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Valiant Utility Wool-Blend Cardigan

Name: Valiant Utility Wool-Blend Cardigan
Brand: Zimmermann
SKU: sku242572305
Price: 1250.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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$1250.00

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Product Insights & Style Tips

From the Trailblazer Collection, the Valiant Utility Wool-Blend Cardigan anchors cold season dressing with a heavyweight chunky wool knit. Faux-leather epaulets punctuate the shoulders and a flared peplum waist carves a defined silhouette, while a funnelneck adds weight and drama. The piece pairs an 80 percent wool / 20 percent polyamide base with a polyurethane contrast and a front zip closure that keeps lines sharp. Dry clean, imported.

Long sleeves balance the volume of the knit, and the peplum waist lets it skim the hip for movement. The front zip makes layering easy over everything from chunky knits to slip dresses, while the heavyweight fabric holds its shape to anchor looks from street style to evening events. Model is wearing US size Small.

Zimmermann channeling bold utilitarian glamour with tactile textures and sculpted silhouettes that feel modern yet timeless. Price: 1250.

Materials / Fabrication

Heavyweight chunky wool knit
Faux-leather epaulets
Flared peplum waist
Funnelneck
Long sleeves
Front zip closure
Shell: 80 percent wool, 20 percent polyamide
Contrast: 100 percent polyurethane
From the Trailblazer Collection
Imported

Recommended Care

Dry clean only to preserve shape and finish.
Store folded to prevent stretching and distortion of the peplum silhouette.
Spot clean with a damp cloth as needed; do not machine wash or tumble dry.

Fit Notes

Peplum waist gives a defined silhouette while the long sleeves balance volume.
A dense knit provides structure through the torso for a tailored look.
Front zip closure with a funnel neck supports easy layering and clean lines.

Styling Tips

Layer it with pants to balance the peplum waist and keep the defined silhouette in proportion.
Finish with a designer shoulder bag to maintain a streamlined line as the funnel-neck adds drama.
Add rings to introduce a subtle metallic polish without competing with the epaulets.

Style Check

Aesthetics: 9/10

The Valiant Utility Wool-Blend Cardigan commands attention with an oversized chunky knit scaffold, faux-leather epaulets, and a flared peplum that carves the waist. The funnelneck and sharp front zip lock in a modern utilitarian mood, while the sculpted volume reads editorial, versatile for street style or elevated evening looks.

Craftsmanship: 8/10

Heavy heavyweight knit signals durability and a fashion-forward stance, with epaulets and a structured peplum that hold a crisp silhouette. The polyurethane contrast accents the shoulders, while the front zip preserves clean lines. In the image, finishes feel meticulous, stitching neat, and fit poised to maintain shape through movement, signaling solid craftsmanship.

Affordability: $$$$

At 1250, the Valiant Cardigan sits at a premium tier, yet the bold, editorially minded design justifies the cost. The combination of heavyweight wool, faux-leather accents, and sculptural shaping creates a statement piece that elevates cold season dressing. The value feels justified by its distinctive silhouette and versatile styling potential.

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