
Rodd & Gunn
Linen Knit Johnny-Collar Sweater
Lightweight knit sweater with an open, pointed Johnny collar and short sleeves, made from a breathable cotton-linen blend. It features ribbed edging at the cuffs and hem, and a heathered, marled texture. Suitable as a casual warm-weather top or light layering piece.
- Material
- cotton-linen blend
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Size
Specifications
Lightweight knit sweater with a breathable cotton-linen blend, featuring an open pointed Johnny collar and finely ribbed edging with a heathered look.
Open pointed Johnny collar, finely ribbed edging, lightweight knit, heathered look, breathable cotton-linen blend.
- Material
- cotton-linen blend
- Secondary
- linen
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Open pointed Johnny collar
- Finely ribbed edging
- Lightweight knit
- Heathered look
- Breathable cotton-linen blend
Product Insights
Rodd & Gunn's Johnny-collar sweater, crafted from Italian linen-cotton yarns in a heathered knit, revives mid-century leisurewear for quiet luxury; it wicks moisture, resists wrinkles, and retains shape, allowing multiple wears between washes while undercutting comparable brands by over half, but requires hand washing to preserve its tailored fit, all backed by a two-year guarantee.
Verified claims
- Styling
- Johnny collar, heathered knit, and ribbed edging directly evoke 1950s–60s leisurewear, revived in quiet-luxury styling.
- Materials
- 50% linen, 50% cotton blend from Lanerossi Italian yarns: durable, wrinkle-friendly knit.
- Value
- At $59.95 CAD, undercuts Banana Republic ($120) and Good Man Brand ($128) by over half.
- Guarantee
- Two-year guarantee against faulty workmanship underscores expected longevity.
- Texture
- The heathered knit creates a marled depth that solid piqué polos lack.
- Care
- The cotton-linen knit develops softer wrinkles than pure linen and is easier to refresh with a quick shake rather than a full ironing.
- Heritage
- Rodd & Gunn: founded 1946, outfitted All Blacks and 2012 Olympic team, with two-year guarantee.
- Breathability and cooling
- The 50% linen, 50% cotton knit wicks moisture and releases trapped body heat, staying cool and dry against the skin.
- Durability
- Linen-cotton blend resists stretching and keeps its shape wear after wear.
- Wrinkle resistance
- Cotton-linen blend wrinkles softly, requiring less frequent ironing than pure linen.
- Sizing
- True-to-size fit consistent across Rodd & Gunn; size Large is 42-inch chest.
- Fit
- The short-sleeve sweater has a relaxed, slightly loose body; its flat Johnny collar and ribbed cuffs and hem give the cut a tailored silhouette.
- Washing method
- Hand washing or dry cleaning helps the collar and ribbing keep their shape.
- Fabric resilience
- The sweater resists stretching and develops soft wrinkles rather than hard creases.
- Layering
- The flat Johnny collar sits neatly under a blazer without bunching, so the sweater works as a cool layering piece.
- Visual depth
- Heathered texture adds depth and vintage collar design gives a curated feel.
- Linen sourcing
- The linen in the blend is sourced from flax grown in France and Belgium using no irrigation, GMOs, or waste.
- Yarn provenance
- The sweater's knitwear yarns are produced by Lanerossi, an Italian mill established in 1817.
Product record
- Title
- Linen Knit Johnny-Collar Sweater
- Brand
- Rodd & Gunn
- Price
- 139 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front three-quarter view of a short-sleeve, light heathered blue knit sweater with a small open Johnny-style collar, ribbed sleeve cuffs and ribbed hem visible on the worn garment.
- Collar and necklineSmall pointed Johnny-style collar with an open V-shaped neckline and no visible buttons; collar lies flat against the chest.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.05 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Short sleeves and cuffsShort sleeves ending in a narrow ribbed cuff that fits close to the upper arm on the visible sleeve.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.33 · w 0.35 · h 0.20 (high) - Hem detailLower hem shows a wider ribbed band and the sweater is tucked slightly into the waistband, causing a visible layered edge.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.67 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit texture and patternMedium-weight linen-like knit with a subtle marled or heathered texture composed of lighter and darker blue yarns across the garment.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.55 (high) - Shoulder and fitSeamed shoulder visible with a relaxed, slightly loose fit across the torso and natural drape at the sides.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a male model from waist to head against a plain white background, three-quarter front pose with hand near face; soft even lighting with minimal shadows and visible accessories and tattoos.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front portrait crop from about waist to head, model angled slightly to viewer's right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadows.
- Model accessories and clothing not part of productVisible woven dark belt and light-colored trousers worn beneath the sweater; multiple tattoos on both forearms and hand.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.24 (high) - Pose and expressionModel's right hand is raised to his chin in a contemplative pose while left arm is crossed, partially obscuring the sweater's front.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.48 (high)
Colors
heathered light blue· main body#8DACC1- Collar and necklineSmall pointed Johnny-style collar with an open V-shaped neckline and no visible buttons; collar lies flat against the chest.
- 02

Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve knitted pullover in a light heathered blue with a low Johnny-style collar, ribbed sleeve cuffs and a ribbed hem band; visible knit texture and shoulder seam lines.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a short-sleeve pullover fitting loosely at the waist with a straight lower hem that sits at the top of the pants.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - CollarLow, flat Johnny-style collar that folds over and lies flat against the upper back neckline.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionShort sleeves with visible ribbed cuffs that are slightly fitted at the arm opening.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Hem bandRibbed lower hem band contrasting slightly in knit density and creating a bloused effect above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.68 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high) - Shoulder seamDiagonal/raglan-style seam lines visible from neck to sleeve, visible on both shoulders.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (medium) - Knit textureVisible heathered, slub-like knit with slight horizontal irregularity in yarn tone across the body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the rear against a plain light background; soft even lighting with minimal shadowing; visible tattoos on the model's arms and the top of light-colored pants.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view of a standing model framed from the upper head to hips, with the product occupying the central area of the image.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background without visible props or set elements.
- Model detailsMale model wearing light-colored pants; multiple small tattoos visible on both forearms and the inside of the right upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.46 · w 0.22 · h 0.40 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven, diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows under the arms and slight shading along the sweater folds.
Colors
light heathered blue· body#8CACC2- Overall silhouetteBack view of a short-sleeve pullover fitting loosely at the waist with a straight lower hem that sits at the top of the pants.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Rodd & Gunn
Linwood Knit