Thursday’s Workwear Report: V-Neck Cashmere Sweater

Our daily workwear reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.

Nordstrom has some great prices on their cashmere sweaters right now, and I’ve had pretty good luck with their pieces over the years. I’ve found that they last the longest when I wash them as infrequently and as gently as possible (I like this no-rinse detergent) and use my trusty fabric shaver to keep any pilling at bay.

This V-neck version is available in eight colors. I’m grabbing the black and the gray to add to my collection.

The sweater is $79.90, marked down from $149, at Nordstrom and comes in sizes XXS-XXL.

Some of the classic cashmere sweaters for work (as of 2025) include Nordstrom Cashmere, Quince ($50!), Vince, J.Crew, Naadam, Talbots, Lands’ End, and Brooks Brothers. If you’re looking for something fancier try TSE, Loro Piana, Akris, Autumn Cashmere, or (more casual) Jenni Kayne.

Sales of note for 1/1/25 (HAPPY NEW YEAR!):

• Nordstrom – The Half-Yearly Sale has started — up to 60% off! See our roundup here.
• AllSaints – Now up to 60% off (some of the best leather jackets!)
• Ann Taylor – Semi Annual Sale! Up to 40% off your purchase; extra 60% off 3+ styles
• Banana Republic Factory – The Winter Sale: 50% off everything + extra 60% off clearance
• Boden – Sale, up to 60% + extra 10% — readers love this blazer, these dresses, and their double-layer line of tees
• DeMellier – Sale now on, free shipping and returns — includes select options like Montreal, Vancouver, and Venice
• Eloquii – Semi-annual clearance, up to 85% off; extra 60% off clearance
• Everlane – Sale of the year, up to 70% off — reader favorites include their scoop tee, Dream Pant, ReNew Transit backpack, silk blouses and their oversized blazers!
• J.Crew – 25% off full-price styles; up to 50% off cashmere; 70% off 3+ sale styles
• J.Crew Factory – 60% off winter faves; extra 25% off $100+
• L.K. Bennett – All sale half price or less
• M.M.LaFleur – 30% on almost everything with code
• Rothy’s – End of season sale, up to 50% off fall and winter styles
• Sephora – Extra 20% off sale items for Beauty Insider members
• Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off, plus free shipping on everything (and 20% off your first order)
• Summersalt – BOGO sweaters, including this reader-favorite sweater blazer
• Talbots – Semi-Annual Red Door Sale – 40% off + 25% off, sale on sale!
• Universal Standard – 25 styles for $25, 1/1 only