Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Merrylass · ‎03-09-2010

I placed my order as soon as the cardigan was available on 9 Feb and just received the three I ordered (navy, aqua, and hibiscus). Since this is a cotton/rayon blend, it is heavier than a whisper knit cardigan of the same size. The knit is truly lovely, the zipper is metal and well made (not flimsy). I DID order 1 size up because I am very busty and prefer not to wear anything tight -- I probably could have ordered my normal size but my chest would have been a little compressed when the cardigan was zipped up. IF you prefer a closer fit, then you should order your normal size.

The only surprise is that the cardigan is longer on me than I envisioned -- I am 5'7" tall and the cardigan hits the top of my thighs and for some odd reason I thought the cardigan would be shorter but I actually prefer this length. The only downside of my getting the larger size is that the sleeves are a smidgen longer than they should be -- NOT a complaint since I elected to order a larger size.

As an FYI, I did NOT upgrade the shipping ($3.00) and I am pleased that shipment times are about the same with the new shipping policy as before (about 3 - 4 days).

Luvitorleaveit1 · ‎03-09-2010

Thanks for your review and I should have placed my order as soon as it was available now sadly I am on waitlist for the tangerine; I am keeping my fingers crossd that my order is filled.

SHOPR · ‎04-17-2013

Thank you for this info. I had noticed that it appeared longer than I thought it would on Brenda and Angela. I figured it was just my imagination. Glad to know you don't think it is too short.

2E · ‎10-20-2012

Thanks for reviewing so quickly, Merrylass! Really glad to hear about the length. I'm 5'9", and had my fingers crossed that this wouldn't be too short.

tipsy · ‎03-11-2010

Thanks Merrylass! I'm your height & busty too & also sized up. Great news about the length!

Seka · ‎09-04-2012

Thank you for your Review Merrylass - good to hear you are happy with this Sweater/Jacket & the fit.

I ordered the larger of the two sizes I usually purchase in Linea - and although my Sweater just shipped today (ordered as soon as it was posted) - I know I will be happy with this decision!

Merrylass · ‎03-09-2010

On 2/12/2015 LuvitorLIT said:
Thanks for your review and I should have placed my order as soon as it was available now sadly I am on waitlist for the tangerine; I am keeping my fingers crossd that my order is filled.

Oh I hope you get the tangerine! I suspect that you will get the tangerine especially since new colours are expected in March (white and sunburst yellow). I really like the colour saturation on all 3 cardigans that I ordered.

FreddieMac · ‎04-12-2010

I received my Milano knit sweater today also. I ordered the navy in my usual medium size which fits well (am on the 12 side of medium). This is a beautiful garment. Very designerish, though I guess I shouldn't be surprised since it did come from an actual (amazing) designer. I thought the length was perfect. I am 5'7" and it hits me just below the waist. I would definitely purchase this item in other colors if it is offered, even ones I don't usually order, it is that good.

Merrylass · ‎03-09-2010

SHOPR and 2E, I think you will be pleased by the length - it provides enough coverage and skims the body nicely.

Emerald and Seka, because it is a knit, we probably could have purchased our regular size and as a cotton knit, it would have stretched to accommodate our build. I admit that I was worried about shrinkage with a cotton blend so it factored in my decision to size up.

I hope everyone receives their cardigans soon and like them as much as I like mine.