Bessica wool and cashmere-blend turtleneck sweater
MAX MARA's sweater release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $448, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at Not Available for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · MAX MARA
- Category · Sweater
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This cozy sweater, crafted from a mid-weight wool and cashmere blend, is designed for comfort and warmth with ribbed trims. While luxurious, the "Dry clean" care instruction suggests a need for gentle handling, which can impact everyday durability.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
This sweater promises exceptional comfort, thanks to its luxurious blend of wool and cashmere, ensuring a soft feel against the skin. The loose fit further enhances comfort, allowing for easy movement and a relaxed silhouette.
Sustainability Impact Not Available
This luxurious sweater, crafted from a blend of wool and cashmere, lacks specific sustainability indicators such as certifications for ethical sourcing or recycled content. Therefore, a default score is assigned.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length |
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| small | 108 cm | 66 cm | 68 cm | 46 cm | 50 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: Max Mara's 'Bessica' sweater is a cozy statement layer. It's knitted from a luxe blend of wool and cashmere with a turtleneck and ribbed trims to lock in warmth. Use the zip on one shoulder to create an asymmetric neckline.
Editors’ Notes: Max Mara's 'Bessica' sweater is a cozy statement layer. It's knitted from a luxe blend of wool and cashmere with a turtleneck and ribbed trims to lock in warmth. Use the zip on one shoulder to create an asymmetric neckline.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed for a loose fit Mid-weight knit Model is wearing a size Small View size guide
Details & Care: Crimson wool and cashmere-blend Zip fastening along shoulder 70% wool, 30% cashmere 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.