Vintage-style wool zip cardigan by Adidas

Looking like something archive and something cycling-related is this vintage-style wool zip cardigan by Adidas.

The cycling thing is what jumps out at me. Some years back, the short-lived Solo label brought out the hugely popular wool cycling cardigans, promoted by imagery based on albums by The Jam and The Who. Sadly, that label came and went (although I still have a couple of unworn knits in storage somewhere).

These Adidas cardigans have a similar look and feel, albeit with different branding.

There are two cardigans available: a black with white detailing and a white with black detailing, both of which are pictured here. I like them both—they’re practical and with just a modest amount of old-school detail: the tipping to the collar, cuffs, and hem, as well as the vintage Adidas Trefoil logo. There seem to be subtle three-stripes on the arms, too, plus an Adidas tab on the zip.

Each one is 100 per cent wool in terms of construction, finished with a full zip front. It’s cold outside, so it’s a good time to launch. Although I suspect this would work well into spring as a layer or jacket.

Both are available from Hip in all sizes, selling for £130 each. Do check the size guide, though, as sometimes these things come up a little on the big side.

Wool zip cardigan by Adidas in black at Hip

Wool zip cardigan by Adidas in white at Hip

The black version is also available at End.