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Splurge Monday’s TPS Report: Nessa Admiral-Front Sweater

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Marc by Marc Jacobs Nessa admiral-front sweater

Aaaah, loving this sweater from Marc by Marc Jacobs today.

The deep V-necked opening — great. The flounced detailing at the waist — love. The stand-up collar — amazing.

We even like the super wide lapel and the double button placket all the way at the bottom.

It's $290 at Net-a-Porter in sizes 4-10. Marc by Marc Jacobs Nessa admiral-front sweater

Some of our favorite classic cardigans for the office as of 2025 include those below. Check Talbots and J.Crew Factory if you're looking for plus sizes, and Quince if you're on a budget. Veronica Beard and Brooks Brothers both keep a bunch of options in stock. Two other reader favorites: Anthropologie and Sézane.

woman wears 100% cotton twinset cardigan and shell; she is wearing navy with black
Brooks Brothers
woman wears cashmere cardigan
Talbots
woman wears pale blue cashmere cardigan with matching pale blue cashmere shell; it's a twinset
Veronica Beard
green cotton twinset cardigan and shell with a Blackwatch plaid skirt
J.Crew Factory

Sales of note for 6/18/25:

  • Nordstrom – Designer clearance up to 60% off
  • Ann Taylor – $99 dresses + 40% off summer must-haves + extra 40% off sale
  • Banana Republic Factory – 40-60% off everything + extra 20% off
  • Boden – 15% off new womenswear styles with code
  • Eloquii – $19 & up select styles + up to 40% off everything else
  • J.Crew – Up to 50% off almost everything (ends 6/23) + extra 50% off sale styles
  • J.Crew Factory – Extra 60% off clearance + extra 20% off $100+ + extra 25% off $125
  • M.M.LaFleur – Try code CORPORETTE15 for 15% off
  • Rothy's – Up to 50% off last-chance styles
  • Spanx – Free shipping on everything
  • Talbots – $29+ summer shirts + $29.99 all markdown sweaters + extra 30% off other markdowns

And some of our latest threadjacks here at Corporette (reader questions and commentary) — see more here!

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24 Comments

    1. I would wear a layer underneath similar to the one shown (or one with a higher neckline). With a pastel underneath (yellow, pink, maybe a green), I’d wear a silver necklace (silver beads perhaps); with white, I’d be tempted to go with either gold or something colorful (coral?).

      I think this is a pants top – between the weight of the knit and the volume of the ruffle, I think it would look too heavy atop a skirt. I’d pick a slightly lighter grey than the color shown.

      1. I think it could look cute with a pencil skirt and a shirt similar to the one pictured. I don’t think it would look right with a button down though. The faux button detailing on this and the buttons on the shirt would be too much.

      2. I think it would go well with skinny pants or a lightweight pencil skirt. It would be too chunky with wool pants or A-line skirts.

  2. I would do a charcoal grey skirt, white button-up blouse and gold jewelry. Nice look for casual Fridays. This could also look cute over a structured sheath.

  3. Cute sweater but not sure if I’d spend $290 (even if it is a MJ). Looks pretty basic!

    1. marc by marc jacobs goes on sale, and it’s on gilt.com all the time. If you like it, you should wait until it pops up cheaper.

  4. Thread hijack–Gap/Banana republic/Old Navy is having their friends and family 30% off starting on Thursday, where 5% of what you spend goes to a designated charity. If you aren’t on their email list and/or didn’t get one, those who did can send out invitations, so try to find a friend that has one. There are some great charities, so it’s a good excuse to buy some new clothes:-) (and it also includes the gap and banana outlet stores)

      1. Even if I reached my aspirational level, I dont think I would ever spend $300 on a cardigan.

  6. I can’t take any more neutral colors! Time for some spring brights! (Maybe it’s just the rainy, gray weather talking).

    1. I have had a couple of dresses made (bridesmaid dresses), and I wouldn’t suggest working with a dressmaker who can’t measure, and then fit you in person. Usually you need 2-3 fittings for a good dress, and it is pretty annoying if your custom dress arrives, and then has to be fitted.

      If you like vintage-y clothing, I’d suggest either Posh Girl Vintage (www.poshgirlvintage.com), Unique Vintage (www.unique-vintage.com) or Mod Cloth/Plasticland. It probably makes more sense to order a dress in a size you know, and have it taken in.

      1. How is the fit snugness wise? I really like a few of the styles (I prefer high necks and sleeves for my work clothing) but my only concern is that they are all super fitted on the models/mannequins, and I prefer my clothes to skim my shape, not hug it. If you can give me some insight I’d really appreciate it b/c I am very tempted to order!

        Also – lined or no?

  11. Forever 21 has a remarkably similar cardigan (same stand up collar, shoulders and ruffled waist but also has nautical-esque silver button details) for $24. I just purchased it last week and get lots of compliments.

    I buy high-end clothing when warranted, but a $300 non-cashmere cardigan? No thanks ;-)

  12. I don’t think this would look “right” on me, but I think it’s very cute and unique. I’m not feeling the way the model is rocking the belt across it though.

  13. I’ve seen comments about department stores offering a “personal shopper” before when you buy stuff from that store. I am about to start a new job and would like some new stuff to add to my work wardrobe. I won’t have a lot to spend (I want to keep it under $1,000) so I wanted your opinions as to where would be the best (quality and price) to do this. I’m in a big city so we have most of the major department stores–Nordstroms, Dillard’s, Macy’s, and Saks are the ones that come to mind. Also, if any of you have done this before, is there a lot of pressure to buy stuff? Thanks!

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