Winter Cardigan
Lifetime Repair Guarantee
Free Returns & Exchanges
Fit Details
Fabric Composition
100% Khullu: down wool of high elevation Tibetan yak.
Care Instructions
Hand-wash only
Shipping Info
For orders under $200, a flat $8 shipping fee is applied.
Get free shipping for all orders of $200 or more.
We are offering free shipping within the USA. Outside the USA, depending on your country, you will be responsible for paying for customs, duties, taxes, or other applicable fees before you can receive your package.
These policies are set locally, so please check with the relevant sources where you live for the most accurate information. If the customs/duties are not paid and the shipment is returned to us, you will be refunded, minus the shipping cost.
On-Demand Knitting:
All of our knitwear is made on-demand in Brooklyn, New York. We're passionate about being part of the solution to reduce waste, which is why we make our products on-demand. This means that your sweater doesn't sit around for months before it reaches you - we start working on it as soon as you place your order!
Since we're creating each piece just for you, it may take a bit longer to receive your order than with traditional fashion brands. On average, it takes 3-6 days to knit your sweater after you place your order, and then shipping can take 2-5 days. But we promise it will be worth the wait! Our slow fashion approach means you're getting a high-quality product that's good for the planet too.
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Our Approach: Designed for All of Life
At Oliver Charles, we believe the best clothes do more with less. That’s why we create versatile, natural-fiber knitwear that’s built to last, made on-demand, and endlessly wearable. From work to weekends, our clothes simplify your wardrobe while respecting the planet.
At Oliver Charles, we believe the best clothes do more with less. That’s why we create versatile, natural-fiber knitwear that’s built to last, made on-demand, and endlessly wearable. From work to weekends, our clothes simplify your wardrobe while respecting the planet.
Shokay COOP
Partner
Why Yak Wool?
Nature's Do-It-All Fiber for Superior Warmth
Shokay COOP
Partner
Meet Yak Wool:
Our go-to high-performance fiber punches above its weight in comfort, performance, and polish
Unmatched in warmth-to-weight ratio and buttery softness.
Highly insulating yet breathable, it adapts to your body across seasons and settings.
Our yak wool is sourced from a Tibetan COOP, where a portion of revenue goes to grassland conservation.
Ideal temp range
Comfort zone: 30°F–65°F. Exceptionally warm yet breathable, built for winter’s coldest days, replacing the need for a heavy coat, and easy to layer through the shoulder seasons.
Impossibly Comfortable
Soft, seamless wear that’s always the right temperature
Classically Versatile
One knit for all of life: from the trails to the airport and beyond
Low-Maintenance
Go longer between washes: and simply handwash as needed
High-Performance
Naturally advanced moisture-wicking & breathability
Impossibly Comfortable
Soft, seamless wear that’s always the right temperature
Classically Versatile
One knit for all of life: from the trails to the airport and beyond
Low-Maintenance
Go longer between washes: and simply handwash as needed
High-Performance
Naturally advanced moisture-wicking & breathability
Everyday Staples That Actually Stand Up to Everyday Wear
Ways to get the most out of your
Winter Cardigan
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Ways to get the most out of your
Winter Cardigan
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Superior winter performance: Stay warm without the bulk. This high-performance 100% yak wool layer is your go-to from workweek to weekend.
Travel essential: the unmatched odor-resistance and versatility of 100% yak wool mean days of wear between washes. Easy layering gives quick warmth adjustments, keeping luggage light on any adventure.
Own less, own better: Declutter your closet and mind. This durable 100% yak wool sweater offers timeless comfort and replaces countless average knits, simplifying your style and life.
Why 3D-Knitting?
Seamless Luxury Meets Earth-Loving Sustainability
With all our products 3D-knit to order in Brooklyn, NY, there's no cutting and sewing, which means no itchy seams or weak points. You get a stronger, smoother garment made just for you, and we don't leave any waste on the proverbial "the cutting room floor." A win-win.
No Irritating Seams
No Materials Waste
Enhanced Durability
Shipping & Returns
Wait for a Week, Wear for a Lifetime
Because it’s knit just for you, with greater care and zero waste, your garment may take 1-2 weeks to arrive. That’s because we don’t mass-produce, but we DO stand behind every lifetime piece: with 30-day returns and exchanges, plus a lifetime repair guarantee, so you can shop with total confidence.
Lifetime Repair Guarantee
30-Day Returns & Exchanges
Free Shipping on $200+
Unreal Comfort and Performance – Perfected By Nature
Cashmere-soft and durable
Thick and warm
Incredibly odor-resistant
Hand-wash only
Fans Rave: Clothes Don't Get More Effortless Than This
"Comfy beyond description"
The yak wool is so soft. I travel a lot and need to pack lightly so garments that can be dressed up, dressed down, etc., is extremely valuable to me. I am a nurse and a ski and snowboard instructor. I wore this sweater snowboarding and I wore it to work, and it served both equally well!
Ellen C.
Verified
"Phenomenal heat regulation"
By far one of the warmest wool fibers I have worn. I found it to be both quite strong and with an uncanny ability to remain odor neutral. Heat regulation is phenomenal, as is its wicking ability. The design of the garment is strong, so that with proper care it can be worn for years!
Ryan P.
Verified
Any Questions? We Have Answers
Do you offer returns or exchanges?
Yes! We accept returns for up to 30 days. Please note that participants in our challenges (such as the 7 Day Challenge or 5 Adventure Challenge) are not eligible to submit returns.
What Makes Yak Wool fibers so special?
Extremely fine, luxuriously soft, and highly durable, Yak wool is known for its uniquely powerful insulating properties, while also staying breathable, dry, and odor-resistant.
Yak wool is often considered a sustainable alternative to cashmere. It’s soft like cashmere and easy to care for, unlike cashmere. It’s also 30% warmer and 2x more breathable than cashmere.
Do you offer free shipping?
All orders over $200 ship free in the US! Under $200, all orders ship with a flat rate of $8 in the US.
Orders outside of the US vary and are subject to local taxes and duties.
How does the lifetime repair guarantee work?
Our sweaters are a timeless design meant to last in your closet. If your Oliver Charles sweater becomes damaged from holes, snagged threads, or pilling at any time, send it back and we'll restore it to the best of our abilities!
If you feel your sweater needs a repair, just fill out the Repair Request form on our website, and we'll be in touch to repair your sweater.
How does Yak compare to Merino or Cashmere?
Yak Wool Vs Merino: Yak and merino are extremely similar, yak is almost like a super version of merino. A little more antimicrobial, a little more thermoregulating, a little softer, and a little more expensive.
Yak Wool Vs Cashmere: Yak wool is often considered a sustainable alternative to cashmere. It’s soft like cashmere and easy to care for, unlike cashmere. It’s also 30% warmer and 2x more breathable than cashmere.
Will it pill?
Pilling is the natural process that occurs when the shorter natural wool fibers work their way to the surface of a sweater.
Pilling is normal and expected with any wool piece of clothing, but fear not because there is a tried and true method to manage pilling.
The first thing you should do is wash your sweater after the first 4 wears. Throw your sweater in the wash with a pair of jeans, just make sure to close the zippers. Over time, shorter fibers causing pilling will pull away on their own.
Customer Reviews
I will list the pros about my winter cardigan after 30 days of wearing it. Technically 31 because I wore it today also. Does not absorb odors. It spot cleans and air dries easily, I didn't have to do a full hand wash yet. It does not pick up a lot of pet hair compared to my other wool items. I love the pockets, you just have to be careful to not put too much weight in them because I did end up pulling some threads loose at the top of the pocket seam. Thankfully the repair policy is in place and I'll be able to have that fixed and I will be super mindful in the future. It has not pilled, was not itchy. The only time I felt too hot was when I fell asleep wearing. Otherwise it held up in 29°F weather (no wind) layered over Merino wool tee or even the SeaCell crew neck. I have zero complaints. For the record I ordered a size up to get extra length because I like my rear to be covered otherwise I believe this is true to size fit.
Size Ordered: XXL | Typical Size: XL | Fit: Perfect
Height: 5’3 | Weight: 200 lb | Bust: 40AA
Super soft, lightweight and very warm cardigan. Perfect for layering in fall and winter. Goes great with jeans but can also be dressed up with slacks and heeled boots. Beige goes with everything. I gen after wearing for 5 days it has no smell. Great closet staple and worth the investment!
Size Ordered: XS | Typical Size: XS | Fit: Ran Slightly Large
Height: 5’2 | Weight: 96 lb
I appreciate use of yak wool, sustainability and ethical practices. The sweater is a great design, color and fit.
Size Ordered: M | Typical Size: M | Fit: Perfect
Height: 5’3 | Weight: 140 lb | Bust: 36"
My one concern was actually that my weather would cooperate with wearing a sweater. We have dramatic temp swings and one day it really was pretty hot for December. :-) The upside was we also hit the lowest temp on record one day, and I didn't even have to pull out my winter coat, which was really nice. Although I wear natural fibers daily and promote multiple brands that host clothing "challenges" this is the first time I have participated myself and I enjoyed it. It was really nice having that decision already made for me every day and definitely made me curious about trying other wardrobe challenges. Knowing that I can still be creative with my wardrobe while wearing the same focus piece was a fun discovery. My only constructive feedback on the sweater is that for me it seemed a little small for a unisex medium and the shedding was pretty heavy for the first day or two. Other than that I find the quality, design, feel, and warmth to be excellent.
Size Ordered: M | Typical Size: M | Fit: Ran Slightly Small
Height: 5’6 | Weight: 175 lb | Bust: 36"
The winter cardigan in teal is classic and goes with just about everything I wear (browns, blacks, greys and greens). I sized up to XXL, wanting a longer/looser fit that I could pair with my leggings without having my butt hang out. Usually I wear a L to XL for sweaters and jackets. I have been happy with the overall fit though it was larger than I expected. I think the sizing is more unisex/male sizes. But with the way the sweater form fits it doesn't look to wide and instead tends to just hang lower, which is what I wanted. It's also not nearly as thick as I thought the winter cardigan would be but is still very warm. (I think this helps it not feel bulky even though it fits more like a duster cardigan.)
Size Ordered: XXL | Typical Size: L | Fit: Ran Slightly Large
The fit is a little more snug than I usually wear, but it looks nice. It’s about as soft as cotton, although I keep thinking it’s going to be scratchy like wool, because it’s so warm! I got mine in natural brown, which I like - it goes with a lot. It looks great with jeans. I’ve been interested in trying yak fiber for a while.
Size Ordered: XL | Typical Size: XL | Fit: Ran Slightly Small
Well, I really fell in love with my pure yak cardigan, size XS, in charcoal. I am unable to wear wool - it itches terribly. Sometimes, even with a layer of clothing between my skin and the wool doesn’t help. So I was skeptical about the claims for Yak wool. At first I did have to wear a shirt underneath but as the sweater “broke in”, it became softer and softer and I could wear it against my skin. Sometimes there was a slight itch, but I feel sure that with more wear, it will just get better and when it finally needs to be washed, better still. I love the sustainability of the yak wool and low environmental impact for production. And, I love that the sweater is made in the U.S. and not in a sweat shop. Finally, I just love the fit, the feel of the sweater - how it can be so warm and yet so lightweight and “un-bulky”. You really have to feel the sweater to believe it! When I first received the sweater, and felt how relatively thin the fabric was, I had a hard time believing it could keep me warm. So glad it proved me wrong.
Size Ordered: XS | Typical Size: XS | Fit: Perfect
Height: 5’4 | Weight: 125 lb | Bust: 36"
I prefer this type of sweater to be larger, so I should have sized up to an XL. It is soft, the color is nice and it is warm. I will follow the instructions for washing with a pair of jeans and see if I can remove the pills. At this point, not sure it was worth it for me.
Size Ordered: L | Typical Size: L | Fit: Ran Slightly Large
Height: 5’4 | Weight: 147 lb | Bust: 34"
The sweater looks and feels amazing, I think the fit is slightly small compared to other XL I own. My only negative is that it is pretty expensive. But having said that, I do plan to buy another sweater in the future.
Size Ordered: XL | Typical Size: XL | Fit: Ran Slightly Small
Height: 5’8 | Weight: 180 lb
It’s a little smaller than traditional unisex sizing, so I recommend sizing up one. The yarn is a very comfortable weight for winter. It’s soft and super cozy. I traditionally wear jeans and a long sleeve T-shirt underneath I’ve already ordered more.
Size Ordered: XXL | Typical Size: XL | Fit: Ran Small
Height: 6’2 | Weight: 170 lb | Bust: 40"