Is the Nova cardigan see-through?

Yes. The open pointelle mesh is sheer, so plan to wear a camisole, tank or dress underneath.

It has a boxy, cropped fit about 18.5 inches long. Size down if you want it closer to the body, or keep your usual size for a relaxed layer.

What is it made of and how do I wash it?

It is cotton and machine washable. Wash cold and lay flat to dry to keep the open stitch from stretching.

Is it warm enough for cool weather?

No. It is a summer layer with short sleeves and an open stitch, so it adds little warmth.

What sizes are available?

It comes in XS through XL, matching numeric sizes 0-2 up to 14-16.

Can I wear it buttoned as a top?

Only over something else. Because the mesh is sheer, it works best as an open or partly buttoned layer.

Where is the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan cheapest?

At Nordstrom, for $53.10, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 27 ratings.

Where can I buy the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's.

Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan

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Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan

Best price now

$53.10at NordstromChecked 5 h ago

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit Nordstrom

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Lowest price today: $53.10 at Nordstrom (checked Nov 10, 2026).
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Our take on the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan

The Splendid Nova is a short-sleeve, V-neck cardigan in cotton with an open pointelle mesh stitch, so it reads as a light summer layer rather than a warm knit. It has a boxy, cropped cut (about 18.5 inches long) and front buttons, and the open stitch makes it sheer. It suits shoppers who want a breathable topper over a tank or dress in hot weather. Against solid cotton cardigans it trades warmth for airiness, and against linen or crochet styles it is softer and easier to machine wash.

Best forSummer layering over tanks and dressesWarm-weather office and travel outfitsShoppers who like a boxy, cropped fitAnyone wanting a machine-washable cotton layer

Pros

Light open pointelle cotton breathes in heat
Boxy cropped cut layers without bulk
V-neck with rib detailing frames the neckline
Buttons up the front for flexible styling
Machine washable cotton is easy to care for

Cons

Sheer open mesh needs a layer underneath
Short 18.5-inch length may feel too cropped for some
Cotton knit can snag on jewelry and bag straps
Limited warmth for cool evenings or air conditioning

Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan prices at every store

NordstromNew
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Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan price history

Lowest price we've seen: $53.10 on Nov 10 at Nordstrom. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

4.6 / 527 ratings

Buyers rate it highly, with 4.6 out of 5 across 27 ratings. Those who like it praise the soft cotton and the airy pointelle look as an easy summer layer. The main reservations are the sheer stitch and the cropped, boxy fit.

What people mention

SheernessMixedThe open mesh is airy but see-through, so most wear it over another top.
FitMixedThe boxy cut is roomy through the body but cropped, which some find shorter than expected.
FabricPraisedOwners describe the cotton as soft and light for hot weather.
StitchPraisedThe pointelle open mesh pattern is called pretty and flattering.
DurabilityCriticisedThe loose knit can snag on jewelry and bag straps.

Specifications

Alpha Size: L, M, S, XL
Gender: FEMALE
Numeric Size: 0-2 (XS), 10-12 (L), 14-16 (XL), 2-4 (S), 6-8 (M)
Department: Women's
Age Group: ADULT
Fit: Boxy fit
Material: Cotton
Fabric Content

Questions and answers

Is the Nova cardigan see-through?: Yes. The open pointelle mesh is sheer, so plan to wear a camisole, tank or dress underneath.
How does it fit?: It has a boxy, cropped fit about 18.5 inches long. Size down if you want it closer to the body, or keep your usual size for a relaxed layer.
What is it made of and how do I wash it?: It is cotton and machine washable. Wash cold and lay flat to dry to keep the open stitch from stretching.
Is it warm enough for cool weather?: No. It is a summer layer with short sleeves and an open stitch, so it adds little warmth.
What sizes are available?: It comes in XS through XL, matching numeric sizes 0-2 up to 14-16.
Can I wear it buttoned as a top?: Only over something else. Because the mesh is sheer, it works best as an open or partly buttoned layer.
Where is the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan cheapest?: At Nordstrom, for $53.10, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan?: Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 27 ratings.
Where can I buy the Splendid Women's Nova Pointelle Cardigan?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's.