Acid-wash sweater product image (primary)
Back view of a crewneck sweater shown on a model who is pulling the neckline up; sweater has an acid-wash knit appearance with ribbed hem, cuffs, and a contrasting neckline and shoulder trim.

Kuwalla

Acid-Wash Sweater

CA$89.95CAD
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This is a crew-neck pullover sweater from Canadian label Kuwalla Tee, made from 100% cotton knit with a relaxed fit. It features an acid-wash speckled pattern, stretch ribbed edging at the collar, cuffs, and hem, and contrasting shoulder trim. Suitable for casual everyday wear as a lightweight layering piece.

Material
100% cotton knit
Style
casual, relaxed-fit
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Patterned Brown

Size

MEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE

Specifications

Relaxed-fit acid-wash sweater with crew neck and stretch ribbed edging, made from 100% cotton knit.

Crew neck, stretch ribbed edging, relaxed fit, acid-wash finish.

Material
100% cotton knit
Style
casual, relaxed-fit
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • crew neck
  • stretch ribbed edging
  • relaxed fit
  • acid-wash finish
  • 100% cotton knit

Product Insights

The Kuwalla Acid-Wash Sweater delivers a unique vintage patina that evolves with each wash, combining immediate softness from acid-wash treatment with a midweight 250-300GSM cotton jersey that prevents holes and maintains shape. Darker ribbed edging frames the silhouette and preserves contrast as the mottled pattern fades evenly, while ribbed cuffs, neckline, and hem resist sagging. The relaxed body tapers into an A-line without flare, though sizing down yields a slimmer fit that compromises the intended proportions. Care by cold washing and hang drying minimizes shrinkage and pilling, ensuring the sweater's structure and lived-in character over time.

Verified claims

Pattern
Each sweater has a unique acid-wash pattern with darker trim that ages into a vintage patina.
Construction
Midweight 250-300GSM cotton jersey with acid-wash softening for immediate softness.
Fade patina
Mottled pattern and ribbed trims preserve contrast for a unique, lived-in patina.
Fabric integrity
Acid-wash treatment softens cotton, while midweight knit prevents holes, for a durable yet pliable sweater.
Shape retention
Ribbed cuffs, neckline and hem resist sagging and maintain shape.
Contrast
Darker ribbed edging frames the silhouette and preserves contrast over time.
Design consistency
Acid-wash pattern varies per piece, but darker ribbed edging remains a consistent signature.
Sizing
Sizing down gives a slimmer fit but alters the relaxed proportions.
Shape maintenance
Cold washing and snap-back cuffs preserve the relaxed fit.
Care
Cold machine wash and hang dry minimize shrinkage and pilling.
Silhouette
Ribbed edging shapes the relaxed body into a tapered A-line with no flare.
Visual character
Acid-wash pattern fades evenly over time, preserving contrast with darker ribbed trim.
Handfeel
Softness is greater than standard pigment-dyed knits on first wear.
Fade evolution
Subsequent washes develop a richer vintage patina.
Weight structure
Midweight knit (250–300 GSM) provides structure without stiffness.

Product record

Title
Acid-Wash Sweater
Brand
Kuwalla
Price
125 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Acid-wash sweater product image (primary)
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Product

Back view of a crewneck sweater shown on a model who is pulling the neckline up; sweater has an acid-wash knit appearance with ribbed hem, cuffs, and a contrasting neckline and shoulder trim.

  • Visible viewRear side of the sweater is shown as the model lifts the neckline to cover the lower part of the face; most of the sweater back and upper sleeves are visible.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.03 · w 0.88 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Acid-wash knit textureDense knitted fabric with an overall mottled 'acid-wash' effect: irregular dark speckling across a lighter base color, visible across the back panel and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Ribbed hemHorizontal ribbed knit band at the bottom hem, slightly tighter than the body knit and sitting above the model's waist.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.55 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Ribbed cuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs visible at both wrists, matching the hem's knit style and slightly darker due to the acid-wash pattern.
    2 regionsx 0.07 · y 0.05 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.05 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Contrasting necklineFolded ribbed neckline in a lighter cream color that the model is pulling upward, forming a visible cuff at the top of the sweater.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Shoulder seam trimVisible darker trim line running along the shoulder seams and sleeve head area on both sides, creating a distinct border against the lighter knit.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)

Other

Studio shot with a plain light background; model wearing pants and belt, cropping includes torso and part of the face; soft even lighting with minimal shadow.

  • Model poseModel lifts the sweater neckline up toward the face with both hands, partially obscuring the lower face and showing the back of the sweater.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Visible pants and beltModel wears tan pleated trousers with a visible black leather belt and a blue elasticized waistband peeking above the pants.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray to white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal hard shadows.

Colors

light taupe with charcoal speckle· main knit#D2C4C5cream· neckline ribdark brown charcoal· shoulder trim#3B2B2C
Acid-wash sweater product image 2
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Product

Front view of a knitted crew-neck sweater worn by a model. The sweater has a mottled acid-wash knit with ribbed crew collar and ribbed cuffs; darker washed accents appear near the shoulders and upper chest.

  • Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve pullover sweater with a relaxed fit on the model, hem falling just above the model's hipline.
    1 regionx 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.50 (high)
  • NecklineCrew neck with a thick ribbed collar in a lighter cream color that contrasts with the body knit.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Knit textureVisible medium-gauge knit texture across the body and sleeves with an overall speckled, acid-wash appearance.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Shoulder accentsDarker, concentrated wash marks near the shoulder seams and upper chest on both sides, appearing as irregular maroon-brown patches.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Cuffs and hemRibbed sleeve cuffs and a ribbed hem in the same lighter tone as the collar, fitted around the wrists and lower torso.
    2 regionsx 0.16 · y 0.49 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.48 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Visible seamsNeckline seam and shoulder seam lines are visible against the wash pattern, highlighted by darker wash along the seam edges.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model against a plain light background; image is cropped mid-thigh. Soft, even lighting with minimal shadows. Model props (belt, pants, ring) visible and background is uniform.

  • Model and poseMale model shown from upper thighs to head, standing facing the camera with one hand in a pocket and the other relaxed; torso and sweater are the focus.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 0.98 (high)
  • Background and lightingEven, neutral light gray background with soft diffuse lighting producing minimal shadows and consistent color rendering.
  • Cropped framingImage is cropped near the model's mid-thigh; lower legs and feet are not visible.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Visible accessoriesModel wears a black belt, tan pants, and a silver ring on the right hand; these items are present as styling but are not part of the sweater.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.60 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Image qualitySharp focus on the sweater and model; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.

Colors

light beige mottled· main body knit#CDC2C2dark brown speckle· dark wash speckles#4A3D3Dcream· collar and rib trim#CCC1BEmaroon-brown accent· shoulder accent#432314
Acid-wash sweater product image 3
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Product

Rear view of a long-sleeve crewneck knit sweater with an overall light base color and darker acid-wash speckling concentrated toward shoulders and sleeves; visible ribbed hem, cuffs, and neckline; worn by a model.

  • View and fitImage shows the sweater from the back worn on a model; the back panel and both sleeves are visible down to the ribbed hem and cuffs, with a relaxed, straight fit.
    1 regionx 0.07 · y 0.06 · w 0.86 · h 0.86 (high)
  • Knit textureMedium-gauge knit texture visible across the body and sleeves with vertical knit lines apparent at full resolution.
    1 regionx 0.19 · y 0.18 · w 0.62 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Ribbed trimsRibbed neckline band, ribbed sleeve cuffs, and a ribbed hem band are visible and appear slightly tighter than the body knit.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.74 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Acid-wash pattern distributionDarker, mottled speckling concentrated along the upper back and outer sleeves, fading into a lighter base toward the center back and lower body.
    3 regionsx 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.42 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Shoulder seam detailVisible shoulder seam running from the neckline to the arm with slight topstitching contrast where the acid-wash is denser.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Back neck markSmall stitched or printed oval mark located centered at the upper back near the neckline; characters inside are not legible at this resolution.Partial
    1 regionx 0.49 · y 0.09 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium)
  • Sleeve length and shapeLong sleeves with slightly tapered fit into ribbed cuffs; outer sleeve faces show heavier speckling than inner sleeve faces.
    2 regionsx 0.05 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.64 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing a model against a plain light background; model stands with hands partially in pockets and head turned slightly to the left; soft, diffuse lighting with minimal shadows.

  • BackgroundUniform light gray to near-white seamless background with no visible props or text.
  • Model poseModel faces away from camera showing back of sweater while head is turned to the left and hands are in the front pockets of pants.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.90 (high)
  • Visible pants (not product)Knee-area of model's brown pants is visible below the sweater hem and should be considered a styling prop, not part of the sweater.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with faint soft shadowing under the arms and at the lower hem, minimal specular highlights.

Colors

light beige· main knit body#D4C9C5warm dark brown speckle· acid-wash speckling#635554

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/sweaters/crew-necks/acid-wash-sweater--10581-26109?colourId=0
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