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Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Women's Essential Merino Wool Cardigan Sweater, Machine Washable
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What customers say:
Customers overwhelmingly praise the merino wool cardigan for its exceptional softness, lightweight warmth, and durability, with many noting no pilling after frequent wear. The classic, flattering fit and mid-hip length work well layered or worn alone across seasons and occasions. Most find it true to size and versatile enough to elevate casual or dressy outfits. Some wish for more color options, and a few report buttonholes are too small to fasten easily. Overall, reviewers highly recommend it and express strong intent to repurchase in additional colors.
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September 17, 2026
Merino cardigan
This cardigan is just as expected. Soft and beautiful.
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September 8, 2026
Amazing - but consistent holes are a problem
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Medium
I own this cardigan in every color and most colors of the crew neck version as well. The fabric is so soft and high-quality that I’ve replaced all my other cardigans, which feel to
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September 8, 2026
Good wool but meh design
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
I really like that it's all wool. It fits well as well, but the width of the area at the collar is just not doing it for me. Feels a little frumpy
Response from L.L.Bean
September 11, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Hi Olly, thank you for the thoughtful review. We really appreciate the detailed feedback and have forwarded it to the product team.
Seattle, WA
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September 2, 2026
Lovely sweater!
I’m very pleased with the sweater. It’s very soft and the fit was perfect. I was especially pleased that the sleeve length was generous with the small (not too short!) I am looking
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August 31, 2026
Lovely color for Fall
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Beautiful sweater - love the color for fall. Nicely made, can wear over a blouse or knitted top. Highly recommend.
Deltona, FL
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August 29, 2026
As advertised.
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 4'11" and under
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I like it so far. I've worn it once. It fits well and feels good. I think companies ask us to review products before we have had time to adequately experience them
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August 26, 2026
Pilling in sleeve.
I still love this shirt. I’m using it at work which is a sit down at a cubicle job. I rated it a 3 star only because one of the arms has started to pill. I expected some pilling on
Response from L.L.Bean
August 28, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
Thank you for your review. We're sorry to learn that one of the sleeves began pilling. We appreciate your feedback, and a member of our team will be reaching out to you soon.
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August 25, 2026
Lovely, but defective/poorly made
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'4"
I bought this cardigan November of ‘25, and I have worn it less than a dozen times. I washed it on a cold delicate cycle, left it on a rack to dry, and discovered two holes! One ho
Response from L.L.Bean
August 27, 2026
By Customer Service
We are sorry to hear about the issues with the cardigan. You can return or exchange it within 1 year with proof of purchase in most cases. A member of our Customer Service Team will reach out to you.
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August 25, 2026
Warm and comfy.
I bought this and waited while it came back in stock. I already had a rose colored one, and the navy came just as soft and comfy, warm and perfect.
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August 12, 2026
Disappointed
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel
The first thing I noticed was that the fabric felt scratchy. I have merino wool from other companies so I know the difference. The fit was technically ok, but unflattering and un
Oyster Bay, NY
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August 11, 2026
Cardigan sweater
I have not bought one of these sweaters. They look lovely, but I don't understand why none of your cardigans have pockets. That's the first thing a lot of us girls look for. I was
Simpsonville SC
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August 3, 2026
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
This is a beautiful merino wool cardigan that is the perfect weight for layering indoors in the summer. The quality cut and finish means it is versatile for use in both casual and
Worcester, MA
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July 21, 2026
Too soon to tell
It appears to be well made and I like the fabric so rating it a 4. However given that our local temperatures are in the 90's, I don't plan to wear this item until the fall.
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July 19, 2026
So great, please keep creative with the colors
Weight: 210-220 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: X-Large
I wear this with the merino crewneck as a twinset, and have many colors. I prefer it to my merino twinsets from another manufacturer. Please keep releasing these in new colors! Hea
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July 11, 2026
Love this sweater
It is soft and durable and I told my family I will have it so long that they will probably be able to bury me in it. Lol
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July 2, 2026
Good addition to your wardrobe.
I bought the black cardigan and it is perfect. It flows nicely and buttons with ease. I would buy it in different colors if available.
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June 23, 2026
Perfect weight
Perfect weight for summer air conditioning brr and the usual bean quality
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June 20, 2026
Soft & comfy
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
So soft & comfortable & love the color which goes with much of my clothes
Binghamton ny
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June 20, 2026
Beautiful sweater
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Used for: Relaxing
I have been thinking of ordering this sweater since last winter and when saw it in blue I jumped on it. I ordered a petite XL and it is really too large but I am keeping it. The wo
Midwest
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June 19, 2026
Perfect basic
Perfect fit, perfect weight. It's petite friendly, sleeves are not too long
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