A.P.C.
Hector Uneven Stripes Sweater
CA$475.00CAD
In Stock
The Hector Uneven Stripes Sweater by A.P.C. is a regular-fit, crewneck knit sweater made from a blend of mohair, alpaca, and nylon. It features irregular, uneven horizontal stripes with a soft, slightly fuzzy texture, and includes ribbed edging at the neckline, cuffs, and hem. Made in Europe, it is intended for casual wear as a warm, comfortable upper-layer garment.
- Material
- Blend of mohair, alpaca, and nylon
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- regular-fit, casual, elevated-basics
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Patterned Grey
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
A striped mohair-alpaca sweater with irregular printed lines, offering a blend of comfort and controlled chaos in a regular fit.
Blend of mohair, alpaca, and nylon; printed irregular stripes; crew neck with ribbed edging; regular fit; made in Europe.
- Material
- Blend of mohair, alpaca, and nylon
- Secondary
- alpaca, nylon
- Style
- regular-fit, casual, elevated-basics
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Knitted from a blend of mohair, alpaca, and nylon
- Printed irregular stripes create a sense of controlled chaos
- Regular fit silhouette
- Crew neckline with ribbed edging
- Made in Europe
- Luxurious soft texture from mohair and alpaca fibers
- Lightweight yet warm knit
- Brand: A.P.C. (Atelier de Production et de Création)
- Casual elegance with meticulous design
- Ribbed cuffs and hem
Product Insights
The Hector Uneven Stripes Sweater from A.P.C. offers a relaxed fit with ribbed edges, crafted from a mohair-alpaca-polyamide blend that delivers a fuzzy halo, lightweight warmth comparable to heavy wool, and moisture-wicking comfort during temperature transitions. Its irregular printed stripes are diffused by mohair for a soft-focus depth, bolder than uniform alternatives yet appearing softer in person. The main tradeoff: the alpaca content offsets mohair coarseness, but a thin base layer is recommended to prevent itchiness while preserving insulation.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Relaxed fit with ribbed edges holds shape; model 186.6 cm wears M.
- Softness and itch
- Alpaca content offsets mohair coarseness for comfortable bare-skin wear.
- Halo effect
- Mohair's halo diffuses stripes for soft-focus depth.
- Warmth
- Warmth comparable to heavy wool at lighter weight.
- Moisture wicking
- Moisture-wicking keeps wearer comfortable in temperature transitions.
- Material
- Mohair-alpaca-polyamide blend delivers a fuzzy halo and lightweight warmth.
- Stripe Pattern
- Irregular printed stripes create a controlled chaos look, bolder than the uniform Hector Horizontal.
- Stripe appearance
- Mohair's halo diffuses stripe edges, making them appear softer and more subtle in person.
- Washing
- Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent or dry clean to preserve the mohair halo.
- Drying
- Lay flat to dry away from heat; do not wring or hang to preserve ribbed trims.
- Color care
- Use a color-preserving, non-bleach detergent to prevent fading of printed stripes.
- Itch prevention
- Wear a thin base layer to prevent itch and reduce washing frequency.
- Moisture management
- Moisture-wicking and breathable to prevent clamminess during temperature transitions.
- Itch management
- A thin base layer underneath prevents itchiness while preserving insulation.
Product record
- Title
- Hector Uneven Stripes Sweater
- Brand
- A.P.C.
- Price
- 475 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Sizing and fit recommendations for the Hector Sweater
- The official A.P.C. model stands 186.6 cm (6 ft 1.5 in) and wears a size M, so for anyone between roughly 5′10″ and 6′2″ the M delivers a true-to-size fit with enough body length to sit comfortably over a belt — taller frames sizing up to L will still find the cut stays proportional rather than becoming overly wide.
- The uniform ribbing at the collar, cuffs, and hem creates a tapered, structured finish that keeps the relaxed body from appearing slouchy, so the sweater holds its silhouette whether worn loose or layered under a jacket.
- While brand copy lists the Hector as ‘regular,’ multiple retailers characterize the fit as ‘relaxed,’ which explains its roomier cut and suggests that if you typically border between sizes, the smaller size will still deliver a comfortably non-restrictive fit without excess fabric.
How the Hector compares to other luxury striped sweaters
- At a nearly identical price point, the Hector Uneven Stripes sweater trades Acne's minimalist premium-yak-wool plain knit for a mohair-alpaca blend with a bold printed-irregular-stripe design — for a buyer weighing material luxury against visual texture, these two function as direct cross-brand alternatives in the ~€350 bracket.
- Within A.P.C.'s own Hector line, the Horizontal Stripe version retails at £416 (~700 CAD) for the same mohair-alpaca-polyamide composition, making the Uneven Stripes iteration at 475 CAD the more accessible entry into the collection's signature luxury stripe aesthetic — effectively the same material story at roughly 60% of the cost.
What the mohair-alpaca blend feels like and how it wears
- Alpaca fibers are softer and fluffier than merino, which counteracts mohair’s coarser handful; this blend hits a midpoint where the characteristic fuzz exists without feeling rough, and the sweater can be worn against bare skin by most people without immediate discomfort.
- The itch that some feel with mohair comes from its straight, stiff fibre ends that poke out and physically irritate nerve endings — a thin silk or cotton base layer underneath eliminates this entirely, preserving the sweater’s warmth and aesthetic while blocking direct contact.
- Mohair is an incredibly efficient insulator, lighter than wool but just as warm, while alpaca shares similar lightweight thermal properties — the result is a sweater that punches far above its weight for winter layering, wearing as lightly as a cotton mid-layer but with the heat retention of a heavier knit.
- The sweater's mohair content creates the signature fluffy halo and natural lustre — the same qualities that give Parisian runway knits their soft-focus depth — so the irregular stripes appear as if diffused through a delicate, light-catching veil.
- Mohair’s smooth scale structure wicks moisture away from the skin and remains breathable even in warmer indoor settings, so moving from a cold commute into a heated room doesn’t leave the wearer feeling clammy — a tangible advantage over synthetics that trap humidity.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve crewneck sweater with horizontal uneven multi-colored stripes and a soft, slightly fuzzy knit surface; a white undershirt is visible at the neckline and hem.
- Overall silhouetteStraight-bodied long-sleeve sweater shown from the front with a standard crew neckline and full-length sleeves ending at the wrists.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.74 (high) - NecklineRound crew neckline with a slightly thicker ribbed band; white undershirt is visible inside the neckline.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit textureSoft, slightly fuzzy yarn with visible knit loops producing a brushed appearance across the surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.60 (high) - Stripe patternHorizontal uneven stripes of varying widths wrapping across body and sleeves; stripe edges are soft and slightly blurred rather than sharply printed.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.58 (high) - Sleeve detailFull-length sleeves continue the horizontal stripe pattern; left sleeve (viewer right) shows slight bunching at the wrist where cuff meets hand.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.64 (high) - HemStraight hem finishing at the hips with the white undershirt visible slightly below it.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.60 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a cropped male model from chin to hips against a neutral light gray background; model wears blue jeans and has one hand in pocket. Lighting is soft and even with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCropped frontal studio shot of a model from just below the nose to the upper thighs, centering the sweater.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model poseModel stands facing forward with left hand partially in left jean pocket and right hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.62 · w 0.52 · h 0.34 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadows.
- Visible additional clothingBlue denim jeans visible from the waist down; a white undershirt peeks out at neckline and hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high)
Colors
pale gray / off-white· pale gray/white stripe#CEC9CBmuted brown· muted brown stripe#93746Cdark charcoal· dark charcoal stripe#635C63muted yellow· muted yellow stripe#CCB393cool gray· cool gray stripe#A6A3A9- Overall silhouetteStraight-bodied long-sleeve sweater shown from the front with a standard crew neckline and full-length sleeves ending at the wrists.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the sweater front and upper sleeves showing a crew neckline, soft fuzzy knit texture, and uneven horizontal multicolor stripes.
- NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow ribbed band in the same striped yarn, layered over a visible white crew-neck undershirt.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.06 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit textureSoft, slightly fuzzy brushed knit surface with visible halo fibers across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Stripe patternUneven horizontal stripes of varying thickness running continuously across chest and sleeves, with soft blurred edges between colors.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.64 (high) - Shoulder and sleeveVisible right shoulder seam with the stripe pattern continuing onto the upper sleeve; left sleeve partially visible at image right edge.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.14 · w 0.34 · h 0.50 (high) - Fit on modelSweater shown on a model; visible portion suggests a regular fit across the chest and shoulders.Partial
Other
Studio product shot cropped at mid-torso with a model; plain light background and soft even lighting highlight texture and colors.
- Model cropImage includes model face cropped from the nose down to mid-torso; chin and part of left ear visible.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high) - BackgroundEven, neutral light gray to white studio background with no visible props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and even color rendering across the sweater.
- Image cropRight side of sweater sleeve is cropped by the image edge and lower hem is outside the frame.
1 region
x 0.90 · y 0.48 · w 0.10 · h 0.36 (high)
Colors
light gray· light gray stripe#CBC4C3off-white· off-white stripe#CCC9CCmuted brown· brown stripe#837B7Cmuted mustard· mustard stripedark charcoal· dark charcoal stripe#332D34pale blue· soft blue stripe- NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow ribbed band in the same striped yarn, layered over a visible white crew-neck undershirt.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knitted sweater with uneven horizontal stripes and a soft, slightly fuzzy texture shown on a model from the waist up.
- View and fitBack-facing view of the sweater on a model, showing the full back panel and both sleeves; hem falls to just below the model's waist and the fit appears relaxed.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.05 · w 0.90 · h 0.70 (high) - Stripe patternUneven, irregular horizontal stripes running across the back and sleeves; stripe widths vary and edges of stripes are soft and slightly blurred.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.65 (high) - Knit textureLoosely knitted fabric with a soft, slightly fuzzy surface visible across the sweater, giving a haloed look to the stripes.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.16 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline visible at the top of the back panel with a narrow ribbed finish.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem and lower edgeStraight hem with the knit continuing to the edge; a white undershirt peeks out slightly beneath the hem.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve endsFull-length sleeves with simple finished cuffs matching the sweater body, showing the same stripe pattern continuity from shoulder to wrist.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.55 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.55 (high) - Shoulder seamVisible shoulder seam lines where the sleeve meets the back panel, aligned with the stripe pattern.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.14 (medium)
Other
Model and styling context with neutral studio background and visible lower-body clothing; even studio lighting with minor soft shadows.
- Model and poseMale model shown from the rear with head turned slightly to the right and left hand partially in a jean pocket.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible lower garmentLight blue denim jeans visible from the waist down, occupying the lower portion of the image and partially covered by the sweater hem.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.32 (high) - Background and lightingPlain, neutral light gray studio background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
Colors
light gray· light gray stripes#CDC9CCcream· off-white stripesmuted tan· tan/brown stripesmuted blue· muted blue stripesdark charcoal· dark charcoal stripes- View and fitBack-facing view of the sweater on a model, showing the full back panel and both sleeves; hem falls to just below the model's waist and the fit appears relaxed.
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Q&A
4 answered- How does this sweater fit? Is it true to size or does it run large/small?
- This sweater is designed with a regular fit according to the product description.
- What are the recommended care instructions for this sweater, especially given the mohair and alpaca blend?
- Care instructions are not provided in the listing. Given the mohair and alpaca blend, we recommend dry cleaning or hand washing in cold water with a gentle detergent and laying flat to dry, but please check the care label on the garment for the most accurate instructions.
- Is the mohair/alpaca blend likely to cause itching? Is it suitable for those with sensitive skin?
- We do not have specific information on itchiness for this sweater. Mohair and alpaca fibers can vary in softness; some people with sensitive skin may find them itchy, while others may not. We recommend trying the sweater on or consulting reviews for firsthand experiences.
- In real life, are the uneven stripes as prominent as shown in the product photos, or more subtle?
- The product description describes the stripes as 'printed irregular lines that create a sense of controlled chaos,' suggesting they are meant to be noticeable. Without seeing the sweater in person, we cannot confirm exactly how prominent they appear compared to photos, but the design is intended to be a key feature.