Carroll & Co

50’s/60’s Classic Wool Oversized Cardigan Sweater$126.00

  • 50’s/60’s Classic Wool Oversized Cardigan Sweater by Carroll & Co
  • 50’s/60’s Classic Wool Oversized Cardigan Sweater by Carroll & Co
  • 50’s/60’s Classic Wool Oversized Cardigan Sweater by Carroll & Co
  • 50’s/60’s Classic Wool Oversized Cardigan Sweater by Carroll & Co
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Size: medium - large
Material: wool
Carroll & Co
50’s/60’s Classic Wool Oversized Cardigan Sweater

Made from a thick, quality 100% "pure new wool" this oversized cardigan boasts a preppy Americana silhouette & striped pattern. It also features a classic neckline, long sleeves, ribbed hems, & leather button-front closure. It's wool is colored in stunning tones of charcoal gray, aqua blue, & amethyst purple. The leather buttons are dark brown. It was made by the iconic "Carroll & Co" of Beverly Hills in the 50's-60's....a historically important an iconic fashion label in Hollywood films that outfitted the likes of Fred Astaire, Clark Gable, Frank Sinatra, Cary Grant, and many more. The sizing tag inside shows it's size as a "91cm / 36" in mens. It would fit relaxed on a size Small male, fitted on a size Medium male, oversized on a Small or Medium female, and fitted on a Large or XLarge female.

Condition:

Excellent condition with no damages to note! Original label in neckline.

Measurements:

Total length - 29”

Sleeve length - 24”

Bust (pit to pit flat) - 16”

Waist (flat) - 16”

Hips / bottom most part (flat) - 17”

Button diameter - 3/4"

History: Carroll & Co started in 1948 and was known as a high-end, conservative style for politicians, professionals & celebrities. It was the first contemporary men’s store in Beverly Hills when it wasn’t really an American look to be dressed up. They set the stage for the new sportswear look in that era. Anybody that you can think of who has a long history in Hollywood, one way or another, they have worn something from Carroll.

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Los Angeles, CA.

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Los Angeles, CA.

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