
Kari Traa
Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater
The Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater is a loose-fit women's pullover made from high-pile, fleece-like knit fabric with an all-over horizontal jacquard pattern of diamond, zigzag, and small floral motifs in contrasting mauve, off-white, and beige tones. It has a rib-knit mock neck with a short center half-zip and braided rope pull, dropped shoulders, long sleeves with trimmed cuffs, slit side-seam pockets integrated into kangaroo-style pouch seams, and a slight high-low hem. Rated 5 out of 5 based on 4 reviews.
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Specifications
High-pile jacquard sweater with a half-zip mock neck and relaxed, pocketed silhouette
Rib-knit mock neck with zip closure, loose fit with drop shoulders, slit side-seam pockets, slight high-low hem
- Material
- 100% polyester
- Style
- casual, relaxed-fit, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Activewear
Additional Attributes
- rib-knit mock neck
- half-zip closure
- loose fit
- drop shoulders
- slit side-seam pockets
- slight high-low hem
- high-pile fabric
- jacquard knit design
Product Insights
Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater 100% polyester high-pile fleece, with 50%+ recycled synthetic content per brand Loose, drop-shoulder cut that runs true to size Wash cold/40°C gentle, close zip, no softener, no tumble dry, no iron 150 CAD with uniform pricing across all sizes and colours; 5-star rating from 4 reviews Warm, soft and roomy, but bulky and not positioned as a weatherproof shell
Verified claims
- category
- Women's activewear midlayer
- material
- 100% polyester high-pile fleece, with 50%+ recycled synthetic content per brand
- fabric
- Sherpa/teddy-like high-pile face with all-over jacquard bands
- fit
- Loose, drop-shoulder cut that runs true to size
- sizing
- XS-L sizing; published chart lists body measurements, not garment measurements
- length
- Slightly longer, hip-covering high-low hem
- collar
- Rib-knit mock neck with half-zip and zip garage
- pockets
- Open slit side-seam pockets, not zippered hand pockets
- pocket_construction
- In-seam pockets suit a loose fit but can drag or stretch if unsupported
- comfort
- Reviewers describe the high-pile fabric as ultra soft and cozy
- use_cases
- Best as a cozy midlayer, transitional outer layer or at-home layer
- layering
- Half-zip adds venting; not a substitute for an insulated jacket in deep cold
- care
- Wash cold/40°C gentle, close zip, no softener, no tumble dry, no iron
- durability
- High-pile polyester can pill or mat if exposed to heat and agitation
- value
- 150 CAD with uniform pricing across all sizes and colours; 5-star rating from 4 reviews
- sustainability
- Recycled synthetic content stated by brand; no bluesign/OEKO-TEX certification documented here
- tradeoffs
- Warm, soft and roomy, but bulky and not positioned as a weatherproof shell
- fit_motion
- Drop shoulder gives arm room; test reach and layer proportions
- hardware
- Contrast zipper tape and braided rope pull add crafted visual detail
Product record
- Title
- Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater
- Brand
- Kari Traa
- Price
- 150 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 4 reviews
Buying Guide
0 comparisons · 1 sourceUses
Layering over leggings for extra coverage
Wear this high-pile half-zip over leggings or stretch pants when you want a streamlined layering piece. Reviewers highlight the slightly longer cut, saying it covers the hips for a polished look.[1]
Cozy all-day layer for lounging at home
Reviewers report wearing this high-pile sweater all day at home, describing the fabric as ultra soft and comfortable. Its half-zip style makes it an easy grab-and-go layer for relaxed days indoors.[1]
Transitional-weather outdoor layer with venting and pockets
According to customer reviews, this high-pile half-zip sweater works as a go-to fleece for transitional-weather outdoor wear, with some reviewers saying they've relied on it for years. The half-zip neck lets you vent when activity heats up, and the pockets add everyday utility.[1]
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a high-pile fleece half-zip sweater with an all-over horizontal jacquard pattern, tall ribbed collar with a short center zipper, visible kangaroo-style pouch seams, and long sleeves with trimmed cuffs.
- Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting pullover silhouette visible from the front with dropped shoulders and a slightly rounded hem that extends below the hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.70 (high) - Fabric textureHigh-pile, teddy-like fleece surface across the entire sweater with a visibly soft, napped texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high) - Jacquard patternHorizontal bands of repeating geometric motifs including diamond shapes, zigzag bands, and small floral-like rows in alternating lighter and darker tones across the chest, sleeves, and lower body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Collar constructionTall, ribbed stand collar in a tighter knit than the body ending at the base of the chin with a center-front short zipper.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Zipper and pullShort center zipper with light-colored zipper tape and a patterned fabric loop or cord attached as the pull, visible when partially zipped to the collar top.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.11 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high) - Pocket seamsVertical seam lines suggesting a kangaroo-style pouch pocket with openings on either side of the center front; pocket mouth is integrated into the seam rather than a patch pocket.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.50 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high) - Cuffs and hem trimSleeve cuffs have a narrow light-colored trim visible at the wrist; hem appears finished with the same high-pile fleece edge without prominent ribbing.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.66 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.78 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio front-facing model shot on a neutral light gray to white gradient background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model presentationFemale model wearing the sweater, shown from head to upper thighs, centered in the frame facing forward.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingPlain neutral light background with soft studio lighting that produces gentle shadows and even illumination across the product.
- Visible hands and lower stylingModel's hands are visible at the lower edges of the frame and she is wearing dark fitted bottoms under the sweater.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.80 · w 0.84 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
warm beige· main body#CDB29Dmuted mauve-brown· pattern accents#846353off-white· pattern highlightslight beige· collar and zipper tape- Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting pullover silhouette visible from the front with dropped shoulders and a slightly rounded hem that extends below the hips.
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Product
Close-up of the sweater front showing high-pile fleece body with jacquard diamond bands, a ribbed stand collar, and a half-zip with a braided rope pull.
- Body material and textureHigh-pile, sherpa-like fleece fabric forming the sweater body with a nubby, raised texture visible across the chest and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.40 · w 0.90 · h 0.50 (high) - Jacquard pattern bandsHorizontal jacquard bands across the chest and upper sleeves composed of repeating diamond and small geometric motifs in lighter and darker shades against the base color.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.46 · w 0.84 · h 0.20 (high) - Stand collar constructionRibbed knit stand collar in a tighter, smoother knit than the body; collar folds outward slightly and is taller than the zip opening when partially unzipped.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.36 · h 0.14 (high) - Half-zip and zipper tapeVertical half-zip centered on the chest with an off-white zipper tape contrasting the body color; zipper slider visible near mid-chest.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.22 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (high) - Braided rope pullThick braided rope pull attached to the zipper slider showing an interwoven black and white pattern and knotted detail.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.33 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Shoulder seam and sleeve dropVisible shoulder seam with a relaxed sleeve set and slight drop from the shoulder line indicating a casual, roomy fit on the model.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.38 · w 0.96 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Studio close-up on a model from chest to head with diffuse frontal lighting and a plain light background; slight shadowing on the right side of the model.
- Shot compositionTightly framed studio portrait cropping the model just above mid-chest, centering the collar and upper torso.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model presentPhotographed on a model whose head and upper torso are visible; hair partially overlaps the collar and shoulder.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even frontal lighting with mild shadowing to the right side of the model and subtle specular highlights on the model's skin.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundPlain light gray or off-white studio background without visible props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
warm beige taupe· body base#CDB29Dcream· jacquard light motifmuted mauve· jacquard dark motif#8A655Bdarker taupe· ribbed collaroff-white· zipper tapeblack· braided rope - blackwhite· braided rope - white- Body material and textureHigh-pile, sherpa-like fleece fabric forming the sweater body with a nubby, raised texture visible across the chest and sleeves.
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Product
Rear three-quarter view of a high-pile jacquard sweater on a model showing full back, sleeves and ribbed mock neck; horizontal patterned bands of diamond and zigzag motifs in contrasting colors are visible across the body and sleeves.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve high-pile sweater seen from the back in a relaxed, slightly curved hem silhouette that falls below the hips on the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.72 (high) - Pile textureThick, fluffy high-pile (fleece-like) surface across the entire sweater giving a soft, napped appearance.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.54 · h 0.60 (high) - Jacquard patternHorizontal jacquard bands composed of small diamond motifs and zigzag rows repeating across the back and along the sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.68 · h 0.56 (high) - Sleeve constructionSet-in long sleeves with the same patterned pile fabric continuing from the shoulder to the wrist; sleeve hems sit near the model's wrists.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.52 (high) - Ribbed mock neckNarrow, vertically ribbed mock neck in a smoother knit, visually darker and more compact than the pile body.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.15 (high) - Hem shapeSlightly rounded hem with a longer back center; hem edge finished with the same high-pile material.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.62 · h 0.20 (high) - Pattern color contrastPatterned motifs appear in a darker muted purple/mauve and off-white set against a light beige/taupe background, creating visible contrast.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high)
Other
Studio photograph of a model wearing the sweater in a rear three-quarter pose against a neutral light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadow.
- Model pose and framingModel stands turned slightly to the left showing the sweater's back and left profile of the face and shoulder; image frames from head to mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.03 · w 0.84 · h 0.94 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral light background with soft studio lighting and minimal directional shadows; lighting highlights the texture of the pile.
- Visible prop: pantsModel wears solid dark-brown fitted pants visible from the hip downward; this item is a styling prop and not part of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear detail in fabric texture and pattern.
Colors
light beige taupe· main body backgroundmuted mauve· pattern motifsoff-white· pattern secondary accentdark taupe· ribbed mock neck- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve high-pile sweater seen from the back in a relaxed, slightly curved hem silhouette that falls below the hips on the model.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Kari Traa
Ruthie Midlayer Half Zip - PEACOCK
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4618648 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Taupe - X-Small | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618649 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Taupe - Small | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618650 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Taupe - Medium | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618651 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Taupe - Large | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618653 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Blue - X-Small | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618654 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Blue - Small | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618655 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Blue - Medium | CA$150.00 | Yes |
| 4618656 | Ruthie Jacquard High-Pile Half-Zip Sweater - Blue - Large | CA$150.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
4 total4 reviews · out of 5
Magnifique pull sport
belles couleurs et beau look un peu plus long pour porter avec un pantalon extensible !
Great fleece, love the colors.
Great fleece, love the colors.
In love
It was a little more that I initially wanted to spend but I love it so much, I think it’s worth it! The medium fit like a dream. The zippered neck & pockets add to its quality. I think this will be my go-to fleece for years to come! So cute & pink also
Superbe polar !
Je l’adore ultra doux et confortable !