirt, with a tobacco-colored tie, elegant navy blue jeans, and a pair of leather monks, matching the tie. For a modern and elegant look, consider accessorizing your outfit with a leather watch in a golden shade, or with a tobacco-colored leather clutch. When the colder seasons arrive, opt instead for a winter model in order to maintain optimal comfort. The black cardigan is perfect for creating many warm outfits. For example, it can easily be worn under a black overcoat, with dark jeans and a white or beige long-sleeved shirt. For an offbeat look Contrary to popular belief, the cardigan can also be used perfectly to adopt more original outfits. If you want to think outside the box, don't hesitate to wear your cardigan over a checked shirt and tie set, and match it all with light brown shorts and a pair of black leather slippers... Elegant look and offbeat guaranteed! Another possibility, use this garment to create a more “loose” style. Worn with wide mustard-colored pants (ideally baggy style), a loose white t-shirt and a light brown overcoat, the black cardigan worn close to the body allows you to adopt a very trendy look. Choose quality with Eden Park Adapting to all your desires, the black cardigan is available in both casual and urban versions. Zipped or buttoned, in cotton or thick knit... Which model will best reflect your style for this fall? Discover our black Eden Park cardigans. Made from noble materials such as cotton and cashmere, they benefit from elegant and subtle details such as a striped collar cuff in the colors of Eden Park, or a signature embroidery stamped on the back. To discover all our models, visit Hurry up to the Eden Park point of sale nearest to you. You can also do your shopping directly on our website: delivery is free from 80 euros of purchases!