Alpaca blend plush ribbed sweater product image (primary)
Front view of a plush ribbed crewneck sweater in a medium blue with fuzzy texture; visible collar, long sleeves and ribbed hem and cuffs.

Ecole de Pensée

Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater

CA$600.00CAD
In Stock

Men's or unisex long-sleeve crewneck sweater in a plush, fuzzy ribbed knit with a regular, slightly boxy fit. Made in Portugal from a blend of alpaca, nylon and RWS-certified virgin wool, with a ribbed collar, ribbed cuffs and a wide ribbed hem band; the yarn shows a blended blue, grey and white colour effect. Suitable as a warm mid-layer or standalone top for cold-weather everyday wear.

Color
White, Blue, and Grey
Material
Alpaca, nylon, and RWS-certified virgin wool blend
Style
casual, classic, elevated-basics, layering-piece
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Specifications

Plush ribbed sweater in a soft alpaca, nylon, and RWS-certified virgin wool blend with a marled white, blue, and grey finish.

Plush ribbed knit, soft fluffy alpaca blend, warm yet breathable, crew neck, regular fit, made in Portugal.

Color
White, Blue, and Grey · blue
Material
Alpaca, nylon, and RWS-certified virgin wool blend
Secondary
nylon, wool
Style
casual, classic, elevated-basics, layering-piece
Occasion
everyday, casual, weekend
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • plush ribbed knit construction
  • soft, fluffy alpaca-blend yarn
  • marled white, blue, and grey colorway
  • warm yet breathable for cold weather
  • RWS-certified virgin wool content
  • merino wool for warmth and comfort
  • regular fit through the body
  • classic crew neckline
  • made in Portugal
  • designed for layering
  • subtle blended texture from mixed shades
  • easy pull-on style

Product Insights

55% alpaca, 30% polyamide, 15% RWS-certified virgin wool Regular fit with dropped shoulders and a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette Warm but breathable, thanks to the alpaca-rich blend Less prone to pilling than wool, but fuzzier and more likely to shed fibres Do not wash; have it professionally cleaned 600 CAD buys an alpaca-rich, Portuguese-made knit with RWS wool

Verified claims

materials
55% alpaca, 30% polyamide, 15% RWS-certified virgin wool
wool labelling
The 'merino' wording refers to the same 15% RWS wool, not an extra fibre
certification
The wool portion is RWS-certified
fit
Regular fit with dropped shoulders and a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette
sizing
Take your usual size; size up only for extra layering room
size range
Sizes run S–XL in four whole steps, all in stock at the same price
color
Blue is a marled white/blue/grey mélange, not a solid blue
texture
Plush, fuzzy ribbed knit with a visible fibre halo
construction
Ribbed crewneck, ribbed hem and cuffs, and set-in sleeves
warmth
Warm but breathable, thanks to the alpaca-rich blend
layering
Easy under a roomier coat or overshirt; less suited to a slim jacket
comfort
Soft against skin, with a sensitive-skin caveat from the wool content
shape retention
Blend is built to hold shape: alpaca strength, wool memory and polyamide structure
drape
Alpaca adds drape and gravity, so the sweater may lengthen slightly with wear
pilling
Less prone to pilling than wool, but fuzzier and more likely to shed fibres
care
Do not wash; have it professionally cleaned
care
Do not bleach or tumble dry; ironing with or without steam is allowed
origin
Made in Portugal
brand design
Montreal collective founded in 2014, focused on fit, material and construction balance
value
600 CAD buys an alpaca-rich, Portuguese-made knit with RWS wool
styling
Designed to show a shirt collar and cuffs when sleeves are pushed up

Product record

Title
Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater
Brand
Ecole de Pensée
Price
600 CAD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

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Uses

Everyday cold weather wear

This ribbed sweater is presented as a good pick for everyday wear in cold weather, with a wool blend described as warm yet breathable. The soft, plush knit is also highlighted for its comfort, with shades of white, blue, and grey giving it a subtle blended look.[1]

Sources

  1. [1]simons.ca · simons.ca Cited source

Image Analysis

3 images
Alpaca blend plush ribbed sweater product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a plush ribbed crewneck sweater in a medium blue with fuzzy texture; visible collar, long sleeves and ribbed hem and cuffs.

  • Overall silhouetteLoose-fit crewneck sweater shown on a model torso, ending at the waist with a slightly relaxed, boxy shape.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.65 (medium)
  • NecklineShort, ribbed crewneck collar that sits close to the neck and is made in the same yarn as the body.
    1 regionx 0.37 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Knit texturePlush, slightly fuzzy ribbed knit with vertical ribbing visible across the body and sleeves, giving a soft haloed surface appearance.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.15 · w 0.70 · h 0.55 (high)
  • Hem finishRibbed hem band at the waist that is slightly narrower than the body and compresses the lower edge.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.58 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high)
  • SleevesLong sleeves with the same plush ribbed texture; both sleeves appear rolled or pushed up at the forearms exposing underlying shirt cuffs.
    2 regionsx 0.04 · y 0.40 · w 0.22 · h 0.42 (medium); x 0.63 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot on a plain light background showing a cropped frontal view of a model wearing the sweater; soft even lighting with minimal shadows.

  • Model crop and poseImage shows the model from the upper chest to upper thighs; right hand near the collar and left arm relaxed by the side.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 0.98 (medium)
  • Background and lightingPlain, light neutral background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadowing.
  • Visible non-product garmentsLight blue shirt collar and cuffs are visible under the sweater and grey trousers are visible below the hem; these are not described as product details.
    2 regionsx 0.32 · y 0.04 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.32 (medium)

Colors

medium dusty blue· body and sleeves
Alpaca blend plush ribbed sweater product image 2
02

Product

Close-up of a fuzzy rib-knit crewneck sweater in a muted medium blue, shown on a model from chest to waist with sleeves partially rolled to reveal a shirt underneath.

  • NecklineRound crewneck with a narrow ribbed collar that sits close to the base of the neck.
    1 regionx 0.21 · y 0.03 · w 0.58 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Body knit patternVertical ribbed knit visible across the front body, with pronounced raised ribs and a soft halo of fuzzy fibers across the surface.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.15 · w 0.84 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with the same fuzzy ribbed texture; right sleeve shown pushed up and folded to reveal the inner cuff area.
    2 regionsx 0.55 · y 0.20 · w 0.42 · h 0.70 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.38 (high)
  • HemWide ribbed waistband at the sweater hem with tighter ribbing than the body, creating a defined bottom edge.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.68 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Surface finishSoft, slightly fluffy texture with visible fiber halo and small stray fibers across the surface.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Visible underlayerLight blue shirt cuff and collar are visible beneath the sweater at the neckline and rolled sleeve, but these are separate undergarment pieces.
    2 regionsx 0.33 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.72 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high)

Other

Studio shot cropped to show the model torso and arms; neutral gray background with soft, even lighting producing subtle shadows; a model hand adjusts the sweater hem.

  • Shot compositionMedium close-up cropping from the lower face to the waist, centered on the sweater; model's chin and lower face partially visible at the top edge.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low)
  • Background and lightingPlain neutral light gray background with soft, diffuse studio lighting that highlights the sweater texture and creates minimal harsh shadows.
  • Model handRight hand and forearm of the model are visible, with the hand pulling slightly at the sweater hem; skin tone visible against the sweater.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail of knit texture and fibers.

Colors

muted medium blue· sweater body and sleeves
Alpaca blend plush ribbed sweater product image 3
03

Product

Rear view of a long-sleeve, fuzzy knit sweater showing the back torso, sleeves, ribbed crewneck, ribbed hem band, and ribbed cuffs.

  • Back torso shapeStraight back panel with a relaxed, slightly boxy silhouette that falls to a ribbed hem band at the waist.
    1 regionx 0.09 · y 0.12 · w 0.82 · h 0.67 (high)
  • NecklineLow-profile ribbed crewneck visible from the rear, with the collar sitting close to the neck.
    1 regionx 0.29 · y 0.03 · w 0.42 · h 0.12 (high)
  • SleevesLong set-in sleeves with a relaxed fit that narrow to ribbed cuffs at the wrists.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.25 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.69 · y 0.18 · w 0.25 · h 0.63 (high)
  • Hem band constructionWide ribbed hem band that appears slightly thicker than the body fabric and creates a slight tuck at the waist.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.65 · w 0.68 · h 0.15 (high)
  • Surface textureSoft, fuzzy, brushed knit nap giving a plush, slightly hairy appearance across the entire visible sweater surface.
  • Visible stitching and seamsNo prominent external stitching or decorative seams visible on the back panel; construction appears seamless or with minimal visible joins.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.10 · w 0.48 · h 0.38 (medium)

Other

Model wearing the sweater is photographed from the rear against a neutral light gray to white gradient background; image is cropped near mid-thigh and shows part of the model's hands and dark trousers.

  • Shot compositionRear three-quarter crop centered on the sweater, showing the model from just above the neck to mid-thigh.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • BackgroundEven light gray to white gradient background with no props.
  • Supporting garment visibleDark gray trousers worn by the model are visible below the sweater hem and should be considered a styling prop, not part of the sweater.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting with mild shadowing under the hem and along the side seams of the sweater.
  • Model detailsPartial view of the model's head in profile at top left and both hands partly visible at bottom edges.
    3 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.82 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.80 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high)

Colors

medium steel blue· body and sleeves#6C7C9B

Variants

4 SKUs
All variants of Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater
SKUTitlePriceAvail
4670626Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater - Blue - SmallCA$600.00Yes
4670627Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater - Blue - MediumCA$600.00Yes
4670628Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater - Blue - LargeCA$600.00Yes
4670629Alpaca Blend Plush Ribbed Sweater - Blue - X-LargeCA$600.00Yes

Documents & Data

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/crew-necks/alpaca-blend-plush-ribbed-sweater--17715-15900305
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