Hooded belted waffle-knit jacquard cardigan
ETRO's sweater release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $2,100, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at 70/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · ETRO
- Category · Sweater
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This cardigan's "dry clean" care instruction, without a clear durability justification, suggests it may not be designed for rugged, everyday wear. The blend of 70% viscose and 30% polyester, while offering a cozy waffle texture, doesn't inherently indicate high durability.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
This cardigan promises a delightful wearing experience with its "cozy waffle texture" and "loose fit," ensuring a comfortable drape that can be cinched as desired. The weighted knit also suggests a pleasant, substantial feel.
Sustainability Impact 70/100
This cardigan is made from 70% viscose and 30% polyester, with no mention of recycled content or sustainable production methods for these materials.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IT46 | 122 cm | 60 cm | 122 cm | 69 cm | 130 cm | 122 cm |
| IT44 | ||||||
| IT40 | ||||||
| IT48 | ||||||
| IT38 | ||||||
| IT42 | ||||||
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Garment details
Need-to-know info pulled from the retailer’s description, sizing notes, and care callouts.
Editors’ Notes: Etro's ankle-grazing cardigan was styled on the Spring '25 runway over with the buttons completely undone, cinched together only by the tie belt to reveal a glimpse of matching briefs underneath. It's jacquard-knitted with a swirling pattern and has a cozy waffle texture.
Editors’ Notes: Etro's ankle-grazing cardigan was styled on the Spring '25 runway over with the buttons completely undone, cinched together only by the tie belt to reveal a glimpse of matching briefs underneath. It's jacquard-knitted with a swirling pattern and has a cozy waffle texture.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed for a loose fit, use the tie belt to cinch in at the waist Weighted knit Model is 175cm/ 5'9" and is wearing an IT 40 Model measurements: Bust: 78cm/ 31" Waist: 62cm/ 24.5" Hip: 92cm/ 36" View size guide
Details & Care: Blue and white waffle-knit jacquard Button fastenings through front 70% viscose, 30% polyester Dry clean
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