It’s time for another quick and honest review! This time we’ll be looking at The Oversized Alpaca Crew from Everlane, which is both a personal and a reader favourite.
I think is very hard to beat for the quality, comfort and versatility it offers.
So do read on if you’re in the market for a crewneck sweater that’s:
- Lightweight but still very toasty
- Super soft
- Perfectly oversized in fit
- Offered in a lovely range of colours
- & Easy to maintain
Even if you’re not shopping right now or this particular piece isn’t for you, I hope the insights in this review may prove useful for future consideration.
OVERSIZED ALPACA CREW gifted (True to size for an oversized fit, wearing my usual size.) | PERFECT LEATHER BELT (Runs large, I sized down) | JANE STRAIGHT LEG PANT – sold out。| LOW 1 WHITE SNEAKER (True to size)
QUICK FACTS
ABOUT THE OVERSIZED ALPACA CREW
8 SIZES: XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL
FIT: Oversized, as the name would indicate. I wear a Small and it is relaxed and roomy (my preference for layering over a base tee) but since the knit is so lightweight it doesn’t feel bulky or heavy and layers into all my winter coats with ease. If you want a more traditional fit then I would consider a size down.
COLOURS: There are currently 10 colour ways offered. I’m wearing the Almond colour, which is a very soft, slightly warm grey. It’s the perfect light neutral as it goes with warm and cool tones and never shows any pet fur or lint. I just ordered Spruce and Warm Taupe.
MADE OF: 58% Alpaca, 34% Nylon, 8% Wool
ITCH LEVEL: Next to none. I have relatively sensitive skin and could easily wear this without a base layer underneath, however, I cannot guarantee this for everyone. It has as soft a hand feel as cashmere but it’s more gauzy and open. I have no problem with the texture around my neck, which is not always the case, even with some cashmere.
CARE: Dry Clean. I take mine in for a dry clean once a year but find that wearing a base layer underneath and spot cleaning is all that’s needed for the rest of the time. I also know folks who say they wash it with cold water on delicate and dry flat but I haven’t tried that personally.
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DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
IT DOESN’T PILL
While there may be one or two pills in high friction spots, I’ve never felt the need to use a sweater comb on this knit (which I do on every other one). I find knits with a high alpaca content are much less prone to pilling than cashmere and this makes it extra easy to care for.
LIGHT AS AIR BUT STILL TOASTY
Lighter than many of the wool and cashmere sweaters in my closet and slightly less warm too. I think this is what makes it such a staple because it adapts to a wide range of climates.
It’s perfect for travel for that reason.
ELEGANT SHAPE & TEXTURE
I love shape of the subtle balloon sleeves, thick crew neckline and the unique rib texture throughout. It gives the sweater an elevated feel and a touch of interest.
INFINITELY EASY TO STYLE
Thanks to it’s airy weight this sweater is such a breeze to style. It tucks and layers without bulk and drapes beautifully.
I also like that the wrists are fitted so the sleeves actually stay up!
I’VE LOST COUNT OF HOW MANY WAYS I’VE WORN THE ALPACA CREW BUT HERE ARE 5!
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OVERSIZED ALPACA CREW(True to size for an oversized fit, wearing my usual size.) | PERFECT LEATHER BELT (Runs large, I sized down) | JANE STRAIGHT LEG PANT (fit is true to size but they will stretch out) – low stock. | LOW 1 WHITE SNEAKER (True to size)
