Heritage British-Made Women's Cardigans — Voted by the Community
John Smedley is the world's oldest manufacturing factory, established in 1784. They produce high-quality knitwear with a "Made in England" tag on every garment.LuxuryClassicHeritageTimeless
The Croft House specialises in high quality Scottish knitwear made sustainably in Scotland. Founded in 2012, it is the first B Corp Certified wool knitwear brand in Scotland. For those who value quality, heritage and responsibility.PremiumClassicHeritageHighland
Peregrine Clothing is a British brand founded in 1796, crafting outdoor clothing and accessories for over two centuries.PremiumClassicCountryHeritageOutdoor
Johnstons of Elgin is a British family-owned luxury brand, Made in Scotland since 1797, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design.LuxuryClassicHeritageTimeless
Campbell's of Beauly, established in 1858, is a Scottish family-run country tailor and outfitter known for bespoke tweeds, traditional clothing, and fishing equipment reflecting Highland heritage.AffordableCountryHeritageHighlandTimeless
Begg × Co crafts luxury cashmere scarves, knitwear and homeware using traditional Scottish craftsmanship and responsible production methods.LuxuryClassicContemporaryHeritage
Original Blues knitwear is expertly crafted, offering a beautiful selection of flattering styles, using the softest, most comfortable and luxurious natural materials.PremiumClassicHeritageVintage
Draper of Glastonbury is a family-run business since 1937. They specialise in handmade sheepskin products such as boots, slippers and gloves. The company's products are made from high-quality materials.PremiumClassicHeritageTimeless
&Daughter is a British independent clothing brand rooted in family heritage and craftsmanship. Their knitwear celebrates legacy, quality, and sustainability, with pieces made to last using traditional methods and natural yarns.LuxuryClassicContemporaryHeritageSlow Fashion
Eribé is a Scottish knitwear design house founded in 1986, known for contemporary knitwear rooted in Scottish heritage and crafted with traditional techniques.PremiumContemporaryFairisleHeritage
Berk Cashmere, established in 1961, is a British family business known worldwide for understated style and finest cashmere knitwear, hand-made in Scotland by skilled artisans.LuxuryClassicHeritage- Michael Ross is a British hand-framed knitwear brand established in 1979, crafting unique Fair Isle designs with original patterns and colourways.LuxuryClassicFairisleHeritage
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A Brief History of British Made Cardigans
The cardigan as a garment is connected to British knitwear history. Its name is generally attributed to a British Army officer in the nineteenth century and entered menswear before becoming widely worn by women as knitwear production expanded. Knitting as a craft and industry developed in the UK well before mechanised manufacture, with regional knitmaking and textile production established in parts of England and Scotland. Advances in knitting machinery during the Industrial Revolution enabled wider domestic production of knitted garments, including items with open fronts and button closures, which evolved into the cardigan form. Traditional knitwear techniques and fabric sources in British textile regions supported the manufacture of cardigans alongside other knitted garments. Contemporary British-made cardigans draw on this context of UK knit production, combining natural fibres and established construction methods suited to layerable knit tops.