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Browse all Reigning Champ sweaters →Cotton Cashmere Riviera Cardigan
The verdict
Fit
Riviera cardigan typically fits through-the-body with an easy collar. Blend adds drape; expect a soft, slightly relaxed fit.
Quality
Cotton-cashmere blend balances durability (cotton) with comfort (cashmere). Expect good longevity if cashmere percentage is meaningful.
Is the price fair?
At $168, blends offer good value; cashmere content is diluted by cotton, so price is reasonable, not premium.
Best for
Shoppers wanting cashmere softness without pure-cashmere care demands; good for layering year-round.
Care
Hand-wash cold or machine wash on gentle cycle in cool water; lay flat to dry to preserve the blend's structure.
What owners report about Reigning Champ sweaters
In-depth reviews of the brand all cover its cotton fleece, where construction gets consistent praise — the knit cardigan line itself has almost no dedicated third-party coverage. The few owners who mention it are positive: one names the merino rib shawl cardigan a favorite, describing it as thick and cuddly. Separately, one owner advises checking the made-in label before buying, saying some production has recently moved overseas.
- Strengths
- What little owner commentary exists praises the heavier merino knits for warmth and substance, against a brand-wide reputation for solid stitching and construction.
- Watch out for
- Dedicated coverage of the knit line is close to nonexistent, and one owner cautions that not everything is made in Canada anymore — check the label.
About Reigning Champ's sweaters line as a whole. Sources: Your favorite for cardigans 2025 — r/malefashionadvice (owner comment on the merino rib shawl cardigan) · OOTD 2024 hits — r/bigmenfashionadvice (owner comment on a Reigning Champ cardigan) · Reigning Champ Review: I Tried Their Bestsellers — The Adult Man (brand-level; covers fleece, not knitwear)
