Another week brings another curious list, in this case, one spotlighting famous sweaters and cardigans from film, television, and music.
Featured below are 9 memorable examples of the form, as illustrated by our crack squad of graphic artists (and conceived by yours truly with a nod to the NYT).
And for the record, we have no plans to reproduce any of these distinguished garments (see: tees from the reel world). For now…
9 Sweaters, 9 Stories
Editor’s note: click on the thumbs to see larger, more detailed images.
Let’s lend some context to each.
The ribbed turtleneck was worn by Steve McQueen in 1968′s Bullit, gaining a measure of refined, sartorial cool as a result. It was also featured prominently in promotional materials and poster art.
''Look, you work your side of the street, and I'll work mine.''
Cosby sweaters: now with their own Tumblr feed! The one featured below, a spectacularly garish confection, stands as a relic of the ’80s and the fashion excesses said decade spawned. We think this sweater debuted in an early episode of The Cosby Show, but haven’t been able to confirm as yet.
''I don't know the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everybody.''
Compare with the genuine article here.
The Dude’s chunky, rib-knit sweater was to hit the auction block earlier in the year (with a minimum bid of $4,000), but questions about its authenticity tabled those plans for the immediate future. A so-so knockoff, eh, tribute, will, by comparison, set you back a mere $188, but it just doesn’t tie the outfit together as well as the original.
''I like your style, dude.''
Let’s correct one popular misconception: Ferris Bueller’s sweater vest is not an animal or leopard print. A closer inspection reveals that it’s designed around a two-tiered, interlocking pattern.
''Ladies and gentlemen, you are such a wonderful crowd, we'd like to play a little tune for you...''
The original is currently on display at the Planet Hollywood in Times Square.
The sweater of your dreams nightmares.
Frayed and slayed.
Grunge isn’t a dirty word, but chances are Kurt Cobain’s striped sweater was. This short-sleeved design was worn by the late rock star in the video for “Smells Like Teen Spirit” and is housed through 2013 at the EMP in Seattle.
Come As You Are
Mr. Rogers’ signature accessory, his red zip up cardigan.
Hey neighbor...
Hidely-ho, Neighborino!
Just add mustache.
Technically, this isn’t a real sweater…
''If you want to destroy my sweater...''
…but this is! Commissioned by a inspired rabid fan on etsy.
''...pull this thread as I walk away.'''
The source material:
Update: read our review of Weezer’s recent Seattle “Memories” set here.
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Why Waltz When You Can Rock & Roll: travis [at] founditemclothing.com
Can I suggest another? IMHO “Where’s Waldo” wears an iconic sweater. Others claim he wears an iconic skivvy.
I WANT the WEEZER sweater, image and link wont get me to the Etsy seller….PLEASE someone tell me where to find it !!!! Even a search on Etsy does not work!
Thanks!
soleyaetplumesauvage@gmail.com
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Where’s Waldo should kick out Weezer from the list. It’s nowhere as popular as the others.
Your missing Steve’s sweater from Blue’s Clues.
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Where’s Charlie Brown sweater?
How about David Starsky’s sweater from Starsky & Hutch?
My all time fav is the submariner’s sweater worn in ‘Das Boot’ by the Captain.
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i’d love it if you made the sweaters, but i’d love it even more if someone offered a print of this. it’s kinda awesome.
That may happen, Karen. We’ll let you know if/when something transpires… And thanks for the kind words!
I think you forgot THE sweaterman, Wesley Crusher.
Fred Rogers’s sweaters were bespoke. His mother made most, if not all, of the sweaters he wore on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.
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Now you need to do one for women’s sweaters. Love this!
I always figured the sweater from the sweater song to be more of a sweater vest…
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