These cosy cardigans will help you tap into the "granny chic" trend

There’s something quietly comforting about a cardigan. It carries a soft sense of nostalgia—one that instantly transports you to slower afternoons, stories told from rocking chairs, and the gentle rhythm of knitting needles in the background. Once dismissed as purely practical or charmingly old-fashioned, the cardigan is now at the centre of fashion’s renewed love affair with nostalgia.

Enter granny chic, also known as grandmillennial style—an aesthetic that celebrates vintage charm with intention. Think floral motifs, crochet textures, puffed sleeves, slouchy collars, and heirloom-inspired details, styled thoughtfully rather than ironically. It’s less about dressing like your grandmother and more about honouring her impeccable taste, reimagined for modern wardrobes.

Warm, collected, and deeply personal, granny chic proves that comfort and character can coexist beautifully—especially when it comes wrapped in a perfectly slouchy cardigan.

Here are eight cardigans that scream “granny”, in the chicest way possible. 

Pomelo Floral Buttoned Cardigan, ₹3,525

BDG by Urban Outfitters Floral Dakota Cardigan, ₹4,875

Mango Round Neck Ruffle Detail Cardigan, ₹4,190

Uniqlo Souffle Yarn Short Cardigan, ₹2,990  

Okhai Ajoobaa "Butterfly" Handknitted Merino Sweater - Blue, ₹5,999  

Cider Knit Collar Striped Knotted Oversized Sweater, ₹3,411

H&M Cable-Knit Cardigan, ₹1,999

Sister Jane Pond Rose Trim Cardigan, ₹10,499

Whether you layer it over a slip dress, pair it with denim, or wear it buttoned up as a standalone top, a good cardigan has a way of softening a look while still feeling intentional. Consider this your invitation to lean into cosy silhouettes, vintage-inspired details, and pieces that feel as though they’ve been loved long before they ever reach your wardrobe. Because sometimes, the chicest thing you can wear is a little bit of nostalgia.

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