Classic clothing for women

Pre-owned classic clothing for women, from Ralph Lauren cable knits and shirts to Lacoste jumpers and cardigans.

Knitwear, shirts and jackets

Knitwear is at the heart of a classic women's wardrobe. Ralph Lauren makes cable-knit jumpers, crewnecks, V-necks and quarter-zips, mostly in cotton or wool, and Lacoste adds jumpers and button cardigans with the crocodile logo. Ralph Lauren also makes button-up shirts and T-shirts with the embroidered polo player, while Barbour waxed cotton jackets and Ralph Lauren Harrington jackets complete the outerwear.

Size and measurements

Many classic items are cut unisex or come from men's ranges, so the measurements are a better guide than the letter on the label. Each item is measured at four points: across the chest from armpit to armpit, the length of the body, across the shoulders and the length of the sleeve. The method is explained in the guide to measuring pit to pit.

All classic clothing is on the classic clothing page, and classic clothing for men has a page of its own. By brand, see Ralph Lauren for women, Lacoste for women and Barbour, or Ralph Lauren knitwear in cable knits and jumpers. The Ralph Lauren guide covers the brand in more detail.

Frequently asked questions

What is a cable knit?

A cable knit has raised, twisted patterns that run down the front and the sleeves, made by crossing stitches over one another. The pattern adds texture and makes the knit thicker than a plain jumper.

How should a wool or cotton jumper be washed?

The care label inside the item gives the instructions for that item. Wool is best dried flat, and tumble drying is the biggest single cause of shrinkage in cotton. More is in the guide to washing and caring for clothing.