Women's Leslie Short Sleeve Cardigan

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The Leslie Short Sleeve Cardigan by rag & bone carries a quietly cool attitude in textured pointelle waves, capturing that undone New York polish the brand has always championed. Cut from a crisp cotton-blend, this knit is touchably soft with an airy quality that reads breezy rather than precious. The crewneck and subtle wave detailing lend a vintage-leaning edge, hinting at ‘90s minimalism but through a modern, downtown filter that feels as easy as it looks.

With its gently cropped silhouette—falling at about 20 inches from shoulder—it sits just right at the waist, never boxy or restricting. The sleeves are sculpted for movement and comfort, making this cardigan a true multitasker from office to off-hours. Button it up for clean lines over relaxed trousers or leave it undone with a logo tank and wide-leg denim for a look that swings between uptown refinement and LES nonchalance. The cotton-blend knit holds structure while remaining pliant, and the openwork pattern lets layers or bare skin peek through, turning it effortlessly from standalone piece to layering essential when the evening cools down.

True to rag & bone’s roots, the Leslie cardigan marries understated British tailoring with a New York offbeat twist. It nods to the enduring cardigan revival and stands out for its balance of tactile artistry and streetwise authenticity—think of it as the cardigan your favorite downtown stylist would throw over a slip dress or contrasted with utility shorts, always a beat ahead of the crowd.