Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy has always been idolized for her understated beauty that shone like a jewel while she was alive. Now with FX’s “Love Story” starring Sarah Pidgeon, we’re reliving the magic all over again.
The J.Crew rollneck sweater, a revival of 1988 heritage fashion, has become a cultural phenomenon on Pidgeon after debuting it in episode 5, as if borrowing it from her lover, JFK Jr. It is officially the most iconic knitwear moment since Meg Ryan’s fisherman sweater in “When Harry Met Sally.”
You don’t need a Kennedy-sized trust fund to look this classic. While the J.Crew original is a dream, the real secret of the CBK look lies in the texture and the roll. I found an incredible alternative on Amazon under $40 that hits all the same notes. The 100% cotton weight, the slouchy fit and that iconic rolled neckline all hit the look and feel we want.
According to shoppers, it’s an ultra-soft, 60% cotton rollneck sweater with a chunky knit and chic rolled edges that perfectly capture the iconic late 80s look. Available in sizes Small through X-Large, it comes in multiple colors. This machine-washable staple offers a cozy, slouchy fit that delivers the high-end J.Crew vibe for under $30 with fast Prime shipping.
This oversized cable-knit sweater is available in 16 different shades and comes in exclusive sizing from extra small to XXL.
Available in multiple colors with all the frills a girly girl would want.
Shop the men’s version to achieve the same oversized look CBK wore.
This article was written by Emma Sutton-Williams, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter and resident fashionista. Emma is one of the best-dressed ladies in The Post’s office, and also known for finding an unbelievable deal on any one of her stylish outfits. Divulging on everything from designer launches, sales and dupes to the most-popular and most-underrated purse brands to luxurious silk pajama brands, Emma has cultivated an eye for style and an expertise for identifying the clothes and accessories worth your coin. At the same time, she proudly models the products she picks so you can see their fit and function first-hand. Emma has been creating shopping guides for The Post since 2024, and previously held bylines in Rolling Stone, Oprah Daily, Parents, InStyle, StyleCaster and more.
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