Fashion

[wilma]

Even though I rarely close a cardigan, hoodie, blazer, or light jacket I don't think I would buy one without closures. I think closures make the garment look more finished. I do button up my printed cardigans and wear them as stand alone tops. 

[willdob3]

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@occasionalrain wrote:

It seems the majority of jackets and cardigans lack closures and I can't think why that is. They appear unfinished to me, like a home effort by someone who hasn't learned to make button holes. I want the option of buttoning my jacket, especially in breezy weather.

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@occasionalrain 

It is just a different style. I’ve got cardigans with buttons and without. I like both but they are different styles. It is more than just skipping the buttons. These are all fashion pieces. I don’t want all my cardigans to look the same. Anything meant to keep us warm will have buttons of zippers or some other closure. 

I live in a warm climate and rarely need anything for warmth. I e got a zip front hoodie but it has only been cool enough to wear it one day so far this winter and I never considered zipping it.

[Lipstickdiva]

I had always hated open front cardigans, jackets, etc.  I wouldn't buy them.  Now, I don't know what changed but I cannot get enough of them.  They are so nice to throw on as that third piece to give a finished look to an outfit but I'm not contricted in my clothes.    

[cherry]

 Coco Chanel started the clean front  jacket. I think they can look very nice . I don't have any ,but I might  get something in beige for spring and summer

We get a lot of cold weather ,and  I like to be able to button things for comfort. I do think that the open front is a  nice look though. I like clean lines, and uncluttered clothing

[Andreatoo]

While I said I like options there are some pieces that just wont work with them!

Case in point:

I think a closure would ruin this piece! 744-865 at ShopHQ

Maybe because it's more vest like than cardigan?

[Nonametoday]

I find open jackets and cardigans pleasing for workwear.  If I am going out on a rather cool morning, I want the warmth of a jacket (and perhaps a coat) but when I am in the office, I want neither the cumbersome coat nor the warmth of a buttoned-up jacket.  I know some jackets can be worn unbuttoned but some just don't look as good buttoned as they do open.  It is a choice for me but I think both have a place in my wardrobe.  Just no longer a double-breasted jacket.  However, I have a double-breasted overcoat that I love.

[JJsMom]

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@Kachina624 wrote:

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@Pecky wrote:

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@Kachina624 wrote:

@occasionalrain.  Why?  Look at the money they save on buttons or other closure and labor-intensive buttonhole.  I agree that a garment looks unfinished without some sort of closure and for practical reasons, I want the option of closing my jacket.  Absolutely ridiculous is making a coat, which is worn for warmth, with no closure.  Only an idiot would buy such a garment.

@Kachina624  Well that's pretty mean to say.  

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@Pecky.  I'd say it was pretty accurate.  Who in their right mind buys a a coat for warmth that doesn't close?

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Uhhh someone who doesn't need the coat to close because maybe it's not that cold where they intend to wear it?

[JJsMom]

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@Lipstickdiva wrote:

I had always hated open front cardigans, jackets, etc.  I wouldn't buy them.  Now, I don't know what changed but I cannot get enough of them.  They are so nice to throw on as that third piece to give a finished look to an outfit but I'm not contricted in my clothes.    

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Exactly. I use them as layering pieces. I don't want or need buttons or closures. I very rarely close my cardigans.

[Ms tyrion2]

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@JJsMom wrote:

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@Kachina624 wrote:

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@Pecky wrote:

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@Kachina624 wrote:

@occasionalrain.  Why?  Look at the money they save on buttons or other closure and labor-intensive buttonhole.  I agree that a garment looks unfinished without some sort of closure and for practical reasons, I want the option of closing my jacket.  Absolutely ridiculous is making a coat, which is worn for warmth, with no closure.  Only an idiot would buy such a garment.

@Kachina624  Well that's pretty mean to say.  

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@Pecky.  I'd say it was pretty accurate.  Who in their right mind buys a a coat for warmth that doesn't close?

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Uhhh someone who doesn't need the coat to close because maybe it's not that cold where they intend to wear it?

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Exactly @JJsMom .

I live in a warm climate where a light coat is all that is needed for the chilly days.

  I seldom close them.

I think some here forget that this is a huge country with many climates.  It may be snowing where you are, while I am enjoying short sleeves and shorts.

[JJsMom]

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@Ms tyrion2 wrote:

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Exactly @JJsMom .

I live in a warm climate where a light coat is all that is needed for the chilly days.

  I seldom close them.

I think some here forget that this is a huge country with many climates.  It may be snowing where you are, while I am enjoying short sleeves and shorts.

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I have a faux fur coat that has a hidden button closure that I never intend to use. Although it's really cold where I live, I only intend to wear it indoors. It's more for fashion than braving the harsh winters.