
Vivienne Westwood
Argyle Knit Sweater Vest
This Vivienne Westwood sleeveless V-neck sweater vest is a fine wool-cotton blend knit made in Italy in a regular fit, worn as a layering piece over shirts or tees for casual and smart-casual outfits. It features a large intarsia argyle pattern in teal, burgundy and charcoal tones with deliberately irregular off-white and rose diagonal lines, finely ribbed burgundy trim at the V-neck and armholes, a ribbed waistband, and a small embroidered metallic-tone orb logo on the left chest. The back panel is a plain heathered teal knit.
- Color
- Bright tones
- Material
- Fine wool-blend knit (wool-cotton)
- Style
- preppy, heritage, punk, edgy, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Vivienne Westwood wool-blend argyle sweater vest with a V-neck, finely ribbed trim, and an irreverent intarsia pattern, made in Italy.
Large intarsia argyle pattern in bright tones, purposely imperfect diagonal lines, fine wool-blend knit, regular fit, V-neck, finely ribbed trim, made in Italy
- Color
- Bright tones
- Material
- Fine wool-blend knit (wool-cotton)
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- preppy, heritage, punk, edgy, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, work, business-casual, weekend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- large intarsia argyle pattern in bright tones
- purposely imperfect diagonal lines for an irreverent twist
- fine wool-blend knit
- wool-cotton blend
- regular fit
- V-neck
- finely ribbed trim
- made in Italy
- sweater vest silhouette
- intarsia knitting technique
- Vivienne Westwood designer piece
Product Insights
Argyle Knit Sweater Vest 750 CAD 98% wool, 2% cotton Regular fit, true to size Hand wash cold separately; no bleach; no tumble dry; flat dry; iron with or without steam; professional clean allowed Wool-rich care and premium price are the main tradeoffs
Verified claims
- material
- 98% wool, 2% cotton
- fit
- Regular fit, true to size
- sizing
- Sizes S, M, L, XL; full ladder in stock
- colourway
- Single 'Assorted' multicolour argyle colourway
- pattern
- Large intarsia argyle diamond pattern
- aesthetic
- Saturated palette with purposely imperfect diagonals
- construction
- Ribbed V-neck, armhole and waistband trims
- branding
- Embroidered orb logo at left chest
- hand feel
- Soft, dry wool hand; may feel prickly to sensitive skin
- care
- Hand wash cold separately; no bleach; no tumble dry; flat dry; iron with or without steam; professional clean allowed
- origin
- Made in Italy
- styling
- Layering piece over shirts and tees
- value
- Flat 750 CAD across sizes; value tied to brand and construction
- gender
- Men's style
- category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
- knit
- Fine-gauge knit with uniform texture
- back construction
- Heathered teal back panel with burgundy trim and ribbed waistband
- tradeoffs
- Wool-rich care and premium price are the main tradeoffs
Product record
- Title
- Argyle Knit Sweater Vest
- Brand
- Vivienne Westwood
- Price
- 750 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Argyle Knit Sweater Vest: Choose this if you want a sleeveless V-neck sweater vest in a fine wool-blend knit (98% wool, 2% cotton) with an irreverent take on classic argyle: a large intarsia diamond pattern in bright tones with purposely imperfect diagonal lines, burgundy ribbed trim, and a small embroidered orb logo on the chest. It has a regular fit with a slightly tapered back panel and ribbed teal waistband, is made in Italy, and comes in sizes from small to extra-large in one assorted colorway.[1,2,3] | Alex Embroidered Orb Cardigan: Choose this if you want a soft cotton-cashmere cardigan (85% organic cotton, 15% cashmere) with a relaxed fit, deep V-neck, and Vivienne Westwood's orb embroidered in multicolor on the left chest. Choose this for a polished designer layer with practical details: two flapped patch pockets, five brown buttons, ribbed trim, and small side vents, made in Italy in a deep teal green. The softness of the blend is the brand's own description.[4,5,6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Sleeveless V-neck argyle knit sweater vest worn by a model, showing ribbed V-neck trim, diamond argyle pattern in multiple colors, and a small embroidered metal-tone orb logo on the left chest.
- SilhouetteSleeveless, fitted V-neck sweater vest with a moderately deep V opening and ribbed neckline visible across the chest and shoulders.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Ribbed trimNarrow ribbed knit trim around the V-neck in a dark burgundy color matching other burgundy areas on the vest.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.08 (high) - Argyle diamond patternLarge overlapping diamond panels in dark teal/green, dark blue/gray, and burgundy forming an argyle layout across the front.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.42 (high) - Contrasting diagonal linesThin intersecting diagonal lines in off-white and a muted red/pink crossing the argyle diamonds, appearing slightly irregular/hand-drawn in texture.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.34 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - Embroidered orb logoSmall embroidered orb motif in a gold/metal-tone thread with darker outline located on the left chest over a teal diamond.
1 region
x 0.66 · y 0.40 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (high) - Knit textureFine knit surface visible across the vest with consistent stitch texture and no visible piling or patterned weave beyond the color changes.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.36 · w 0.52 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing a model wearing the vest; neutral gradient gray background, soft directional lighting from above, and visible accessories and clothing that are not part of the product.
- Model stylingMale model leaning slightly forward, wearing a striped button shirt under the vest and high-waist trousers; hands tucked near pockets.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.88 · h 0.46 (high) - AccessoriesLarge gold-framed aviator glasses and a gold orb-shaped earring worn by the model, visible on the head and ear areas.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral mid-gray to light-gray gradient background with soft even studio lighting and subtle shadowing beneath the model.
- Visible tattoosBlack-ink tattoos visible on both forearms of the model, partially visible under rolled shirt sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
Colors
deep burgundy· ribbed V-neck trim and burgundy diamondsmuted teal green· teal/green diamond panelscharcoal blue· dark blue/gray diamond panelsoff-white· off-white diagonal linemuted rose· muted red/pink diagonal linemetallic gold· embroidered orb logo- SilhouetteSleeveless, fitted V-neck sweater vest with a moderately deep V opening and ribbed neckline visible across the chest and shoulders.
- 02

Product
Sleeveless V-neck knit sweater vest with multi-color argyle diamond pattern and a small embroidered orb logo on the chest; ribbed V-neck and armhole trim visible on the front torso.
- SilhouetteSleeveless sweater vest with a V-neck front and straight hem visible at lower edge of frame; vest worn on a torso and cropped below the chin.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.08 · w 0.90 · h 0.90 (medium) - Neck and trimRibbed V-neck trim and matching ribbed armhole trims in a dark burgundy/maroon color.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.07 · w 0.46 · h 0.18 (high) - Argyle patternLarge argyle diamond panels in alternating colors forming a diagonal checker: visible diamond colors include muted teal-blue, forest green, light periwinkle blue, and dark burgundy; diagonal crossing lines in white and thin orange create the argyle lattice.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.22 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Embroidered chest logoSmall embroidered orb-like logo with yellow/gold central motif and blue surrounding ring located on the upper right-front area of the vest (wearer's left chest).
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.36 · w 0.07 · h 0.07 (high) - Visible knit textureFine knit stitch texture visible across fabric surface, consistent with sweater knit; stitches apparent in solid and patterned areas.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to show model torso and lower face against a neutral light-gray gradient background; soft, even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionFramed from upper chest to just above the waist and cropped mid-face, showing the front torso and neck; model is angled slightly to the viewer's left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundSmooth light-gray to off-white gradient background with no props or visible packaging.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused studio lighting producing gentle shadows along the arm and neck contours; minimal specular highlights.
Colors
dark burgundy· ribbed trim (neck and armholes)muted teal-blue· large diamond panelsforest green· large diamond panelsperiwinkle blue· large diamond panelsoff-white· argyle crossing linesmuted orange· accent diagonal linesyellow gold and royal blue· embroidered logo- SilhouetteSleeveless sweater vest with a V-neck front and straight hem visible at lower edge of frame; vest worn on a torso and cropped below the chin.
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Product
Rear view of a sleeveless knit sweater vest with a teal heathered body, burgundy ribbed trim at armholes and neckline, and a ribbed teal waistband sitting over loose trousers.
- Back panel geometryFlat rear panel with a slightly tapered silhouette toward the ribbed waistband; fabric lies smooth with minor horizontal stretch lines near the lower back.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Body knit and textureFine, uniform knit showing a subtle heathered or melange effect in the teal body; surface appears matte and soft.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.54 (high) - Armhole trimContrasting burgundy ribbed trim runs around both arm openings and extends slightly onto the shoulder, forming a visible binding against the teal body.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.14 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high) - Neckline trimNarrow burgundy ribbed crew neckline visible at the top rear, contrasting with the teal back panel.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Waistband ribbingWide ribbed waistband in a slightly deeper teal sits at the garment hem, creating a gathered seam where the body meets the waistband.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seams are visible as a narrow stitch line where the burgundy shoulder trim meets the teal body; side seams are not visible from this rear angle.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the vest against a neutral light gray background; even soft lighting with minimal shadow; lower torso shows beige trousers as a prop.
- Shot compositionModel shown from the rear, framed from the upper neck to mid-thigh; vest centered in the image.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows mainly under the waistband and at the model's arms.
- Visible prop - trousersLoose beige/tan trousers visible from the waist downward, with rear welt pockets and the model's right hand in a pocket.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.30 (high) - Image qualityHigh resolution with clear focus on fabric texture and garment edges; no motion blur.
Colors
heather teal· bodyburgundy· armhole and neckline trimdeep teal· waistband- Back panel geometryFlat rear panel with a slightly tapered silhouette toward the ribbed waistband; fabric lies smooth with minor horizontal stretch lines near the lower back.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Vivienne Westwood
Argyle Jumper
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4615064 | Argyle Knit Sweater Vest - Assorted - Small | CA$750.00 | Yes |
| 4615065 | Argyle Knit Sweater Vest - Assorted - Medium | CA$750.00 | Yes |
| 4615066 | Argyle Knit Sweater Vest - Assorted - Large | CA$750.00 | Yes |
| 4615067 | Argyle Knit Sweater Vest - Assorted - X-Large | CA$750.00 | Yes |