Issey Miyake
Flat Seams Fine-Knit Turtleneck Top
This Issey Miyake top is a women's fine-knit turtleneck with cap sleeves and flat seams, made in Japan. It is crafted from a stretch knit blend of 60% nylon, 36% cotton, and 4% polyurethane, providing a close, form-fitting silhouette. The design features a high turtleneck collar and a straight, rough-cut hem, offering a minimalist look suitable for everyday wear.
- Color
- off-white
- Material
- cotton-nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- minimal, experimental, heritage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A minimalist fine-knit turtleneck top from Issey Miyake featuring flat seams and a rough-cut hem for understated elegance.
Stretch knit construction, flat seams for maximum comfort, rough-cut hem, turtleneck, cap sleeves.
- Color
- off-white · white
- Material
- cotton-nylon blend
- Secondary
- nylon
- Style
- minimal, experimental, heritage
- Occasion
- everyday, work, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- stretch knit cotton-nylon blend
- turtleneck collar
- cap sleeves
- flat seams for chafe-free comfort
- rough-cut hem detail
- made in Japan
- fine mesh fabric
- minimalist silhouette
Product Insights
Issey Miyake's Flat Seams Fine-Knit Turtleneck Top combines flat seams and a rough-cut hem for a weightless, irritation-free second-skin feel that prevents layering bumps. The 60/36/4 nylon/cotton/polyurethane blend feels smooth and soft with gentle stretch, retaining shape and conforming to the body. Reflecting Issey Miyake's controlled imperfection and minimalist engineering (distinct from a Steve Jobs mock neck), the off-white design pairs with blazers for a pure, camera-ready silhouette. Japanese quality control ensures durability, but the knit may pill with friction, requiring gentle washing to maintain handfeel.
Verified claims
- Comfort
- Flat seams and a rough-cut hem create a weightless feel that prevents irritation and layering bumps.
- Heritage
- This is a turtleneck top with cap sleeves, not the retired Steve Jobs mock neck.
- Seams
- Flat seams and rough-cut hem create a weightless, irritation-free second-skin feel.
- Quality control
- Each piece is exhaustively inspected in Japanese factories, where defect rates are far below global norms.
- Handfeel
- 60/36/4 nylon/cotton/polyurethane blend feels smooth and soft with gentle stretch.
- Fabric
- Stretch knit recovers shape and conforms to body, preventing sagging.
- Hem
- Flat seams and rough-cut hem lie flat with no ridges or bulk.
- Pilling
- Flat seams and fine-knit construction help reduce pilling from friction; gentle washing helps minimize pilling further.
- Fit durability
- Fabric retains shape and stretch recovery over repeated wear.
- Brand philosophy
- Rough-cut hem reflects Issey Miyake's controlled imperfection.
- Layering performance
- Flat seams create no visible lines under tailored jackets.
- Durability and care
- Japanese construction supports durability through repeated wear, though the fine knit may pill with friction.
- Versatility
- The off-white minimalist design layers cleanly under tailored jackets and close-fitting tops for versatile styling.
- Seam shadowing
- Flat seams keep the off-white silhouette pure and camera-ready.
- Sizing
- The stretch knit is likely true to size; the retailer recommends consulting the size chart for the best fit.
- Country of origin
- This turtleneck is manufactured in Japan.
Product record
- Title
- Flat Seams Fine-Knit Turtleneck Top
- Brand
- Issey Miyake
- Price
- 415 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 7 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Flat Seams Fine-Knit Turtleneck Top: Choose this if you want a minimalist, fine-knit turtleneck in Off White with a sleek, close-fitting silhouette — it's a stretch cotton-nylon blend (60% nylon, 36% cotton, 4% polyurethane) with flat, almost imperceptible seams designed for maximum comfort, a snug high turtleneck, and a straight hem made in Japan. The cap sleeves are very short, ending just over the shoulder and leaving most of the upper arm exposed, so it suits outfits where that coverage is welcome. The flat-seam comfort is a stated design purpose rather than a reported wearer experience.[1,2,3] | Concealed Knit Asymmetrical Sheer Top: Choose this if you want a sculptural, sheer knit with an asymmetrical draped panel, short asymmetric sleeves, and a boat neck, made in Japan from a fine stretch knit of 75% lyocell and 25% nylon that drapes fluidly over the body. Note that the fabric is semi-transparent, showing an underlayer beneath, so it suits layering over a base piece, and it requires hand washing cold or dry cleaning and laying flat to dry. The listed variant is size 2 in Indigo/Dark Blue.[4,5,6,7] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Fine-knit short-sleeve turtleneck top in a light ivory color shown on a model; fitted torso with slight drape and flat, minimally visible shoulder seams.
- Turtleneck collarHigh, fitted turtleneck that is folded once and sits snugly around the neck, made from the same fine-knit fabric as the body.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve styleVery short cap sleeves with a narrow hem that end just over the top of the shoulder, leaving most of the upper arm exposed.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.17 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Body fit and drapeClose-fitting through the chest and waist with subtle horizontal stretch lines and a slight inward tuck at the waist creating gentle fabric folds on the side.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Flat seamsVery low-profile shoulder seam visible as a faint stitched line running from neck toward sleeve on the left shoulder; seam is subtle and lies nearly flush with fabric.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (medium) - Fabric textureFine, smooth knit with a matte finish and no visible pattern or ribbing at this scale.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (high) - HemStraight hem at the hips with a narrow finish visible where the top meets the skirt, lying flat against the body.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.66 · w 0.46 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to model torso and neck against a uniform white background with soft, even lighting; visible supporting skirt and model pose with one hand on hip and one hand lowered.
- Shot compositionCropped vertical studio shot showing model from just below the nose to hips, centered on the upper body.
- Background and lightingEven white background with soft diffuse lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and gentle shading along body contours.
- Model poseModel stands with left hand on hip and right hand resting near upper thigh, creating slight torso twist and natural fabric folds at the side.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Additional visible garmentTextured black skirt or lower garment visible at the bottom edge of the frame with vertical pleated-like texture.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.76 · w 0.84 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
ivory· main body and collar- Turtleneck collarHigh, fitted turtleneck that is folded once and sits snugly around the neck, made from the same fine-knit fabric as the body.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a fitted, fine-knit short-sleeve turtleneck top in a light cream color showing flat seams, a slightly ruffled mock turtleneck, and a straight hem.
- Overall silhouetteFitted torso with slight taper at the waist visible from the rear, extending to a straight hem that rests at the top of the hip.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.08 · w 0.68 · h 0.62 (high) - NecklineHigh turtleneck with a subtle ruffle or soft roll at the top edge, visible at the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve styleShort cap sleeves that end just over the shoulder with a smooth, narrow sleeve opening.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.12 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Seam detailVisible flat shoulder seam running from neckline toward the sleeve on the right shoulder; seams appear narrow and unobtrusive.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.08 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (medium) - Fabric textureFine-knit texture with a smooth, uniform surface and slight vertical grain visible on the back panel.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.12 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high) - HemlineStraight finished hem with no visible band or ribbing, lying flat against the hip.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.60 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Logo or printNo visible logos, prints, or embellishments on the visible rear panel of the top.
Other
Studio shot of a model photographed from behind against a plain light background; model wears a dark textured skirt and clasps hands behind the back.
- Model poseModel is shown from the rear with hands clasped low behind the back, wrists crossing at the center lower frame.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high) - Visible secondary garmentDark textured skirt or lower garment with a small-scale repeating raised pattern visible at the bottom of the frame.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingEven, diffuse studio lighting on a very light neutral background producing soft shadows and even color across the garment.
- Cropping and framingImage is cropped above the model's head and at mid-thigh, focusing on the back of the top and the hands.
Colors
light cream· body and sleeves- Overall silhouetteFitted torso with slight taper at the waist visible from the rear, extending to a straight hem that rests at the top of the hip.
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/CoutureRepsReddit users discuss the iconic Issey Miyake mock neck (Steve Jobs turtleneck), praising its comfort and minimalist design, but note difficulty in finding authentic or replica versions.
Overall positive sentiment towards the product, with users expressing admiration for its comfort, fit, and iconic status.
Themes
Use Cases
- Everyday minimalist wear / versatile black mock neck
Watch Out For
Source Threads
Description of the Issey Miyake semi-dull black mock neck
It was a blend of 60% polyester and 40% cotton, apparently incredibly comfortable and fit just about any body shape. I could go on about it but basically it was retired in 2011 but came back between 2017-2018 for a short time.
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