The Good

• Softness and Comfort: “I love the OTHELLO. I think it’s so cute and soft and I wear them with cute short skirts.” (36 upvotes)
• Styling Versatility: Users appreciated how easily the Othello pairs with skirts and both casual and dressy outfits.
• Color Options: The Ice Blue colorway was a clear favorite — “Love the Ice Blue Othello.” (13 upvotes)
• Less Itchy: “Othello. The others are all very itchy.” (19 upvotes)

The Not so Good

• Material Concerns: “So much kid mohair. Will have to pass because it itches.” (24 upvotes)
• Fit Complaints: Some found it unflattering — “Any of the very frumpy cardigans—they don’t look great on a lot of body types! Eg Othello.” (15 upvotes)
• Quality Control: A few users reported minor flaws, such as pulled threads, upon delivery.
• Strong caution against machine washing: “Please never put them in the washing machine!” (16 upvotes) Hand washing and gentle spot-cleaning are strongly recommended.

Comparison to Alternatives

• Betty Cardigan: Highly praised and considered less itchy — “I’m obsessed with the Betty. I bought one in the store (black with white trim) and got two more secondhand (mahogany and bright green). It’s very versatile and I love that it’s 100% merino wool.” (26 upvotes)
• Gaspard Cardigan: Polarizing reviews — “Gaspard. It’s the most basic-looking cardigan that you can buy anywhere, and it’s super itchy.” (53 upvotes)
• OS Cardigan: “The OS is less scratchy than Gaspard, softer and more cosy but also a little stretchy. I think the Gaspard is a bit harder wearing though—OS can pill a bit.” (24 upvotes)

Styling Suggestions

• The Othello is often styled with short skirts and feminine silhouettes.
• Users shared outfit photos pairing it with both casual jeans and dressy skirts for a Parisian-inspired look.

The Verdict

The Sézane Othello Cardigan receives mixed reviews from Reddit users. Many appreciate its softness, color options, and vintage charm, but itchiness, caused by the high kid mohair content, is a recurring dealbreaker for sensitive wearers.

While some find the fit flattering and cozy, others describe it as “frumpy” or inconsistent in sizing. For those sensitive to mohair, the Betty Cardigan (100% merino wool) is a frequently recommended, more comfortable alternative.

Overall, the Othello appeals most to shoppers who value aesthetics and texture over practicality, don’t mind hand-washing, and aren’t prone to wool irritation.

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