Kowtow
Kowtow Composure Cardigan Dahlia
Versatile. Refined. Classic.
Knitted in a tuck stitch from organic cotton with a generous, slightly cropped fit. The Kowtow Composure Cardigan is a ballet-style wrap which can be worn loose or cinched at the waist with narrow tie fastenings, making it perfect for layering over dresses or jeans.
Wrap up, head out.
Features + Fit
- Crafted from organic cotton and knit in a tuck stitch
- Oversized fit
- Slightly cropped length
- This style is designed for a relaxed fit. To achieve this look, we recommend taking your normal size.
- Size down one to two sizes for a closer fit. Note that sizing down will shorten the sleeves and hem.
- Size up one size for a roomier fit and more length in the hem. Note that upper sleeve will fit more generously.
Measurements are taken from the garment pattern with bust, waist, hip and hem shown in full circumferences. Minor variations may occur due to fabric and construction. Please use these as a guide.
| NZ/AU US UK JP FR | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 |
| KOWTOW | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Bust | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 |
| Hem | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 |
| Length | 44.6 | 45.9 | 47.2 | 48.5 | 49.8 | 51.1 | 52.4 |
| Sleeve length | 65.1 | 66.55 | 68 | 69.45 | 70.9 | 72.35 | 73.8 |
Bust
Measured flat across the front of the garment, taken just below the underarm point. This figure has then been doubled to get the full bust measurement.
Hem
Measured flat across the bottom hem of the garment. This figure has been doubled to get the full hem measurement.
Length
Measured from the front shoulder neck point, to the hem.
Sleeve Length
Measured along the full length of the sleeve.
Fabric + Care
This garment is completely plastic-free and is created using the principles of circular design, with full seed-to-garment traceability.
| Organic Cotton: | We use a natural mono-fibre, Fairtrade certified cotton for every garment we make. Grown without harmful chemicals, it’s rainfed, hand-picked and is entirely biodegradable. |
| Organic Cotton Labels: | All our garment labels are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 approved organic cotton. Our swing tags are made from certified GRS recycled organic cotton card, a by-product of our fabric offcuts, attached with a certified organic cotton cord. |
| Inks, dyes and washes: | Processed using Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) approved inks and dyes, free from chlorine bleach, toxic heavy metals, formaldehyde and aromatic solvents. |
GARMENT CARE
Extend the life of this garment and minimise the impact on the environment by only washing when necessary. We recommend airing or steaming to refresh your garment between wears.
- Cool gentle machine wash (30° or lower)
- Dry flat in shade
- Do not soak or bleach
- Do not iron
- Low tumble dry