Product Overview
The Henbury Women's longline open cardigan is a sophisticated departure from standard corporate knitwear. Designed with a contemporary draped neckline and an elongated silhouette, it offers a modern aesthetic for professionals who require both comfort and a polished appearance. This piece is part of Henbury's versatile 50/50 collection, allowing for a seamless, coordinated look across various styles within a workforce. It serves as an excellent alternative to a traditional blazer while maintaining a high level of professional authority.
Key Features
- Longline Design: The extended length provides a modern, flattering drape that offers extra coverage and a more fashion-forward professional profile.
- Half Ribbing Detail: Found on both the body and sleeves, this architectural ribbing ensures the garment retains its structural integrity and shape after repeated wear.
- Semi-Fashioned Sleeves: This technical knitting technique creates a superior fit at the armholes, reducing unnecessary bulk and allowing for better natural movement.
- 12 Gauge Fine Knit: The high-density fine knit provides a smooth, premium surface finish that is both soft to the touch and exceptionally durable.
- Cut-out Brand Label: Allows for easy rebranding or ensures maximum comfort for the wearer by removing potential irritation at the neckline.
Design & Performance
Engineered from a balanced blend of 50% cotton and 50% acrylic, this cardigan is built to withstand the rigours of a busy working environment. The cotton content ensures natural breathability, which is essential for temperature regulation in climate-controlled offices or retail spaces. Meanwhile, the acrylic component provides essential durability, ensuring the garment resists pilling and maintains its deep colour even after many wash cycles. The 12 gauge construction results in a lightweight yet substantial fabric that daps elegantly without being restrictive.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
This fine-knit cardigan is an ideal candidate for professional branding. For those seeking a truly established look, embroidery is highly recommended. Our Telford-based team, with expertise dating back to 1976, uses state-of-the-art machinery to ensure that even complex logos are rendered with precision. Because of the smooth, tight knit of the 12 gauge fabric, embroidery sits cleanly on the surface without distorting the garment's drape. Alternatively, high-quality printing is available for larger, bolder designs, providing a vibrant finish that remains flexible with the knit.
Use Cases
This garment is perfectly suited for customer-facing environments such as hospitality reception, premium retail, and modern corporate offices. Its relaxed yet formal silhouette makes it a preferred choice for staff who need to look professional while remaining comfortable throughout a long shift. It also works exceptionally well as a smart layering piece for trade shows and corporate events.
Why MyWorkwear
Since 1976, MyWorkwear has been at the forefront of the UK workwear industry. Operating from our specialized facility in Telford, we combine decades of technical knowledge with modern customisation techniques. We understand that your uniform is a reflection of your business standards, which is why every Henbury cardigan we process is handled by our in-house experts to ensure the highest quality finish.
Practical Advice
The Henbury longline cardigan is available in an inclusive size range from XS up to 4XL. As it features a loose, open-front design, it is inherently flexible in fit. To maintain a sharp professional look, we recommend pairing it with more structured items such as a collared blouse and slim-fit trousers. This creates a balanced silhouette that is both comfortable and authoritative.
Caring for your product
To ensure your cardigan maintains its professional appearance and custom branding, we recommend a gentle domestic wash at 40°C. Washing at this temperature effectively cleans the fibres without subjecting the acrylic and cotton blend to excessive thermal stress, which can lead to shrinking or loss of shape.
Do not use bleach, as this will irreparably damage the fabric fibres and cause significant fading of the dye. To preserve the garment's structure, avoid tumble drying. Instead, we advise that you re-shape the cardigan while damp and dry it flat, away from direct heat or sunlight. This prevents the weight of the water from stretching the longline silhouette out of proportion.
When ironing, use a two-dot setting and always iron on the reverse of the fabric to prevent any 'shine' on the fine knit. It is critical that you do not iron directly over any custom decoration, such as print or embroidery, as the direct heat can cause the branding to melt or detach. Finally, using a colour-recommended detergent will help maintain the garment's original hue for as long as possible.
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