From Blasting AC Units to Winter Drafts, Every Season Is Sweater Season—And I’ll Be Wearing This One From Now Through the End of the Year

What’s your go-to piece of clothing that you reach for day after day, no matter the season? You know the one: It’s high-quality, wear-anywhere, and seriously comfy—and it trumps everything else in your wardrobe.

I’ll start. Mine’s a lightweight, throw-on sweater. Before you chime in about record-high temperatures, hear me out. I live in Boston, which means I experience all the seasons in *extreme* form—freezing, snowy winters and steamy, sticky summers in which I exist inside in the frigid AC. (Bless the three days of spring that make being outside actually enjoyable.)

Finding closet staples that work for all these temps is challenging—but when it comes to my all-weather survival guide, I can attest to one fact: Every season is sweater season. So when I stumbled upon the ultra-lightweight Barefoot Dreams cardigan, my senses fired and I knew I had to grab one.

The verdict: This versatile, relaxed knit feels like a hug year-round, whether the air conditioner is blasting in July or the windows are frosted in January. Snag it now and snuggle up.

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Ultra Lite Cardigan Wrap — $178.00

Pros:

• Made to be worn year-round
• Super-soft knit
• Lightweight and breathable
• Machine-washable

Cons:

• Pricey when not on sale

Let it be known that I’m an established fan of Barefoot Dreams’ Oprah-approved knit. It’s buttery-soft, luxe, and extremely snuggly (yes, I do have a blanket and a robe in the same CozyChic Lite^® fabric). Sliding my arms into this cardigan basically feels like I’m wearing a throw blanket and, TBH, that’s all I want in an all-day sweater. Its classic and chic silhouette is simply bonus material.

The Barefoot Dreams cardigan falls around mid-thigh and features a drape front and pockets (need I say more?). Unlike other super-soft sweaters that are dry-clean-only, this one’s machine-washable—which is key given the fact that I plan to wear it, uh, every day.

In the height of summer (it’s me, hi), my roommates crank the AC in our apartment, so I’ve gotten in the habit of wrapping myself in my Barefoot Dreams cardigan while I work. When winter hits, I’ll throw it on over leggings before a workout class or dress it up with jeans and brave the weather for friend dinners and trivia nights. And for the more moderate forecast in the fall and spring, it’ll be my go-to for errands, evening walks, and lots of lounging.

If you’re looking for a sweater that works for the hottest and coldest days of the year, and every day in between, take advantage of QVC’s sale and add this coziness to your cart—I’m stocking up on a second one while the savings are major. Cue TikTok’s “If I like it, I’ll just grab it in another color.”