Cardigan Sweaters With Pockets

Do I need pockets on my cardigan?

That is a great question! Pockets on open-front sweaters are becoming more common and not just for aesthetic reasons. From golfer’s cardigans to thin cardigans to chunky thick and long ones, pockets become a regular feature. Juggling car keys, phones and planners is much easier when you have extra comfy pockets on your jacket.  Yes, some cardigans, like the thin ones, don’t have roomy and sturdy pockets but they do come in handy, especially now when open-front sweaters are becoming more prevalent as garments of choice for Work From Home outfits.

Men’s cardigans with pockets

Men often substitute their favorite blazers or jackets with cardigan sweaters and when they do, they want to have pockets on them. Whether you like a golfer’s cardigan or a chunky, shawl collar sweater, pockets will come in handy for a slew of items or for just nesting your palms in them on a chilly morning. Most cardigans for men come with pockets, even the thin and long ones. Men usually like roomy sweater pockets and tend to store quite a few things in them. We’ve listed some of the popular men’s open-front sweaters with comfy and sturdy pockets below. 

Style	Brand	Fabric
	Kallspin Men’s Cashmere Blended Cardigan Sweater with pockets	30% Wool, 20% Viscose, 20% Polyester, 15% Nylon, 15% Cashmere. This cardigan is machine washable.
	织礼 Men’s Shawl Collar Cardigan Sweater Slim Fit Cable Knit Button up Merino Wool	Merino wool blend. Machine washable.
	PJ PAUL JONES Men’s Sweater Cardigan Stylish Contrast Color V-Neck Button Knitwear	65% Viscose, 35% Acrylic. Machine washable.

Our choice: Men’s cotton cardigan with pockets by Qualfort

Check out this affordable and classy 100% cotton cardigan sweater by Qualfort with nicely tailored pockets resembling suit jacket pockets. This machine-washable V neck cardigan is perfect for a uniform look or for an everyday work-from-home outfit. This lightweight button-down front sweater comes in 13 different colors and goes well with virtually any outfit. Popular with golfers, corporate professionals, and even Uber drivers, you can’t go wrong with this style. 

Women’s cardigan sweaters with pockets

The demand for pockets is high. Not only because a large number of women chose to work from home in recent years but also because women are incorporating cardigans in their everyday life more than men do. From long and duster cardigans, cropped and ribbed ones to chunky and maternity sweaters, all styles come with comfortable pockets.

Style	Brand	Fabric
	Color Block open front cardigan sweater with pockets by Grace Karin	65% viscose 35% acrylic
	Daily Ritual Women’s Ultra-Soft Milano Stitch Patch-Pocket Boyfriend Cardigan Sweater by Amazon	60% Acrylic, 40% Nylon
	ZESICA Women’s Long Sleeve Open Front Casual Lightweight Soft Knit Cardigan Sweater with pockets	85%Acrylic + 5%Spandex

Ladies love fashionable cardigan sweaters and wear them indoors, outdoors, and as uniforms. The popularity of women’s cardigans rose exponentially during quarantine, and many healthcare workers really found them to be the most practical garment ever. Women can pull off almost any look in a cardigan with ease. Whether it is a boyfriend cardigan, a duster, cropped open-front sweater, or a thin V neck cardi, pockets on them can come in handy.  One winning brand this and last year on Amazon was MEROKEETY. This long, chunky, popcorn-style cardigan with pockets won’t leave you disappointed. Please click on the photo to see the sizing and pricing info.

What type of pockets to look for

Knitted pockets can be sensitive parts of your clothing item simply because they can adopt that baggy look over time and look very unappealing. When buying a cardigan sweater, check for the durability, roominess, and even coziness of the pockets. If they seem strong enough to hold your keys, phone, and wallet, without looking too bulky and saggy, that is the cardigan you want to invest into.