Thistle Vineyard brushed striped alpaca-blend sweater
THE ELDER STATESMAN's sweater release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $375, quality lands at 60/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · THE ELDER STATESMAN
- Category · Sweater
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Quality Analysis 60/100
This sweater, made from a brushed suri alpaca-blend, prioritizes exceptional softness and insulating properties, which often means less emphasis on rugged durability. The "dry clean" care instruction, while not a direct durability indicator, suggests a garment that requires gentle handling.
Comfort Assessment 90/100
This sweater promises exceptional comfort with its brushed suri alpaca-blend, renowned for its softness and insulating properties. The relaxed fit and dropped shoulders further enhance its cozy appeal, making it a delightful choice for everyday wear.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
This sweater is crafted from an alpaca-blend, a natural fiber known for its insulating properties. However, without specific traceability or welfare information for the alpaca and wool, we cannot fully assess its sustainability.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| small | 98 cm | 38 cm | 94 cm | 46 cm | 57.4 cm |
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Garment details
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Editors’ Notes: The Elder Statesman’s ‘Thistle Vineyard’ sweater is knitted from brushed suri alpaca-blend that’s renowned for its exceptional softness and insulating properties. It’s patterned with vibrant stripes and has dropped shoulders to emphasize the relaxed fit.
Editors’ Notes: The Elder Statesman’s ‘Thistle Vineyard’ sweater is knitted from brushed suri alpaca-blend that’s renowned for its exceptional softness and insulating properties. It’s patterned with vibrant stripes and has dropped shoulders to emphasize the relaxed fit.
Size & Fit: Fits true to size, take your normal size Designed for a relaxed fit Mid-weight knit Model is 180cm/ 5'11" and is wearing a size Small Model measurements: Bust: 76cm/ 30" Waist: 64cm/ 25" Hip: 86cm/ 34" View size guide
Details & Care: Multicolored alpaca-blend Slips on 74% alpaca, 22% wool, 4% polyamide Dry clean
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