Thorne Cardigan

Madewell

4.5
(57 Reviews)

Product Details

This cable knit cardi by Madewell gives the classic staple a feminine update with a delicate tie front.

Materials and Measurements

Purple knit (40% Acrylic, 30% Polyamide, 30% Alpaca). Sweater. Long sleeves. V-neck. Tie front. 21" from shoulder to hemline. Imported.

Size and Fit

Sized: XS-XXL

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Ratings &
Reviews

  (57)  

Includes written reviews and customer fit feedback.

Fit
Runs Small
True to Size
Runs Large

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Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32A
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 115lbs
Browse Courtney's reviews
October 26th, 2025
Obsessed with this sweater

I considered buying it! It’s so cute and soft but not too warm.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Kelly's reviews
April 28th, 2024
Feminine and cozy

Would recommend for wearing on the weekend at brunch or on a date. True to size!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 6' 0"
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Caroline's reviews
October 7th, 2024
Casual and cute sweater

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 36DDD/E
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 180lbs
Browse Isabel's reviews
October 15th, 2024
Cute and cozy

Perfect fall sweater! Wore with a tank top underneath and felt super cute in it! Will rent again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Molly's reviews
July 10th, 2024
Love love love

Rented for my trip to Ireland and my sisters ended up stealing it out of my suitcase and wearing it more than I did but I loved it!!! The medium was roomy but I wanted a baggier fit! The bows were so cute and it was very comfy!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 10
Height: 5' 11"
Bust size: 38B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 165lbs
Browse Kristin's reviews
March 30th, 2024
So cute!

So basic, so cute. Loved it!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Petite
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Anna's reviews
March 19th, 2024
Cute!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Pear
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Laura's reviews
May 9th, 2023
Super cute!

Cute little effortless top! I was going for an “off duty ballerina” look and paired it with flared yoga pants. It was comfy yet casually sexy at the same time. Didn’t wear a bra with it and it still covered everything well. Would definitely rent again.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 176lbs
Browse Racquel's reviews
March 15th, 2023
OBBSESSED

Loved the color and ties

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 36B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 160lbs
Browse Alexandra's reviews
February 4th, 2023
Soft and sweet

Loved this as a casual sweater. I wore it on top of white tanks or tshirts. I probably could’ve sized down to M in hopes that the hem would hit a little higher to be more flattering. But this was super comfy and soft, would rent again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 5"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Browse Summers's reviews
February 2nd, 2023
Feminine and sweet!

Looove this sweater. Great for work or for life in general. Would definitely rent again!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Straight & narrow
Weight: 135lbs
Browse Audrey's reviews
April 13th, 2023
Unique details

The ties and pattern of knit made this cardigan a bit more interesting and fun to wear. Warmer than I was expecting from the pics! Good for transitional weather but will won’t work well for late spring/summer.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 128lbs
Browse Elizabeth's reviews
September 18th, 2024
Cute sweater, oversized

This was a cute sweater, it was too oversized and loose to wear without something under it like the model (which I thought was cute and in style right now) but overall it was a nice piece. Nothing to write home about, but cute.

Overall Fit

Runs big

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34A
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Carmen's reviews
August 8th, 2025
cute & cozy

warm yet not too thick. i wasn’t in love with the muted color nor fabric integrity of the rental; wish it was more purple and less grey. if you’re brave enough, and have the right chest for it, i think this could look great styled with no undershirt and fashion tape.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32G
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Devin's reviews
August 8th, 2024
Looked Better on the Model

Sweater was oversized and felt frumpy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 127lbs
Browse Paige's reviews
May 8th, 2024
Too big in shoulders

Great color, but it's a thick knit and a bit bulky for my liking. It was way too much fabric in the front of the shoulder area. I think if you have broader shoulders this will fit nicely but size down for sure.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Elise's reviews
May 2nd, 2025
Warm & cozy!

Loved this sweater, wanted to buy it becuase it was really comfortable. Wore it with a white tank underneath.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 9"
Body type: Straight & narrow
Browse Devyn's reviews
November 12th, 2024
Loved!

Absolutely loved this sweater! The ties close enough that you don't have to wear a tank under if you don't want to, but it also looks cute with a tank!

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Molly's reviews
September 16th, 2025
Comfy!

Comfy and fits great. Nice oversized look. Sleeves are slightly long but can be rolled up.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 155lbs
Browse Ally's reviews
May 27th, 2025
Wore it a ton!

Brought this on a trip to Northern California and it was a great layer that was more interesting than a basic cardigan. Soft and cozy.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Jill's reviews
September 17th, 2024
Very adorable- wanted to buy it

Just fun and practical as a layering piece or very sexy stand alone if you’d wear it that way.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Party
Usually wears: 12
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 38D
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 161lbs
Browse Toni's reviews
March 10th, 2024
beautiful sweater

I wore the Large and have 38D chest - still covered well and was a beautiful sweater

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XS
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 0
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 111lbs
Browse Chelsea's reviews
November 15th, 2023
Cottage core warmth

Soft & feminine. Really loved this shade of blue and the bow ties in front are adorable. Cottage core but make it warm!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Body type: Athletic
Browse Mikayla 's reviews
June 21st, 2023
It was cute it's an oversized fit

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 145lbs
Browse Rhonda's reviews
January 4th, 2023
Perfect, cozy, relaxed, soft

This has a relaxed fit, very snuggly, soft and lovely.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 34D
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Diana's reviews
November 29th, 2024
Cute and cozy

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 0"
Bust size: 32C
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Delaney's reviews
June 9th, 2025
Transitional and feminine

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34F
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Stephanie 's reviews
January 6th, 2025
Cute!

Loved this sweater

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Bust size: 32B
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Brooke's reviews
October 29th, 2024
Comfy cozy

Loved. Perfect for casual fall day!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32DD
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 133lbs
Browse Jessica's reviews
October 5th, 2024
Great over a tank

Wore with jeans and it looked great

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 14
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 36D
Body type: Apple
Weight: 170lbs
Browse Cheryl's reviews
November 12th, 2023
Cute & Warm

Needed a L not XL

Top Contributor
Size worn:
L
Overall fit:
Large
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 9"
Bust size: 34C
Body type: Athletic
Browse Allie's reviews
November 6th, 2023
Great layering sweater

Wore this a couple times and it was different than the sweaters I have. I probably could have done a size down but it was still cute on

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 10"
Body type: Pear
Weight: 150lbs
Browse Tara's reviews
October 26th, 2023
Great piece

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XXL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 18
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 270lbs
Browse Brenna's reviews
September 26th, 2023
Cute everyday sweater

Cute everyday sweater, will re-rent in the fall when it is colder. A bit heavy for warmer weather

Top Contributor
Size worn:
XL
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 16
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 38DD
Body type: Hourglass
Weight: 190lbs
Browse Stacey's reviews
May 20th, 2023
Nice sweater but nothing really special.

Fits TTS and is a nice color. Heavier than I thought it would be but it actually worked out to be a great sweater to wear when the A/C in the office made it cooler than I like.

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Vacation
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 8"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Athletic
Weight: 130lbs
Browse Sarah's reviews
January 16th, 2024
Pretty average

Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Rented for:
Everyday
Usually wears: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Bust size: 30A
Body type: Petite
Weight: 140lbs
Browse Lily's reviews
February 28th, 2023
Cute. Comfy. Stylish. Think and comfy!!!

So comfy and cute!!! Thick and warm. Can be cute over workout set or with jeans or really anything!!

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 2
Height: 5' 3"
Bust size: 34B
Body type: Petite
Weight: 120lbs
Browse Carmen's reviews
May 10th, 2025
Light sweater for spring/summer days

Overall Fit

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
S
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 6
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 138lbs
Browse Kylie's reviews
May 7th, 2025
Comfy!

Very cute but nothing spectacular about this one. Good for work over a tank top with dress pants. Color is beautiful.

Overall Fit

Just right

Chest

Just right

Arms & Shoulders

Just right

Waist

Just right

Length

Just right

Top Contributor
Size worn:
M
Overall fit:
True to Size
Usually wears: 8
Height: 5' 7"
Bust size: 32H
Body type: Full Bust
Weight: 148lbs
Browse Jennifer's reviews
April 15th, 2025
Soft and looked good with a dress

Overall Fit

Just right

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