When it comes to summer dressing, sundresses and sandals tend to get all the attention—but there’s another hardworking piece worth having on standby: the summer cardigan. We spotted this floral embroidered cardigan from Roman, in eye-catching lime green, with 21% off, retailing at £25 in the brand’s summer sale.
Available in sizes 10-20, it also has the nod of approval from TV stylist and Lorraine regular Mark Heyes, who recently joined Roman as an ambassador. This pretty crochet-style cardi features in his edit of favourites from the collection.
Lightweight and easy to throw on, the summer cardi is the kind of item that quietly earns its place in your wardrobe, especially during those not-quite-hot-enough days or when the chill of air-con hits indoors.
With its delicate floral designs, Roman’s cardigan leans into the embroidery trend we’ve noticed all over the high street. The v-neckline and hip-length fit make it an easy throw-on over dresses, vests or wide-leg trousers, giving just enough coverage without swamping your outfit. It has comfortable short sleeves and is made from 100% cotton, which I should think would keep it light and cool, even in warmer weather. It’s also machine washable, which is exactly what you want in summer when wear-and-repeat is the name of the game.
Shoppers are already impressed, with one describing it as “absolutely lovely” and praising how easy it is to dress up or down. Others have noted how well it pairs with Roman’s printed midi dresses, creating a pulled-together look without much effort.
Available now for £25 down from £32, it’s one of those clever buys that ends up in heavy rotation. The kind of piece you’ll reach for on holidays, garden evenings or chilly shopping centres—without needing to rethink your outfit underneath.