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Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Merrylass — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 19:07:59 GMT

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).

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Luvitorleaveit1 — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 19:19:33 GMT

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.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

SHOPR — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 19:20:31 GMT

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.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

2E — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 20:37:16 GMT

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.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

tipsy — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 21:39:22 GMT

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

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Seka — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 22:05:27 GMT

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!

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Merrylass — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 22:50:55 GMT

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.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

FreddieMac — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 23:04:12 GMT

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.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Merrylass — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 23:08:18 GMT

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.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

DiAnne — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 00:01:44 GMT

I also ordered as soon as it was available and mine is still in process. Not shipped yet.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

kze — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 00:53:03 GMT

MerryLass, I am large in the mid section. Does it go in a lot at the waist? I'm wondering if I should size up. I'm generous in the bust but not really large. Thanks.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Lyn08 — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 01:22:33 GMT

I don't understand. I placed my orders (navy, aqua, hibiscus) right away, and my orders are still in process. I hope I don't get back order notices.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

crdlb — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 02:03:53 GMT

On 2/12/2015 Lyn08 said:
I don't understand. I placed my orders (navy, aqua, hibiscus) right away, and my orders are still in process. I hope I don't get back order notices.

If you're on the West Coast, they take forever to ship. Mine is still in process today, although I ordered as soon as they were posted. GRRRRR

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

santorini — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 02:25:33 GMT

My orders usually sit for 6 days before shipping (Texas). This cardigan shipped yesterday and it shows that it will probably get delivered tomorrow. Can't wait to try it on.

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wildcat fan — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 02:26:44 GMT

I look forward to receiving it. Thanks for the review. Looks like it's sold out because the website says the item is not available.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Qulia — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 02:52:52 GMT

I received the xlarge in aqua today. I usually wear a large in WK and in some Linea blazers but I can wear xlarge in some styles. I was concerned about the large being too tight, so I ordered my larger size. First of all, the sweater is gorgeous, the color well saturated, the knit substantial. On me the sleeves were a little long, but I have narrow shoulders and shorter arms. I think if I put small shoulder pads in, that will lift the sleeves enough for a better fit. It does not work to roll the sleeves because of the ottoman knit pattern, but I can push them up if I need to. I also ordered the tangerine in xlarge but ordered the hibiscus in large since that was the size left as it was selling out so fast. I'll report back the size comparison. I will note that I ordered all at the same time and for some reason this one shipped separately and earlier than the others.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

ScrapHappy2 — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 02:55:44 GMT

On 2/12/2015 crdlb said:
On 2/12/2015 Lyn08 said:
I don't understand. I placed my orders (navy, aqua, hibiscus) right away, and my orders are still in process. I hope I don't get back order notices.

If you're on the West Coast, they take forever to ship. Mine is still in process today, although I ordered as soon as they were posted. GRRRRR

I don't think there is any pattern to shipping....I live in a northern suburb of Pittsburgh, PA and my orders sit for a minimum of 5 days before shipping. As of this evening my sweaters are in "process" with an estimated date of delivery on 2/13/2015.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

santorini — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 03:13:57 GMT

On 2/12/2015 Qulia said:
I received the xlarge in aqua today. I usually wear a large in WK and in some Linea blazers but I can wear xlarge in some styles. I was concerned about the large being too tight, so I ordered my larger size. First of all, the sweater is gorgeous, the color well saturated, the knit substantial. On me the sleeves were a little long, but I have narrow shoulders and shorter arms. I think if I put small shoulder pads in, that will lift the sleeves enough for a better fit. It does not work to roll the sleeves because of the ottoman knit pattern, but I can push them up if I need to. I also ordered the tangerine in xlarge but ordered the hibiscus in large since that was the size left as it was selling out so fast. I'll report back the size comparison. I will note that I ordered all at the same time and for some reason this one shipped separately and earlier than the others.

Did the XL fit everywhere else? Just trying to see if it runs small or large. Glad to hear you think it's gorgeous.

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

CathyRD — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 03:20:48 GMT

My Milano Sweaters are shipping today. Using my usual UPS, I'd have had them tomorrow. Pushed into Standard shipping at a cost of $9.00 instead of $20.16 (over a $7.00 increase due to the "reduced" shipping ...) means they'll go UPS then to 3 post offices before I get eventually ... so who knows I'll get them. Certainly not in time to return before the 17th ... my guess is that's why they sat in process for so many days ...

Re: Review of Milano Stitch Cardigan (A263783)

Merrylass — Fri, 13 Feb 2015 03:29:16 GMT

On 2/12/2015 kze said:
MerryLass, I am large in the mid section. Does it go in a lot at the waist? I'm wondering if I should size up. I'm generous in the bust but not really large. Thanks.

Kze, the cardigan is NOT that fitted (it doesn't nip or taper into the waist ) - the seam from the underarm to the hip is fairly straight.