A cardigan is a knitted sweater with an open front with either long or short sleeves. You can create various long and short sleeve cardigan outfits. Short sleeve cardigan is trendy among women. However, the market features decent options for men as well. This post discusses the different short sleeve cardigan outfit options for women.

Short sleeve cardigan outfit ideas

The following are some short sleeve cardigan outfit ideas you can try out at any time;

1.      Casual short sleeve cardigan outfits

The easiest way to create a casual short sleeve cardigan outfit is by pairing the cardigan with a pair of pants. Jeans or denim pants always do the trick. The trick is to pick a tight-fitting pair of pants. However, you may also have to select a top to go underneath the cardigan. A loose T-shirt would be perfect. Your color choices will depend on your style and preferences. You can complete the look by adding some accessories and selecting the right pair of shoes. For instance, a pair of sunglasses, a tote bag, and sneakers would be perfect for a casual outfit. This outfit would be perfect for running everyday errands, going to school, or going out with friends. This minimalistic look would also be ideal for vacationing and attending casual events.

2.      Semi-casual short sleeve cardigan outfits

You can also effortlessly create a semi-casual short sleeve cardigan outfit with the right cardigan.  You can pair the cardigan with an official shirt or pair of pants. Pallazo pants are also perfect for a semi-casual outfit. You can have a decent shirt or top underneath the cardigan, depending on the look you wish to achieve. The trick is to make the shirt respectable and match it perfectly with the cardigan. A floral top with a colored cardigan and plain-colored pants would be a perfect combination for a semi-casual outfit. You can complete the look with a pair of flat shoes or short heels. You may want to steer clear of loud or extravagant accessories for a semi-casual look. This look can transition perfectly from work to evening hangouts with friends.

3.      Official short-sleeve cardigan

Creating an official outfit with a short-sleeve cardigan is one of the easiest things to do. All you need is to have an official outfit and add the cardigan on top. The cardigan will work as the coverup for the outfit. However, you must ensure that the cardigan fits perfectly and does not collide with the rest of the outfit. Your accessories will also bring the outfit together. A pair of heels, hoop earrings and simple jewelry would be perfect for an official outfit.

Conclusion

A short sleeve cardigan is a great piece of garment to have in your closet. You can use it to create various creative looks to wear on varying occasions. You can have more than one short sleeve cardigan in different colors and patterns. You can also have a few long-sleeved cardigans to switch out your look on occasion. Men can also create all types of looks with cardigans.