1980s Butter Cream Tratchten Style Wool Cardigan
A cozy staple for fall and winter—this classic Trachten-style cardigan is home-knitted from buttercream wool, providing a lovely warm layer! It is a true cream colour but is coming up quite yellow in the photos. It features puffed sleeves, delicate cut-out details, and silver-toned buttons down the front.
Condition: Very good. A small pinkish mark near the left hem shown in pic 9.
Shown on an approx UK size (bust-y) 14-16 mannequin (B:41"/W:32.5"/H:43.3”)
- Bust: up to 44"
- Shoulder: 17"
- Sleeve length: 25"
- Waist: 38"
- Length: 25.5"
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Condition Guide
Condition Guide
We use the vintage condition chart from the Vintage Fashion Guild. This is as follows:
- Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws or unworn and in perfect condition.
- Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
- Good: Visible wear. Minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
- Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
- Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
Sizing Guide
Sizing Guide
Vintage clothing is often homemade and/or follows a very different size guide to modern-day clothing. Please ensure you check the measurements carefully on the product description before making your order. We use a rough sizing guide based on waist sizing:
XS | Waist 22"- 25"
S | Waist 26"- 27"
M | Waist 28"- 30"
L | Waist 31"- 32"
XL | Waist 33"- plus
Please do not take the size guide as gospel as the size stated here may not be the size you would normally buy. It is very important to know your bust, waist and hip sizing ahead of purchase.
Garment Care
Garment Care
Refer to our care & condition guide for expert tips on preserving your vintage.