The cozy knit sweater that makes every cold morning feel a little warmer.
On the vintage-inspired Nordic knits with a timeless patterned yoke, a relaxed fit and ribbed finishing — the sweaters you'll reach for all season, over a collared shirt or simply with jeans.
I am 59 years old, and somewhere along the way getting dressed stopped being a pleasure. The comfortable things in my closet were shapeless and dull; the pretty things pinched, clung, or showed more arm than I wanted to show. So most mornings I settled for “fine.”
I didn't realize how much that wore on me until a friend from my book club turned up to lunch looking relaxed and elegant at the same time. When I asked where her dress was from, she smiled and told me to read the Wrenley family's letter before I bought anything.
The Wrenley Family runs a small boutique, family-owned since 1996. Their letter walks through the handful of things they refused to compromise on. I am going to let their words carry it, because they say it better than I could.
1A timeless pattern that never goes out of style
The heart of these sweaters is the patterned yoke. On the Ardent, a moss-green knit is crowned with rows of red hearts, gold zigzags and little cream dots — warm, cheerful colors that look just as good today as they will in ten years. It's the kind of classic that makes any outfit feel a little more put-together.
2Warm, without the bulk
The Ardent is made from a soft, non-itchy knit that's gentle against the skin, so you can wear it comfortably all day. It gives you cozy warmth on a cold morning without feeling heavy — perfect with a cup of coffee by the window, and just as comfortable out on a walk.
3A relaxed fit that's easy to layer
Every sweater in the collection has a relaxed, comfortable fit — easy to move in, and roomy enough to wear over a crisp collared shirt. Add your favorite jeans, a leather bag and cozy boots, and you have an outfit that looks effortless from morning to evening.
4Finished the classic way
Each sweater has a ribbed neckline, ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem — the traditional finish that keeps its shape, sits neatly at the wrists and gives the whole sweater a tidy, well-made look.
5Fifteen sweaters, one for every mood
The Ardent is just one of fifteen sweaters in the Vintage Knit collection — from soft gray and rich purple Nordic designs to heritage patterns and even a floral-embroidered knit. Every one is the same anniversary price, so you can simply pick the colors you love.
6It fits the body you have
Every sweater in the collection comes in sizes XS all the way to 3XL, with a relaxed cut on purpose. They're made to fit the woman — not to make the woman fit the sweater.
Our vintage knits, against the sweaters you've been buying
| The usual sweater | Our vintage knits | |
|---|---|---|
| The look | Plain and forgettable | A timeless patterned yoke |
| The fit | Tight, or boxy and shapeless | Relaxed and easy to layer |
| The finish | Stretches out after a few wears | Ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem |
| Styling | Only works one way | Over a shirt, with jeans or trousers |
| Choice | One sweater, take it or leave it | Fifteen designs, all $59.95 |
- Plain and forgettable
- Tight, or boxy and shapeless
- Stretches out after a few wears
- Only works one way
- One sweater, take it or leave it
- A timeless patterned yoke
- Relaxed and easy to layer
- Ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem
- Over a shirt, with jeans or trousers
- Fifteen designs, all $59.95
Why they're half price right now
This year the Wrenley Family celebrates its 30th anniversary — family-owned since 1996. To thank the women who have shopped with them over the years, they are holding an anniversary sale: every sweater in the Vintage Knit collection is normally priced at $119.90, and for the anniversary it is $59.95 — half the regular price.
The buttons on this page take you to the full collection, so you can see all fifteen sweaters side by side. And if one isn't enough, the store's bundle offer applies too: buy 2 for an extra 10% off, 3 for 15% or 4 for 20%.
Every order is handled with care, shipped with tracking, and comes with a 30-day return window — so you can try it on at home and decide for yourself.
The Ardent Sweater
- Fifteen vintage-inspired knit sweaters
- Timeless Nordic, heritage and floral designs
- Relaxed, comfortable fit
- Ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem
- Every sweater $59.95 (was $119.90)
- Sizes XS–3XL · 30-day returns
Every sweater in the collection · $59.95 (was $119.90)
Bundle offer: buy 2 for an extra 10% off, buy 3 for 15%, buy 4 for 20%.
I do not usually write things like this. But I spent too many years settling for clothes that were merely fine — and this one dress quietly gave me back the pleasure of getting dressed. If that sounds like you, I hope you find your size before it's gone.
— Julie Henderson
Shop the Vintage Knit collection — $59.95 →This is a personal account from a Wrenley Family customer. Julie was not paid to write it. · The Wrenley Family · Sizes XS–3XL · Tracked delivery · 30-day returns.