Striped knitted cardigan
BALMAIN's sweater release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $1,194, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 60/100, and sustainability at Not Available for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · BALMAIN
- Category · Sweater
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This Balmain cardigan, while stylish with its optical illusion and faux pearl buttons, is made from a lightweight viscose-blend knit, which suggests it may be prone to snags or stretching with frequent wear. The "dry clean only" care instruction also points to a garment that requires delicate handling to maintain its appearance.
Comfort Assessment 60/100
This cardigan is designed for a slim fit and features structured shoulder pads, which might feel restrictive for some. While it's a lightweight knit, the viscose-blend fabric and slim fit could impact overall comfort.
Sustainability Impact Not Available
This Balmain cardigan, made from a viscose-blend, lacks specific sustainability indicators such as recycled content or certifications, resulting in a default score.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length | Back Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR 38 | 92 cm | 37 cm | 90 cm | 49 cm | 49 cm | — cm |
| FR 34 | ||||||
| FR 40 | ||||||
| FR 42 | ||||||
| FR 36 | ||||||
| FR 44 | ||||||
| FR 46 | ||||||
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: Balmain's cardigan plays with optical illusion - look closely and you’ll spot the side profile of a woman, red lipstick and all, cleverly woven into the striped pattern. It's knitted for a slim fit and has structured shoulder pads and faux pearl-encrusted gold-tone buttons.
Editors’ Notes: Balmain's cardigan plays with optical illusion - look closely and you’ll spot the side profile of a woman, red lipstick and all, cleverly woven into the striped pattern. It's knitted for a slim fit and has structured shoulder pads and faux pearl-encrusted gold-tone buttons.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed for a slim fit Internal shoulder pads Lightweight knit Model is 180cm/ 5'11" and is wearing a FR 36 Model measurements: Bust: 80cm/ 31.5" Waist: 65cm/ 25.5" Hip: 89cm/ 35 View size guide
Details & Care: Black, white and red viscose-blend Button fastenings through front 85% viscose, 15% polyester Dry clean
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