Only & Sons
Mosaic Crochet Polo-Collar Cardigan
CA$59.95CAD
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This Only & Sons at Le 31 cardigan is a short-sleeve, button-front crochet knit piece with a point collar, ribbed edging, and a mosaic pattern in beige and cream. Made from 100% cotton with an open, breathable texture, it functions as a lightweight layering top for casual wear.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- male
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Color
Grey
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Mosaic crochet polo-collar cardigan in 100% cotton with point collar and button front.
Ribbed edging, crochet knit construction, button closure.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Additional Attributes
- point collar
- buttons down the front
- ribbed edging
- 100% cotton crochet knit
- mosaic crochet pattern
- polo-collar style
- cardigan silhouette
Product Insights
The Only & Sons Mosaic Crochet Polo-Collar Cardigan offers a relaxed, beachside aesthetic with an open crochet knit that is lightweight and breathable, ideal for warm weather. Its 100% cotton construction ensures hypoallergenic comfort that softens over time. The tradeoff: the transparent knit requires an undershirt, and the cardigan demands cold hand washing with flat drying, avoiding machine care.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Relaxed fit: choose your normal Only & Sons size and wear unbuttoned.
- Sheerness
- Open crochet knit is transparent; an undershirt is recommended for coverage.
- Weight
- Lightweight and breathable; perfect for summer or transitional weather.
- Skin feel
- 100% cotton is hypoallergenic, resists static, and softens with washing.
- Breathability
- Open crochet knit allows air circulation, keeping the wearer cool in warm weather.
- Outfit styling
- Grey cardigan works with summer trousers and layers over T-shirts or collared shirts for a relaxed or polished look.
- Casual style
- Relaxed beachside style compared to tailored crochet polo cardigans.
- Washing
- Requires cold hand wash with mild detergent and no wringing.
- Care
- Dry flat, reshape while damp, and store folded; avoid hanging and machine drying.
Product record
- Title
- Mosaic Crochet Polo-Collar Cardigan
- Brand
- Only & Sons
- Price
- 89 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Care and longevity of the crochet knit
- Wringing forces water out of the cotton fibers, which can permanently distort the openwork pattern and ribbed edging; instead, press out excess moisture by rolling the cardigan in a clean towel and pressing gently.
- The weight of the cotton knit and front button closure makes this cardigan prone to shoulder bumps and hem sagging if stored on a hanger; folding it flat in a drawer or on a shelf preserves its relaxed silhouette between wears.
- Because the open crochet loops are vulnerable to snagging and stretching in a machine's agitation, submerging the cardigan in cold water with a mild detergent and gently agitating by hand preserves its mosaic stitch definition and prevents the ribbed trim from distorting.
- If the mosaic stitch pattern loses definition after washing, misting the fabric with water and pinning it flat to dry (blocking) allows the cotton fibers to relax back into their intended shape, which is a standard technique for maintaining crochet garments.
- Laying the damp cardigan flat on a towel and gently reshaping it to its original dimensions prevents the shoulders from stretching and the button placket from becoming misshapen — hanging a wet cotton crochet garment inevitably elongates it because of the water weight acting on the open knit.
- Cotton wicks away natural oils rather than retaining them, so a mild neutral detergent is sufficient for cleaning without stripping the fiber or leaving residue that could attract dirt — avoid fabric softeners which can coat the yarn and reduce its absorbency.
- While 100% cotton is inherently durable, the open-knit crochet structure can suffer from cumulative shrinkage and surface fuzzing in a machine dryer; air-drying flat maintains the cardigan's crisp stitch definition and prevents that gradual loss of size.
How cotton crochet feels on the skin
- Unlike widely used acrylic knits that build up static charge and cling, 100% cotton dissipates charge naturally, so this cardigan hangs cleanly without crackling or riding up — a subtle but real comfort gain on dry days.
- Because cotton fibers are smoother than acrylic and naturally hypoallergenic, this cardigan sits comfortably directly against bare skin without the prickle or itch common to synthetic knits — it's a genuinely forgiving layer even on sensitive skin.
- The open crochet knit functions as a built-in ventilation grid, working with cotton's fiber porosity to let body heat dissipate rapidly instead of pooling under the collar — even buttoned up, this cardigan remains a breeze-catcher rather than a heat trap.
- A distinctive comfort trait of cotton crochet garments is that they genuinely soften with repeated washing, trading stiff newness for a worn-in, relaxed hand — expect this cardigan to feel increasingly supple and live-in after a few cycles, much like a favorite tee.
Outfit ideas for a crochet polo-cardigan
- The lightweight cotton crochet construction matches the weight of summer trousers — chinos, linen-blend pants, or tailored shorts — following the styling principle that cardigan weight should align with trouser weight for a cohesive seasonal look.
- Wearing the cardigan unbuttoned creates the relaxed, casual aesthetic that this crochet silhouette is designed for — it frames the undershirt and allows the mosaic texture to drape naturally across the torso.
- The point collar’s structured frame makes it an ideal outer layer over a button-down shirt; leaving the cardigan open exposes the layered collars, a classic preppy trick that works for business-casual settings when paired with tailored chinos and loafers.
- Charcoal and grey tones are standout neutrals in crochet cardigan styling because they anchor an outfit without demanding colour coordination, pairing effortlessly with black, navy, or earth-toned trousers.
How it compares to similar crochet cardigans
- Malbon's $198 Resort Crochet Cardigan uses a 50% viscose/30% polyester/20% nylon blend for a long-sleeve, golf-course-ready piece that stretches the crochet polo concept into the performance category; by comparison, the Only & Sons cardigan is a straightforward cotton summer knit at a fifth of the cost, proving the crochet cardigan trend can land anywhere from enthusiast-golfer to budget casual.
- The long-sleeve version from Only & Sons retails at $69 USD and shares the same open knit, polo collar, and relaxed fit, so choosing the short-sleeve Mosaic cardigan is purely a seasonal decision — both sit at an identical quality tier within the brand's crochet program.
- Originally priced at $75 USD and now on final sale at $23, the American Tall short-sleeve crochet cardigan is cut for tall frames (6'0″–7'1″) and uses a 55% cotton/45% polyester blend, so while its blowout price may tempt, the Only & Sons piece trades synthetic fiber for fully natural 100% cotton — a meaningful difference for those wanting the open knit to breathe without trapping heat.
- At $159, Suitsupply's version trades the relaxed cotton crochet for a tailored slim fit and a cotton-silk blend that introduces subtle sheen, positioning the crochet polo cardigan as a refined layering piece rather than a beachside throw-on — and at roughly one-third the price, the Only & Sons cardigan appeals to someone who wants the aesthetic without the luxury tailoring.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Short-sleeve open-front crochet knit cardigan with a polo-style collar, button placket, and a repeating square mosaic pattern in two neutral yarn colors.
- CollarFolded polo-style collar in a solid off-white knit that matches the placket trim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.42 · h 0.18 (high) - Button placket and buttonsVertical off-white placket running down the front with round off-white buttons; placket is ribbed or tighter-knit compared with the open crochet body.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.58 (high) - Short sleevesShort sleeves that end above the elbow with the same mosaic crochet pattern and an off-white trimmed cuff.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.34 · w 0.29 · h 0.20 (high) - Open-front stylingCardigan shown unbuttoned, revealing an inner tank top; front edges fold slightly outward where unbuttoned.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.30 · w 0.50 · h 0.66 (high) - Mosaic crochet patternRepeating square mosaic motif created by alternating a beige/tan yarn and an off-white yarn in a loose open-knit lattice, producing visible holes and textured raised loops.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.64 (high) - Hem and side pocket areaLower front hem visible with the same mosaic knit pattern; the model's left hand is inside a side opening suggesting a pocket or the hand entering the garment interior.Partial
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.32 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot of a male model wearing the cardigan, cropped mid-thigh, against a plain white background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown three-quarter front with head tilted slightly forward and left hand in pocket; torso and upper legs visible.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high) - Visible additional garmentsLight beige sleeveless ribbed tank worn under the cardigan and beige trousers with a dark brown belt are visible but are not described as product features here.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.36 · w 0.48 · h 0.50 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral white background with diffuse even studio lighting and soft shadows under the model; no props or packaging visible.
- Image crop and framingImage framed vertically, cropping near mid-thigh and leaving headroom above the model; slight right-side emphasis in composition.
Colors
light beige· mosaic pattern yarn#D3C4B4cream· base and trim- CollarFolded polo-style collar in a solid off-white knit that matches the placket trim.
- 02
Product
Right-side view of a short-sleeve crochet polo-collar cardigan worn by a model; garment shows an open front with visible button placket and a two-tone mosaic square crochet pattern in beige and white.
- View and fitThree-quarter right-side view of the cardigan worn on a model, showing the shoulder, upper arm, and right torso with sleeve ending above the elbow.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.66 · h 0.76 (high) - CollarFolded polo-style collar made from the same crochet fabric as the body, laying flat along the neckline and visible on the right shoulder.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve shape and hemShort sleeve with a straight hem finishing above the elbow, crochet fabric continuing to the sleeve edge with a slightly tighter stitched rim.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.32 (high) - Mosaic crochet patternAll-over geometric square mosaic formed by alternating beige and white crochet stitches creating concentric square motifs in a grid.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.26 · w 0.52 · h 0.54 (high) - Open front and button placketFront opening is visible and partially open, showing a vertical ribbed button placket in a solid cream/off-white tone with visible large buttons; the crochet front panels lie to either side of the placket.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.36 · w 0.26 · h 0.56 (high) - Fabric textureOpen crochet stitch with visible small holes and raised knit ridges forming the mosaic, producing a textured, airy surface.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.45 · h 0.50 (high) - Inner layer visibleA ribbed cream inner layer or panel is visible under the open front placket, showing a smoother knit distinct from the crochet overlay.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.40 · w 0.14 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model cropped from mid-forehead to mid-torso on a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model presence and cropMale model shown from head to mid-torso with face turned slightly toward the camera; left side of the face and ear visible.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (high) - BackgroundPlain light neutral background without visible props or textures.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and natural color rendering on the garment and model.
Colors
light beige· mosaic beige yarn#D4C3B3white· mosaic white yarncream· inner ribbed placket#D4CCC3- View and fitThree-quarter right-side view of the cardigan worn on a model, showing the shoulder, upper arm, and right torso with sleeve ending above the elbow.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve crochet polo-collar cardigan showing an allover square mosaic crochet pattern in two yarn colors, with a small polo collar and solid ribbed trim at hem and sleeve edges.
- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-sleeve cardigan seen from the back, falling to just below the waist with a straight hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.78 (medium) - Mosaic crochet patternAllover grid of square crochet motifs arranged in evenly spaced rows and columns; each square contains a central motif and openwork channels between squares.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (high) - Yarn colors visible on productAlternating light beige yarn forming the square motifs against an off-white/cream background yarn used for connecting openwork and border trim.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (medium) - CollarSmall folded polo-style collar made in the same crochet construction and colors as the body, visible at the upper back neckline.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve detailShort sleeves with the same square crochet pattern and a narrow solid off-white trim at the sleeve edge.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (medium) - Hem trimStraight hem finished with a solid off-white ribbed or tighter-knit band distinct from the open crochet body.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.76 · w 0.72 · h 0.08 (high) - Openwork textureVisible open holes and lacy channels between stitches giving a lightweight, breathable appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio rear product shot with a model against a plain light background; soft even lighting minimizes harsh shadows.
- View and compositionCentered rear view of a male model wearing the cardigan; image framed to include upper legs and head cropped near top, product centered vertically.
- BackgroundSmooth, uniform light gray to off-white studio background with no visible props.
- Model presencePart of the model is visible including back of head, neck, and both arms; these are not described as product parts.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven soft lighting with faint shadowing under the hem and arms indicating diffuse studio lights.
Colors
light beige· square motifs#DBC4ACcream· background openwork and trims- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-sleeve cardigan seen from the back, falling to just below the waist with a straight hem.
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Q&A
3 answered- How does the sizing of this cardigan compare to typical Only & Sons sizing? Is it intended to have a relaxed or slim fit?
- This cardigan is designed with a relaxed fit, consistent with the 'Relaxed fit' description used for this style by Only & Sons [1][2]. It is not intended to be slim-fitting; we suggest choosing your usual size for a comfortable, casual look.
- Is the crochet knit see-through? Would an undershirt be necessary for appropriate coverage?
- Yes, the crochet knit is an open knit construction [1], which means it is somewhat sheer. Wearing an undershirt is advisable if you prefer full coverage.
- How heavy or lightweight is this cardigan? Is it suitable for transitional weather or more of a lightweight summer layer?
- This cardigan is lightweight due to the open crochet knit construction [1], making it ideal for summer or warm transitional weather. It breathes well and provides a light layer without being heavy.