Thistle ombré brushed alpaca-blend vest
THE ELDER STATESMAN's coats and jackets release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $595, quality lands at 70/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at 70/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · THE ELDER STATESMAN
- Category · Coats and Jackets
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Quality Analysis 70/100
This alpaca-blend vest, while luxurious with its soft, fuzzy handle, is a mid-weight knit and contains 4% polyamide, which adds a touch of resilience. However, the "Dry Clean" care instruction suggests it's not designed for rugged, everyday wear.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
This alpaca-blend vest promises exceptional comfort, thanks to its brushed finish that enhances a soft, fuzzy feel. The relaxed fit is perfect for comfortable layering, ensuring ease of movement.
Sustainability Impact 70/100
This alpaca-blend vest, while luxurious, lacks specific sustainability indicators such as certifications for animal welfare or recycled content, making it difficult to assess its environmental impact.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large | 120 cm | 48 cm | 118 cm | 66 cm |
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Editors’ Notes: The Elder Statesman's 'Thistle' vest is made from alpaca-blend that's brushed to enhance the soft, fuzzy handle and faded ombré effect. It has a classic V-neckline and relaxed fit perfect for layering.
Editors’ Notes: The Elder Statesman's 'Thistle' vest is made from alpaca-blend that's brushed to enhance the soft, fuzzy handle and faded ombré effect. It has a classic V-neckline and relaxed fit perfect for layering.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size The model is wearing a size larger to achieve a relaxed fit Designed for a loose fit Mid-weight knit Model is 177cm/ 5'10" and is wearing a size Medium Model measurements: Bust: 79cm/ 31” Waist: 60cm/ 23.5” Hip: 90cm/ 35.5” View size guide
Details & Care: Multicolored alpaca-blend Slips on 74% alpaca, 22% merino wool, 4% polyamide Dry Clean Designer color: Merlot/ Fidi Grey/ Black
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