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Love the Jenni Kayne Cocoon Sweater? Here's a $32 Alternative on Sale for October Prime Day

Who doesn’t love an affordable alternative?

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I’m a big Jenni Kayne fan,—shout-out my favorite fisherman sweater—but I’m also always in search of a good deal, and with October Prime Day in full swing from Tuesday, Oct. 8, through Wednesday, Oct. 9, Amazon Prime members (ahem, sign up for a 30-day free trial) have access to heaps of amazing deals, like viral products, beauty favorites and fashion must-haves (I’m talking a lululemon-inspired belt bag and clogs that look like Birkenstocks at first glance), plus free two-day shipping.

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Speaking of Amazon designer lookalikes, if you love the famous Jenni Kayne cocoon cardigan (which retails for $475) as much my PureWow colleagues do, you're going to love the discount on this Amazon lookalike, aka the Lillusory sweater (was $40, now from $32) I found for a fraction of the price during the site's Prime Big Deal Days.

I’m kind of obsessed with this discounted cardigan because it has the same oversized, boxy shape as the Jenni Kayne one PureWow editors adore, and seems to be just as cozy and flattering. Just when you think it can’t get any better, come to find out, the Lillusory oversized knit cardigan is available in a whopping 29 colors at this price, so you can snag a few to mix and match with a range of outfits.

While the real deal is made of 100 percent Mongolian cashmere, this one is woven from a viscose, polyamide and polyester blend, making it much more affordable. As with most things, opting for the wallet-friendly dupe of an expensive item means it likely won't last as long (though I’m not sure I care too much, considering it's just $32) or be quite as soft against your skin (I mean, cashmere is cashmere!). But if you're shopping on a budget, you'll find this one has a similar look and won't make you wince when you add it to your cart.

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Amazon buyers seem to love it, too. “The color is as pictured, and it’s so cozy and warm,” says one shopper. “I like that you can wear it buttoned up or open, as a cardigan. It’s super thick, so great for cool weather.” Shoppers do note that this style runs large, so if you want a closer fit, I recommend going down a size

Yes, you'll be sacrificing some quality in lieu of few (hundred) bucks, but if you aren't ready to commit to the luxury price tag, nearly 1,500 Amazon reviewers, who gave this lookalike cardigan a perfect 5-star rating, agree that this is the way to go.


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