PS Paul Smith
Striped Collar Merino Sweater
This is a men's crewneck sweater from the PS Paul Smith collection, made of fine 100% merino wool with a regular fit. It features a ribbed crew neckline, varied ribbed trims on the cuffs and hem, and a small embroidered PS logo accent at the front. This everyday garment is designed for casual wear, whether worn on its own or layered.
- Color
- Blue
- Material
- 100% Merino Wool
- Gender
- male
- Style
- casual, classic, minimalist
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Everyday blue sweater made from soft, breathable merino wool with meticulous details for subtle elegance. Can be worn solo or as a layer.
Fine 100% merino wool knit, regular fit, ribbed crew neck, varied ribbing trim, signature embroidery at front.
- Color
- Blue · blue
- Material
- 100% Merino Wool
- Style
- casual, classic, minimalist
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Fine 100% merino wool knit
- Regular fit
- Ribbed crew neck
- Trim with varied ribbing
- Accent signature embroidery at the front
- Striped collar
- Soft and breathable merino wool
- Meticulous detailing for subtle elegance
Product Insights
The PS Paul Smith Striped Collar Merino Sweater offers a restrained 40-colour Signature Stripe collar detail rooted in the brand's 1970s thread-winding experiments, on a regular-fit 100% merino wool sweater that naturally resists odors, wrinkles, and stains. Priced at $99.95 (68% off MSRP), it undercuts competitors like Banana Republic while matching Hugo Boss in construction quality. The true-to-size cut fits a 40–42 chest in size M but limits layering, so sizing up is advised for those over 6 feet. Merino's renewable, biodegradable fibers and pilling management support longevity, though care requires hand washing. The sweater pairs with stonewashed denim or a field jacket for an off-duty look.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Striped collar stems from Paul Smith's 1970s thread-winding experiments.
- Stripe
- Collar stripe is a restrained, logo-like detail made up of 40 colours arranged in bands of irregular width.
- Brand context
- PS Paul Smith is a diffusion line priced below mainline with quality similar to Hugo Boss.
- Sizing
- True to size; size M fits 40–42 chest; size up if over 6 feet.
- Layering
- Regular fit is close; layering a base layer is a squeeze.
- Value
- 68% off MSRP: $99.95 undercuts Banana Republic's $120 merino sweater.
- Positioning
- PS Paul Smith is the third and most casual tier, below mainline and London.
- Quality
- Knitwear quality is comparable to Hugo Boss for daily-wear construction.
- Care
- Hand wash cold with a gentle wool detergent or dry clean; machine washing is not recommended. Always lay flat to dry.
- Pilling
- Merino wool is naturally resistant to pilling compared with other wools, but some pilling can occur with friction; wash inside out, avoid rough fabrics, and use a fabric shaver or wool comb to manage it.
- Inherent properties
- Merino wool naturally resists odour, wrinkles, and water-based stains.
- Outfit pairing
- Pair with stonewashed denim, field jacket, or soft blazer for off-duty look.
- Fit
- Regular fit true to size; fine merino feels soft on bare skin; size up for layering.
- Fiber sustainability
- 100% merino wool: renewable, biodegradable, and microplastic-free.
- Product longevity
- Merino's odour resistance reduces laundering frequency, while wrinkle and pilling resistance help the sweater hold its shape and surface, extending its wearable life.
- Breathability and temperature regulation
- The 100% merino knit actively regulates temperature and breathes, trapping warm air when cold and releasing heat and moisture when warm so it stays comfortable from autumn through spring without overheating.
- Blue shade and stripe colours
- The sweater is described as 'everyday blue'; the shade appears to be a medium classic blue, and the collar stripes are likely a contrasting white or lighter hue, though screen calibration varies.
Product record
- Title
- Striped Collar Merino Sweater
- Brand
- PS Paul Smith
- Price
- 315 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve crewneck fine-knit sweater with ribbed crew neckline, ribbed cuffs and wide ribbed hem; small 'PS' logo embroidered at lower front hem.
- Overall silhouetteSweater shown on a model from chest to hips with a straight, slightly relaxed torso fit and long set-in sleeves that extend to the wrists.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.88 · h 0.72 (high) - NecklineLow crew neckline finished with a narrow rib knit band lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem and cuff treatmentWide horizontal ribbed hem at the waist and narrower ribbed cuffs at each wrist in the same knit yarn as the body.
3 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.60 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.46 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high) - Knit textureFine, smooth knit fabric with an even, lightweight appearance consistent across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high) - Front logo text“PS”
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.64 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (medium) - Side seams and shoulderVisible shoulder seam following the natural shoulder line; side seams not prominently visible due to styling and pose.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot of a model wearing the sweater against a neutral light gray background; hands and lower face visible; soft even lighting with mild shadowing.
- Shot compositionVertical studio crop showing model from just above the mouth to mid-thigh centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain light gray seamless background with no visible props.
- Model hands visibleBoth hands are visible at the lower edges of the frame, relaxed and partially cropped at the wrists and fingers.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.76 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting from the front with gentle shadows defining the sleeve and torso contours.
Colors
steel blue· body and ribbing#7686A9- Overall silhouetteSweater shown on a model from chest to hips with a straight, slightly relaxed torso fit and long set-in sleeves that extend to the wrists.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the lower body of a light blue knitted sweater showing knit texture, ribbed hem and cuff, and a small embroidered 'PS' near the hem on the left side of the garment.
- Knit textureFine, even stockinette knit visible across the sweater body and sleeve, producing a smooth flat face with tiny horizontal stitch loops.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.00 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.05 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high) - Ribbed hemWide horizontal ribbed hem band at the sweater bottom with vertical ribs about even in width and a slightly tighter knit than the body.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.52 · w 0.65 · h 0.18 (high) - Ribbed cuffLong ribbed cuff on the sleeve with the same vertical rib pattern as the hem and a snugger finish at the wrist area.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.45 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high) - Embroidered logo text“PS”
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.56 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Side seamVertical side seam runs up the sweater body just inside the sleeve seam and is visible as a subtle raised line.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.10 · w 0.02 · h 0.45 (medium)
Other
Image is a studio close-up showing the model wearing navy textured pants with a hand in a pocket; plain light gray background and soft studio lighting produce mild shadows and a neutral presentation.
- Visible pant and hand propLower torso shows dark navy textured pants and a model hand inserted in the right front pocket, partially visible at the hem of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.75 · h 0.34 (high) - Shot compositionTight crop focusing on lower sweater and sleeve; product fills most of the frame from the left to center with negative space on the right.
- Background and lightingSmooth light gray studio background with soft, even lighting that casts faint shadows under the sleeve and hem.
1 region
x 0.75 · y 0.00 · w 0.25 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
light blue· sweater body and sleeve#94A4C3dark green· embroidered PS- Knit textureFine, even stockinette knit visible across the sweater body and sleeve, producing a smooth flat face with tiny horizontal stitch loops.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve knitted crewneck sweater worn by a model, showing back body, sleeves, ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, and visible shoulder seam construction.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a straight-cut long-sleeve sweater fitted over the model's torso with sleeves extending to the wrists; hem rests at the top of the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.78 (high) - NecklineShallow crewneck with a narrow ribbed trim around the collar visible at the upper center back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.03 · w 0.30 · h 0.07 (high) - Shoulder seamDiagonal raglan-style seam visible from neck toward underarm on both sides, formed by a visible knit join rather than a separate stitched shoulder cap.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.56 · y 0.10 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (medium) - Ribbed trimsProminent ribbed knit at the hem and cuff edges; hem shows a wider rib band than the cuffs with visible vertical rib lines.
3 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit textureSmooth, fine gauge knit across the back panel and sleeves with a uniform surface and minimal visible patterning.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.18 · w 0.72 · h 0.56 (high) - Visible model anatomyLower neck, upper shoulders, and both hands partially visible; the sweater is worn by a model and the garment contours follow the model's back.
3 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.76 · w 0.14 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.76 · w 0.14 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from behind against a neutral light gray backdrop with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background with a subtle vignette toward the edges.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-view composition framed from upper neck to hips; image cropped above the elbows and below the hips to include the sweater hem.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting producing even illumination and faint shadowing beneath the hem and along the sides of the torso.
- Visible non-product itemPortion of dark textured trousers visible below the sweater hem; not part of the sweater product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.82 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
desaturated mid blue· main body and sleeves#7B8BABdarker mid blue (ribbed)· ribbed trims (collar, cuffs, hem)#6C7A94- Overall silhouetteBack view of a straight-cut long-sleeve sweater fitted over the model's torso with sleeves extending to the wrists; hem rests at the top of the model's hips.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- PS Paul Smith
Paul Smith & Manchester United - White Merino Wool Sweater
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4477442 | Striped Collar Merino Sweater - Small | CA$99.95CA$315.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4477443 | Striped Collar Merino Sweater - Medium | CA$99.95CA$315.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4477444 | Striped Collar Merino Sweater - Large | CA$99.95CA$315.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4477445 | Striped Collar Merino Sweater - X-Large | CA$99.95CA$315.00 | Out of Stock |