Understated, yet unforgettable.
While Ryan Murphy’s “Love Story” series sparked a renewed interest in Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, it’s her timeless aesthetic that’s both nostalgic and aspirational, inspiring mood boards and even Gen Z fashion today.
The stylish Calvin Klein exec even made men’s wear look good — and was known to borrow John F. Kennedy’s clothing. So, when Sarah Pidgeon, who plays CBK on the show, wore the J. Crew 1988 Rollneck Sweater on episode 5, it was a perfect sartorial homage.
The boxy sweater, which has a bit of a legacy itself, was a 90’s stalwart style, yet is so timeless that it’s still popular today.
Pidgeon wore the creamy Mountain White shade, but the unisex cotton sweater comes in several other shades, plus nautical-inspired stripes. (It’s offered in men’s sizes — so go down one if you wear women’s sizes.)
While the legacy style is a one-way ticket to the decade of refined decadence, the 2025 Rollneck Sweater offers a slightly slimmer, modern update to the original.
The newer version is offered in women’s sizing, and it’s also made from 100% heritage cotton in pretty cable-knits and patterns. Both options are machine-washable and can be monogrammed for the ultimate we-summer-in-the-Hamptons touch.
Shoppers love both versions, with one writing that “the quality is exceptional.” (The 2025 Rollneck even caught the eye of Martha Stewart, who wore it to a J. Crew event in January.)
The show’s costume department has been working diligently to nail CBK’s looks, even custom-fitting Levi’s 517 bootcut jeans to ensure they fit as hers did.
While Bessette Kennedy often paired her denim and T-shirts with luxury Hermès handbags, chic accessories like oversized, structured bags and low heels also channel the aesthetic.
While these sweaters are sure to see a revival this season, they’re also practical for transitional weather months — and a low-lift way to look instantly put together. Shop more colors below to make it your own.
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