Reese Witherspoon’s Short-Sleeve Cardigan Is a Smart Summer-Friendly Outfit Topper — Get Her Look from $10

It's the hottest time of the year, but Reese Witherspoon has us shopping cardigans. The 48-year-old recently exuded a cozy summer vibe in a short-sleeve knit sweater.

The Morning Show star wore the unexpected July look in an Instagram Reel while sitting outside on a sunny day and looking totally comfortable. Her white cardigan had a slim fit with breathable knitwork and gold buttons. The sleeves ended above her elbows and were ribbed at the cuffs. 

It's a super clean look that can be styled over a tank top with your favorite summer jeans and linen pants, or unbuttoned as a bolero on top of a romper or sleeveless dress. Shop a few summer-friendly short-sleeve cardigans that remind us of Witherspoon's look below, with options from Amazon, Anthropologie, and Nordstrom starting at $10.

Short-Sleeve Cardigans Inspired by Reese Witherspoon

• Kancy Kole Crew-Neck Short-Sleeve Cropped Cardigan, $29.99; amazon.com
• Caslon Open Stitch Short-Sleeve Cardigan, $59.50; nordstrom.com
• Grace Karin Cropped Short-Sleeve Cardigan, $24.74 with Prime (orig. $31.99); amazon.com
• English Factory Textured Puff-Sleeve Cardigan, $95; nordstrom.com
• Kate Kasin Cropped Short-Sleeve Cardigan, $9.99 with Prime (orig. $29.99); amazon.com
• By Anthropologie Puff-Sleeve Pointelle Cardigan, $128; anthropologie.com
• Lulus Memorable Sweetheart Pointelle-Knit Puff-Sleeve Cardigan, $36 with code (orig. $45); lulus.com
• The Drop Catalina Peplum Cardigan, $35.50 with Prime (orig. $44.90); amazon.com
• Banana Republic Cotton Cropped Resort Sweater, $100; bananarepublic.gap.com

Kancy Kole Crew-Neck Short-Sleeve Cropped Cardigan

The only obvious difference between this Kancy Kole option and Witherspoon’s cardigan is that the buttons here are white instead of gold. The knitting pattern is similar, the neckline is almost identical, and the sleeves are even ribbed. The ratings for this cropped sweater are outstanding, with shoppers loving its price, weight, and versatility. 

"This little cardi has been perfect for a cute cover-up in the spring ’til early fall," one reviewer wrote. "I use it to put a little finishing touch to many of my tank tops and sleeveless garments."

Caslon Open Stitch Short-Sleeve Cardigan

It's not clear from her video whether Witherspoon's sweater is cropped or full length, but if you like a longer, looser look, this option from Nordstrom gives the right effect. It's a bit more sheer than hers but that also means it's more breathable, which is never a bad attribute for a summer top. It also has a V-neck and bigger buttons. You can also get it in navy blue with tortoise shell buttons.

Grace Karin Cropped Short-Sleeve Cardigan, $25 with Prime

This is another great option from Amazon that pairs the tighter, cropped look with a V-neck and cute details in the stitch work that include Swiss dots up the ribs. The sleeves here are slightly puffed and the cuffs are a bit less restrictive than Witherspoon's look. It's 23 percent off for Amazon Prime Day and comes in 18 colors.

Reese Witherspoon is always a celeb to watch for style ideas, but her looks this summer have been particularly fuss-free and on point. Shop more short-sleeve cardigans below and add a smart finisher to your summer looks.

English Factory Textured Puff-Sleeve Cardigan

Kate Kasin Cropped Short-Sleeve Cardigan, $10 with Prime

By Anthropologie Puff-Sleeve Pointelle Cardigan

Lulus Memorable Sweetheart Pointelle-Knit Puff-Sleeve Cardigan, $36 with code

The Drop Catalina Peplum Cardigan, $36 with Prime

Banana Republic Cotton Cropped Resort Sweater