Cardigans on the Block
How to Style the NT Cardigan — For Him & Her
If you think cardigans are just for school uniforms or old photos, think again.
The cardigan is back — and it’s not quiet about it.
From the late 90s to the early 2000s, cardigans were everywhere. Rappers wore them. Skaters wore them. Fashion girls wore them oversized with attitude. They were layered, buttoned wrong on purpose, draped over shoulders, and styled without rules.
Now?
They’re back — and they’re better.
Welcome to the Neighborhood Trendsetter Cardigan Drop.
Why Cardigans Are Having a Moment Again
Fashion always comes back around. Right now, style is leaning heavy into:
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Vintage silhouettes
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Cozy but clean looks
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“I didn’t try too hard” energy
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Pieces that work day to night
Cardigans fit all of that. They’re soft but structured. Comfortable but stylish. Classic — with edge.
And in Detroit? We’ve always known how to make basics hit different.
Detroit Style Rule #1: Make It Yours
Detroit fashion has never followed the rules.
We mix high with low. Luxury with grit. Timbs with cardigans. Gym shoes with everything.
Style here is about confidence — not perfection.
That’s why the NT cardigan works so well. It’s a layer you can dress up, dress down, or flip completely based on your mood.
Styling the NT Cardigan — Women’s Looks
Look 1: Early 2000s Cool Girl
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Cardigan buttoned halfway
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Fitted tank or baby tee underneath
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Baggy jeans or cargos
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Gym shoes or mules
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Small shoulder bag
Think: music videos on BET after school. Simple. Confident. Fly.
Look 2: Soft but Still Outside
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Oversized cardigan worn open
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Crop top or graphic tee
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Straight-leg jeans or leggings
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Gold jewelry
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Hair pulled back or natural
This is the “running errands but still cute” look — Detroit approved.
Look 3: Street Luxe
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Cardigan layered over a hoodie
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Loose denim
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Feminine heels or flats
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Tote or mini backpack
Comfort meets culture.
Styling the NT Cardigan — Men’s Looks
Look 1: 90s Detroit Classic
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Cardigan buttoned up
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White tee underneath
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Relaxed-fit jeans
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Clean sneakers or boots
This look is timeless. No extras needed.
Look 2: Early 2000s Energy
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Cardigan open
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Graphic tee or white tee
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Baggy denim or cargos
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Rugged Boots
Think: album cover vibes.
Look 3: Modern Streetwear
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Cardigan layered over hoodie
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Joggers or stacked denim
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Statement sneakers
Perfect for cold mornings, late nights, and everything in between.
The NT Cardigan Difference
Our cardigans were designed to be:
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Easy to layer
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Heavy enough for Michigan weather
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Clean enough to dress up
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Relaxed enough to wear every day
Whether you’re headed downtown, to brunch, to a game, or just outside with the homies — this piece fits the moment. Because the best clothes don’t sit in your closet. They move with you.
From the Block to Anywhere
Cardigans have always belonged to the people.
They lived in our music videos.
Our yearbook photos.
Our memories.
Neighborhood Trendsetter brings them back the same way they started — worn by real people, styled without rules, and grounded in culture.
Early 2000s.
Late 90s.
Detroit forever.
The cardigan isn’t just back. It never left.
Shop the Neighborhood Trendsetter Cardigan Drop
Curated in the hood. Created for the world.