It's hard to really know what my daughter's true "favorites" are when they seem to change by the day, if not the hour. For instance, one day, pink is her favorite color, the next day it's purple, and the next, green. Well, okay, she does seem to ask for pink a lot more than the others. But, you get my point, and know what I mean - especially if you've got a child anywhere under the age of say, 18!
That said, she does have a favorite sweater. She likes that it buttons up, and does not have to go over her head. She likes the thick, soft plush pile that keeps her warm, but does not itch. She likes that it matches almost everything! Hmm, maybe these are all the things that I like about it! Can I get one in my size?
I also like the fact that this is now the 2nd season she is wearing this sweater. I'm all for getting as much mileage as possible out of any one article of clothing. This sweater was a bit more expensive than I like to spend on one piece (I think it was $49, and one of the few times I have spent full retail), but it has proven to be worth every penny (made by Pottery Barn Kids – which unfortunately has since discontinued their clothing line).
In the second year of wear, it still looks brand new out of the box. It hasn’t faded in the slightest, and unlike most “plush” sweaters, this one has not pilled in the slightest. The fabric (80% polyester 20% rayon) stretches a bit, and I think she’ll be able to use it well into the spring of next year. It’s a miracle sweater!
Here is my daughter last year, when she was 2 ½ years old. The sweater, sized 36 months, was a little roomy at the time, but was very cuddly and doubled as a light jacket. I love the slightly “purply” undertone to it, which gives the cardigan a bit more depth of color, without looking black, like some navy cardigans do.
And here is my daughter this year. The sweater now fits perfectly. Everyone needs a favorite sweater!
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