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Customer Reviews for L.L.Bean Women's The Original Double L® Cable Cardigan Sweater, Button-Front Cotton
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Customers overwhelmingly praise these cardigans for timeless, classic design and exceptional quality that lasts for years. The cable knit construction, all-cotton material, and button-down crewneck appeal across seasons. Reviewers consistently note the soft, cozy comfort, true-to-size fit with longer sleeves and hem, and versatility from early fall through spring. The substantial weight and durable construction resist pilling and staining while holding shape through repeated washing. A few mention preferring a lighter knit for warmer months, and some note sizing variations, but most consider these wardrobe staples worth the investment.
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October 2, 2026
Comfy cardigan
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love how snug the arms are in this sweater - I like a cozy fit for sleeves. It's a bit long, but the tailoring is nice and I love the shade of brown. My bust is 36D and the size
Chicago IL
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October 1, 2026
Did not love it
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'0"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I found I did not like the fit or styling and returned the sweater
Berwick Maine
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October 1, 2026
Double L cardigan
I bought the navy blue. it is exactly what I wanted. True to size. It is rather heavy in weight. A great sweater for summer evenings or fall. I got regular small and thought i
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September 29, 2026
The sweater was NOT the quality that I expect from LLBEA; definitely not worth the price!.
Because it was on back-order when I ordered it, I waited months for it.
I was very disap
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September 28, 2026
Gorgeous color, perfect fit in my usual
Size Medium
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September 27, 2026
So done, really disappointed with the big picture.
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Medium
Wasn’t the same. Seems like a lot of LL Bean clothing has really gone downhill. Stick with the bean boots, get apparel elsewhere.
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September 27, 2026
Great Quality Sweater
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Great quality sweater. I am 5’8” but bought a petite because I wanted the body of the sweater to not fall so long. The sleeves still have plenty of length. I really love the brown
Hinsdale,IL
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September 24, 2026
Runs BIG!
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I buy most every LLBean cotton sweater style available each season. This is a new version of the previous, similar cardigan of 2024. This version is a bit lighter weight and runs
Massachusetts
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September 24, 2026
Huge!
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Medium
I just received this sweater in brown and the brown jeans. Loved the color but when I took out the sweater it was huge and heavy. I still want a sweater to go with the jeans so I a
Response from L.L.Bean
October 3, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
Thank you for your feedback. We're glad you loved the color and are sorry the fit wasn't what you expected. A member of our team will be reaching out shortly.
Al.
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September 24, 2026
Great for cooler days.
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Large
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
This style is new for me but I know I’m going to enjoy it on cooler days. The fit is as I expected and generous enough for a turtle neck underneath. It’s bulkier than my other sw
Colorado Rockies
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September 24, 2026
Bad ordeal
The first one ordered was way oversized for 1x women's. Beans return system needs improvement as does their customer service. Finally got fed up and just cancelled the purchase. Ge
Response from L.L.Bean
October 4, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for leaving a review. We're sorry the poor experience you had with the sizing as well as the return and exchange process. Your detailed feedback is truly appreciated and has been forwarded to the appropriate teams.
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September 24, 2026
Stay Warm this Autumn
Perfect weight to stay cozy in the autumn. Love everything about it--high quality, perfect fit to my size.
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September 23, 2026
Beautiful!
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
Beautiful cardigan! Quality and fit are perfect. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the color. On the website the red looks like a lovely bright red, but its actuall
MN
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September 23, 2026
Just what I was looking for.
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Though I live in the South so won't need this sweater for another several weeks, I can tell by looking and feeling it that it is just what I was looking for. The color is a deep,
Jasper, GA
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September 22, 2026
Cardigan sweater
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 4'11" and under
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Bought this cardigan for mom. She is normally a medium petite, but I ordered a small petite and it fits perfect. She loves the fit and wears it a lot because it's nice and warm.
Massachusetts
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September 20, 2026
Very disappointing item
I returned this sweater the day after it arrived.
1. The sweater is long, and looks like a tunic. In the catalogue photo it is shorter, and rests on the hips.
2. The material is v
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September 17, 2026
Inconsistent sizing
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I purchased the yellow and it fit beautifully and the knit cable pattern was tight. I am very pleased with the yellow cardigan and kept it. Then, I purchased the deepest brown he
MA
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September 17, 2026
Not the same as it used to be...
Size Purchased: Medium
I have a small collection of vintage cable knit cardigans from Beans and was looking forward to adding a new color. My main concern was that the Fig would be more of a brown-toned
Maine
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September 13, 2026
Regular and Petite are the Same
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'5"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I bought both the Regular and Petite in a medium, and they are the same size. There is nothing smaller in the Petite sweater. Beyond disappointing.
Response from L.L.Bean
September 16, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We apologize for the issue you encountered. A member of our team will be in touch to help resolve this.
Reading, PA
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September 10, 2026
Too long
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Medium
Used for: Casual or Every Day
My usual size in LLBean sweaters is petite medium. That’s what I bought in this style but it was way too long in the arms and the body. There was nothing petite in the sizing. I wo
New York
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