Cardigans are an essential part of the Needles canon alongside signature items such as the Rebuild flannels and quintessential Track Pants. While the Japanese label’s v-neck cardigans are best recognised in more outlandish mohair editions and dazzling patterns, this season sees more muted tonal editions such as this all-black number.

There’s still plenty of textural interest via the sherpa fleece-like body material, which replaces mohair for merino wool, trimmed with ribbed cuffs, hem and placket. Tonal shank buttons also demonstrate Needles’ studied approach in garment design and construction.