Alpe di Mera ripstop-trimmed cashmere sweater
LORO PIANA's sweater release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $4,425, quality lands at 70/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · LORO PIANA
- Category · Sweater
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Quality Analysis 70/100
This sweater features ripstop trims, a fabric known for its tear resistance, which adds a touch of durability to the soft cashmere. However, the "dry clean only" care instruction suggests a need for gentle handling to maintain its integrity.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
This sweater promises exceptional comfort, crafted from soft, insulating cashmere with a relaxed fit perfect for unwinding. The adjustable half-zip neckline adds to its cozy appeal, allowing you to customize your comfort.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
This luxurious cashmere sweater, while offering comfort and warmth, lacks explicit sustainability indicators such as certifications for its cashmere or details on the sourcing of its conventional cotton, polyamide, and polyester components.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Sleeve | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| large | 114 cm | 45 cm | 42 cm | 60 cm |
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| x large | ||||
| small | ||||
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Editors’ Notes: Well-suited for relaxing after a long day on the slopes, Loro Piana's ‘Alpe di Mera’ sweater is named after a ski resort in Italy. It's made from soft, insulating cashmere and has a relaxed fit traced with ribbed edges and ripstop trims. Adjust the half-zip neckline to reveal a peek of your shirt underneath.
Editors’ Notes: Well-suited for relaxing after a long day on the slopes, Loro Piana's ‘Alpe di Mera’ sweater is named after a ski resort in Italy. It's made from soft, insulating cashmere and has a relaxed fit traced with ribbed edges and ripstop trims. Adjust the half-zip neckline to reveal a peek of your shirt underneath.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed for a relaxed fit Weighted knit Model is 180cm/ 5'11" and is wearing a size Small View size guide
Details & Care: Dark-green cashmere, brown ripstop Zip fastening along front 100% cashmere; trim: 60% cotton, 40% polyamide; lining: 100% polyester Dry clean
Delivery & Returns: Find out more about our delivery options . Try items in the comfort of your own home. If they're not quite right, you've got 28 days to request an exchange or return and send them back to us. We'll collect them from your nearest UPS drop off point. Free returns are offered within 14 days of delivery.