Quince and Reformation Clara Cashmere Cardigan Comparison

Last updated on May 9th, 2026 at 10:42 pm

I’ve had an on-and-off relationship with Reformation over the years. I loved their original silhouettes – the Gavin cap sleeve dress, the funky linen prints (originally reviewed here) – but it’s disheartening that so many of their dresses are made of viscose, which infamously shrinks if so much as a splash of cold water lands on it.

That said, their jeans (reviewed here) and cashmere are standout categories. I bought my first Reformation Clara Cardigan in early 2024 and have worn it at least once a week since. The quality has held up well, with minimal pilling despite daily use with heavy work bags. And the cuffs haven’t stretched out, which is my biggest pet peeve with lower-quality sweaters.

But at $198 for basic colors, it’s not cheap and it rarely goes on sale.

So when Quince released their Cropped Cashmere Cardigan, I was excited to try it as a Clara dupe. At $89.99, it’s still not exactly a bargain, but at more than 50% less than the Reformation, it’s a much friendlier price point!

Here’s how the two compare –

What’s similar:

• Thickness and weight: both are substantial and make great midweight layers
• Overall shape: slightly boxy, cropped body
• A slightly wider, lower-depth ribbed neckline (distinct from the classic cashmere cardigan silhouette)

What’s different:

• Quince’s version has a slightly smaller neck opening, may be harder to get that t-shirt “peep” at the top
• Reformation’s version runs about 1″ more cropped in the body
• Reformation also offers a wider color range, including seasonal colors, stripes, and more

The verdict: The Quince is a close enough dupe that it’s well worth the price, with one caveat. The color range is limited; while the bright red is great, non-neutral colros are lacking. If variety matters to you, the Reformation Clara may be worth the splurge, and does stand the test of wear and time.

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