Mercerised Wool Crew-Neck Sweater

A mercerised wool crew-neck sweater with a smooth, subtle sheen

This is a mercerised wool crew-neck sweater made from 100% wool, according to the supplier label.

It has a round neck, long sleeves and a regular fit, with a length between 50 and 65 cm. It comes in 11 colours and sizes S through 2XL, so you can pick the shade and size that fits your wardrobe.

At a glance

The piece: a plain crew-neck knit in eleven colours

The sweater is a simple, unpatterned crew-neck style. The photos show a fine, even knit surface with a subtle sheen, no logo and no decorative details. The neck, cuffs and hem are ribbed, which helps the edges keep their shape after wearing and washing.

The supplier lists 11 colour options. The photos show shades ranging from soft pastels to deeper tones, so you can choose a neutral for everyday wear or a brighter colour to layer under jackets and coats.

Who it's for

For you if you want a straightforward wool sweater that works as a base layer or on its own. It suits anyone who prefers a clean crew-neck shape without patterns, and who likes to have a range of colours to pick from.

The fit is regular, and the sizes run from S to 2XL. If you like a closer fit, take your usual size; if you want room to layer a shirt underneath, you may prefer to size up.

Closer look: the details we can confirm

• 100% wool, mercerised (supplier label)
• 26-count yarn, medium weight (supplier)
• Round crew neck (supplier; photos)
• Long sleeves with ribbed cuffs (supplier; photos)
• Ribbed hem (photos)
• Regular fit (supplier)
• Length 50 to 65 cm (supplier)
• 11 colours, sizes S to 2XL (supplier)

Fabric and feel: mercerised wool with a smooth finish

The supplier labels this sweater as 100% wool, mercerised. Mercerising is a treatment that makes wool yarn smoother, slightly shinier and less prone to felting than untreated wool.

The yarn is 26-count and medium weight, so it is substantial enough to wear on its own in cool weather, and thin enough to layer under a blazer or a coat when it gets colder. The supplier gives no care instructions, so follow the label sewn into the garment.

Fit and length: regular straight shape

The sweater has a regular fit, which means it follows the body without being tight or oversized. On the model in the photos it sits straight through the torso and ends around the hip area.

The supplier gives a length range of 50 to 65 cm across the size range. The ribbed cuffs sit at the wrist, and the ribbed neck band sits close to the base of the neck without being high. If you are between sizes, think about whether you want a closer fit or room for layers underneath.

Styling: on its own or as a base layer

The clean shape makes this sweater easy to style. Wear it on its own with jeans and trousers for a simple everyday look, or layer it under a blazer, a trench coat or a winter jacket when the temperature drops.

Neutral shades work with almost anything in your wardrobe. Brighter colours can lift a dark coat or a pair of black trousers. The crew neck sits well under collared shirts if you like a layered look, and it also works on its own with a necklace.

Occasions

Wear it to work, for a walk in town, at home on a cool evening, or on a weekend trip. A plain wool sweater is one of those pieces you reach for several times a week, in autumn, winter and the cooler days of spring.

Care: follow the sewn-in label

The supplier data has no care instructions for this sweater, so always follow the label sewn inside the garment. As general practice for wool knits: fold the sweater rather than hanging it to keep the shoulders from stretching, and store it folded in a drawer or on a shelf.

The wow detail: the mercerised finish

What sets this sweater apart from a regular wool knit is the mercerised finish. It gives the surface a subtle sheen that makes the sweater look a little more polished than a matte wool knit, even in a simple crew-neck shape.

Not sure which colour suits you good? Our Magic Mirror shows every shade on your own avatar before you order, and Lucy, our AI stylist, can build a whole look around the one you pick.

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Our promise

Ships from our partner warehouse in China, with tracking. Usually 9–15 business days to your door. Delivery is free within the EU on orders from €69. Below €69 it costs €4.95 in the Netherlands and €6.95 elsewhere in the EU.

Returns: 14 days from delivery, as long as the sweater is unworn, still has its tags and is in the original packaging. Our promise is plain: if what arrives does not match what this page says, send it back and we refund you, with the return postage on us.

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