Rafaela oversized merino wool and cashmere-blend sweater
THE FRANKIE SHOP's sweater release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $167, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · THE FRANKIE SHOP
- Category · Sweater
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This sweater, crafted from a luxurious merino wool and cashmere blend, offers exceptional softness. However, the "hand wash" care instruction suggests a delicate nature, indicating it may require gentle handling to maintain its integrity over time.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
This Rafaela sweater promises exceptional comfort, thanks to its luxurious blend of merino wool and cashmere, which is explicitly noted as "soft on the skin." The oversized shape further enhances comfort, allowing for a relaxed and unrestrictive fit.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
This sweater is crafted from a blend of merino wool and cashmere, natural fibers that offer softness and warmth. However, without traceability or welfare information for these materials, we cannot fully assess their environmental and ethical impact.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| medium | 128 cm | 52 cm | 120 cm | 54 cm | 70 cm |
| large | |||||
| x large | |||||
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Editors’ Notes: The Frankie Shop's 'Rafaela' sweater has lightly padded shoulders which add structure to the slouchy, oversized shape. It's knitted from a blend of merino wool and cashmere which is soft on the skin. The warm brown shade suits denim and neutrals so nicely.
Editors’ Notes: The Frankie Shop's 'Rafaela' sweater has lightly padded shoulders which add structure to the slouchy, oversized shape. It's knitted from a blend of merino wool and cashmere which is soft on the skin. The warm brown shade suits denim and neutrals so nicely.
Size & Fit: Intended to be oversized; we recommend sizing down if you prefer a closer fit Internal shoulder pads Mid-weight knit Model is 175cm/ 5'9" and is wearing a size XSmall Model measurements: Bust: 82cm/ 32" Waist: 64.5cm/ 25" Hip: 89.5cm/ 35" View size guide
Details & Care: Brown merino wool and cashmere-blend Slips on 90% merino wool, 10% cashmere Hand wash
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