
Robert Barakett
Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater
Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater by Robert Barakett at Le 31 is a long-sleeve crewneck pullover in a fine-gauge 100% merino wool knit, intended for everyday cool-weather wear alone or as a layering piece. It has finely ribbed edging at the neck, cuffs and hem, with light gray trim visible at the collar and cuffs that creates the trompe-l'oeil layered look. The body is charcoal heather with darker charcoal ribbing.
- Material
- 100% merino wool
- Style
- classic, minimal, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Luxurious crew-neck sweater in pure merino wool with a trompe-l'oeil layered look and finely ribbed edging.
Trompe-l'oeil layered look, crew neck, finely ribbed edging, 100% merino wool knit.
- Material
- 100% merino wool
- Style
- classic, minimal, smart-casual
- Occasion
- everyday, work, business-casual, weekend
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- trompe-l'oeil layered visual effect
- crew neckline
- finely ribbed edging
- 100% merino wool knit
- luxurious merino wool fabrication
- knit sweater construction
- pullover silhouette
- Robert Barakett design at Le 31
Product Insights
Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater 100% merino wool knit Fitted at the shoulders with a slightly relaxed body Dry-clean only Trompe-l'oeil layered look adds polish without extra bulk Flat 198 CAD across all eight variants
Verified claims
- material
- 100% merino wool knit
- fit
- Fitted at the shoulders with a slightly relaxed body
- construction
- Crew neck with finely ribbed edges and set-in sleeves
- ribbing
- Fine ribbing helps collar, cuffs and hem hold shape
- care
- Dry-clean only
- durability
- No anti-pilling treatment disclosed; some pilling is normal for wool
- comfort
- Merino softness is likely, but sensitive wearers may still feel prickle
- thermoregulation
- Merino wool manages moisture and temperature
- odour
- Naturally odour resistant; airing can extend time between cleanings
- static
- Less static cling and lint attraction than synthetics
- wrinkles
- Wool resists wrinkles and recovers with hanging or steam
- stain
- Natural stain resistance from wool's outer cuticle
- elasticity
- Wool stretches and returns, supporting shape retention
- styling
- Trompe-l'oeil layered look adds polish without extra bulk
- styling
- Pairs well with high-waisted jeans, tailored trousers and wide-leg pants
- layering
- Works under a long wool coat with scarf and gloves in cold weather
- gender
- Men's style
Product record
- Title
- Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater
- Brand
- Robert Barakett
- Price
- 198 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
Everyday crewneck knitwear
A long-sleeve merino knit sweater with a shallow crew neckline, matching-knit sleeves, and narrow ribbed cuffs and hem band. Wear it as a classic crewneck pullover for everyday dressing in cooler weather.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater: Choose this if you want a fine-gauge crewneck pullover with a trompe-l'oeil layered look, made of 100% merino wool, which the retailer describes as a luxurious knit. It has ribbed neckline, cuffs, and hem with contrasting lighter gray trim at the inner collar and cuff edges, a classic straight silhouette with set-in sleeves, and comes in Charcoal or Taupe in sizes small through extra-large. As worn on the model it appears fitted across the chest and upper arms with slight pull lines at the torso where arms are crossed, so the fit may run close.[1,3,4] | Rourke Embossed Knit Johnny Collar Polo: Choose this if you want a short-sleeve knitted polo with a distinct texture: the Canadian Robert Barakett piece is 100% cotton in an embossed piqué knit with a raised dotted appearance, an open pointed Johnny collar over a short V-shaped placket, and contrasting ribbed cuffs, hem, and solid trim. It suits wearers who like striped detailing — horizontal bands run across the upper chest and back — and a relaxed, slightly fitted silhouette that sits untucked at the hip, with sizes from SMALL to XX-LARGE. Note that as shown on the model, the fabric shows slight bunching and wrinkle lines near the hem, which may reflect styling rather than the garment itself.[5,6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a dark charcoal long-sleeve crewneck pullover with fine knit texture, ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem, shown on a model with the left arm crossed over the torso.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve pullover with a classic straight torso and set-in sleeves, shown fitted at the shoulders and slightly relaxed through the body.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineCrewneck with a narrow ribbed band that sits close to the base of the neck.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.05 · w 0.22 · h 0.10 (high) - Cuffs and hemRibbed cuffs and a ribbed hem band; cuffs appear slightly gathered where the left forearm is bent.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.56 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high) - Knit textureFine-gauge knit with a subtle heathered or slightly marled appearance across the fabric.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - Sleeve pose detailLeft arm crossed over the torso with hand resting near the right forearm; right sleeve visible with slight horizontal fold lines at the elbow.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.36 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seam visible running from neckline toward the sleeve cap on both shoulders.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the sweater against a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting; model is cropped at mid-thigh and wearing light-colored pants and a thin bracelet on the left wrist.
- Model presenceMale model shown from head to mid-thigh; face is visible and centered above the sweater but not described further.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.00 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high) - Pose and croppingImage cropped at mid-thigh with the subject facing forward and arms crossed, left hand visible over the right forearm.
- Styling propThin metallic chain bracelet worn on the left wrist, visible where the arm crosses the torso.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft, diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows and even illumination across the garment.
- Supporting garment visibleLight beige pants are visible from the waist to mid-thigh below the sweater.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.74 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
charcoal gray· sweater body- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve pullover with a classic straight torso and set-in sleeves, shown fitted at the shoulders and slightly relaxed through the body.
- 02

Product
Front upper half of a long-sleeve fine-knit sweater worn on a model, showing a charcoal main body, ribbed crew neckline with a lighter inner trim, ribbed sleeve cuffs, and visible shoulder seam.
- Main fabricFine, tightly knit sweater fabric in a charcoal dark gray covering torso and sleeves; surface shows a uniform smooth knit texture.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.60 (high) - Neckline styleCrew neck with a ribbed knit band; inner edge of the neckline shows a contrasting lighter gray trim visible around the collar opening.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs with a slightly narrower rib than the neckline; inner cuff edges show the same lighter gray trim as the neckline on both visible cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.72 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.72 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Shoulder constructionVisible shoulder seam on the right side (model left) where sleeve meets body, following a standard set-in sleeve line.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (medium) - Fit appearanceSweater appears fitted across the chest and upper arms with slight horizontal fabric pull lines at the torso, visible where arms are crossed.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.46 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait showing a male model from upper chest to head against a light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model poseMale model shown from upper chest to head with arms crossed and head turned slightly to his left.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft, diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows on the model's left side and minimal specular highlights on skin and hair.
- Image cropImage is cropped at mid-forearm and above the top of the head; full hem and lower body are not visible.
Colors
charcoal gray· main bodylight gray· neck and cuff trim- Main fabricFine, tightly knit sweater fabric in a charcoal dark gray covering torso and sleeves; surface shows a uniform smooth knit texture.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve charcoal knit sweater with a crew neckline, ribbed hem and ribbed cuffs; knit texture is visible across the back panel and sleeves.
- Back panelFlat rear panel of the sweater with consistent fine knit texture and subtle heathering throughout.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - NecklineShallow crew neckline with a narrow ribbed trim visible at the top center of the back.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Shoulder constructionSlight seam lines at the shoulder area indicating set-in or slightly raglan-style join, following the slope of the shoulders.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.10 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (medium) - SleevesLong sleeves in matching knit with a smooth fit along the arms, ending in narrow ribbed cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.64 (high) - HemHorizontal ribbed hem band at the bottom edge of the sweater, slightly wider than the cuff ribbing.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.74 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Surface finishFine, smooth merino-like knit with subtle two-tone heathering giving a slightly mottled appearance.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high)
Other
Model rear view on a plain light background; lower portion of light beige pants visible; soft even studio lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing model occupying most of the frame with head near top edge and hands near lower corners.
- BackgroundSmooth light neutral backdrop, evenly lit with no visible props or patterns.
- Visible pantsUpper back of light beige pants visible below sweater hem, including back pocket stitching on both sides.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse studio lighting with gentle shadows primarily under the arms and along the side seams.
Colors
charcoal heather· main body#302F35dark charcoal· ribbed hem and cuffs#25242A- Back panelFlat rear panel of the sweater with consistent fine knit texture and subtle heathering throughout.
Variants
8 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4663651 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Charcoal - Small | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663652 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Charcoal - Medium | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663653 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Charcoal - Large | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663654 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Charcoal - X-Large | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663655 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Taupe - Small | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663656 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Taupe - Medium | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663657 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Taupe - Large | CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4663658 | Pure Merino Trompe-L'oeil Sweater - Taupe - X-Large | CA$198.00 | Yes |