This rare vintage 1980s Ralph Lauren cardigan boasts floral and plaid panels at the front complemented by matching tweed elbow patches and fair isle detail at the cuffs (grandmacore, anyone?). Designed with a v-neckline and accented with waist patch pockets, this adorable, hard-to-find piece would be right at home with wool trousers or a full pleated wool skirt. It's perfect for RL collectors. · Excellent condition with no noted flaws save for a minor repair at the back shoulder. I contemplated restitching the repair in a matching thread, but decided against it because I feel like the contrast stitching adds to the unique character and history of this piece. See image for detail. The colors are crisp. · V-neckline · Button placket · Two patch front pockets · 20” pit to pit · 19.75" length · 100% wool;100% cotton floral panel; 85% wool, 15% nylon tweed panel · Dry clean · From a pet-free, smoke-free home About the Brand American designer Ralph Lauren debuted his brand in 1967 with ties and menswear, and over the years his vision expanded to encompass women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories, and children’s clothes. Reflecting a distinctive American perspective, they have been an innovator in aspirational lifestyle branding and believe that, under the direction of internationally renowned designer Ralph Lauren, they have had a considerable influence on the way people dress and the way that fashion is advertised.