H&M's new-in £38 cardigan looks just like Katie Holmes' favourite Khaite knit
H&M's new-in clothing section is filled with designer-looking pieces for a fraction of the price, and the brand's new waisted cardigan looks just like Katie Holmes' loved Khaite knit
I check out the new-in section at H&M every week, and this week in particular, I couldn't believe how luxe the pieces looked and how affordable their price tags were. One item in particular that caught my eye was the Waisted Cardigan, £37.99.
This knit looks like a designer piece but for a fraction of the price at less than £40. In my opinion, the main design feature that makes it look so luxe is the cinched-in waist.
That detail reminds me of Khaite's £1.7k cashmere cardigan that Katie Holmes famously wore back in 2019. Although they don't look entirely the same, the most noticeable difference is that the Khaite one is slouchier and features pockets. Despite this, however, H&M's cardi has that thick knit and cinched waist reminiscent of the designer piece.
The cardigan comes in two different colourways. One is a rich, chocolate brown shade that is completely on trend for the new season. And the other is a timeless creamy hue that will pair effortlessly with any piece in your wardrobe.
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The cardigan is made of soft rib knit and features a stylish V-neckline and buttons at the front. The figure-flattering tapered waist and gently dropped shoulders help create an hourglass silhouette and look far more chic than boxier styles.
To style this knit, we recommend pairing it with tailored trousers and loafers for a more professional office look. My favourite colour combination at the moment is brown and butter yellow, so I think a buttery hue of trousers would complement the knit perfectly.
Alternatively, if you're going for a more casual look, you could layer the knit over a simple tee and pair it with some turn-up hem jeans.
Alternatively, this ASOS Design knitted structured crew-neck cardigan in cream, £32, looks stylish and flattering on the waist. For something a bit more luxe, we also love Aligne's Clay Waisted Cardigan, £119.