Scotch & Soda
Mosaic Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
CA$228.00CAD
In Stock
Long-sleeve knit cardigan with a polo collar and button-front placket, featuring an openwork mosaic knit constructed from textured patchwork panels. Made from 100% cotton with ribbed hem and cuffs, the relaxed fit includes dropped shoulder seams and ends at the upper hip. Suitable as a lightweight layering piece or standalone top, from Scotch & Soda at Le 31.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Color
Off White
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Textured knit cardigan with patchwork mosaic design, polo collar, and button front.
Patchwork mosaic knit pattern, polo collar, ribbed edging, button closure.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- casual, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear
Additional Attributes
- textured knit patchwork mosaic pattern
- polo collar
- button front closure
- ribbed edging
- 100% cotton
- cardigan silhouette
- knit fabric
- designer collaboration
Product Insights
This cardigan uses a slip-stitch double row density to achieve a jacket-like fabric with dimensional patchwork texture, embodying Scotch & Soda's mix of classic and contemporary free-spirited design. Off-white neutral pairs with chinos or dark denim for a statement, while the dense mosaic knit creates a sharper, less drapey silhouette that reduces the need for accessories. It fits true to size with a relaxed layering silhouette meant to be worn open over a tee or tank top in spring and summer. The main tradeoff: ribbing resists stretch but the cotton can shrink 3-5% with hot washing, so cold washing and flat drying are essential to preserve the patchwork alignment.
Verified claims
- Fabric density
- Slip-stitch doubles row density for a jacket-like fabric ideal for layered wear.
- Texture patchwork
- Mosaic technique combines stitch patterns into a dimensional patchwork texture.
- Design philosophy
- Mosaic knit pattern reflects Scotch & Soda's mix of classic and contemporary design.
- Color pairing
- Off-white pairs with smart-casual chinos and dark denim.
- Layering
- Designed to be worn open over a tee or tank top in spring and summer.
- Knit texture
- Mosaic knit textures add depth and structure, reducing need for accessories.
- Fit
- Regular, true-to-size relaxed fit for comfortable layering.
- Brand positioning
- Brand positions this cardigan as a mix of classic and contemporary design.
- Silhouette
- Dense mosaic knit gives it a sharper, less drapey silhouette, like a refined jacket.
- Shape retention
- Ribbing resists stretch; cotton shrinks 3-5% on hot wash.
- Care
- Cold washing and flat drying prevents 3-5% shrinkage and keeps the patchwork aligned.
- Design ethos
- Mosaic knit deliberately embodies Scotch & Soda's free-spirited, archival-inspired ethos.
- Styling
- Off-white neutral pairs with chinos/denim; textured knit creates a statement.
- Brand identity
- Mixes classic and contemporary; reflects curated Amsterdam free spirit
Product record
- Title
- Mosaic Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan
- Brand
- Scotch & Soda
- Price
- 228 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The mosaic knit construction and how it feels
- The mosaic construction relies on slipped stitches that effectively double the row count per inch versus plain stockinette, producing a noticeably dense, structured knit that gives the cardigan more body and a sharper, less drapey silhouette—it reads as a refined lightweight jacket rather than a slouchy sweater.
- Mosaic knitting's slip-stitch logic can combine garter, stockinette, ribbing, and other stitch patterns within the same fabric without color changes, creating the patchwork of textures called out in the product description; each panel of the cardigan offers a distinct tactile surface, so the solid off-white cotton reads as dimensional and varied rather than flat.
How the 100% cotton holds up over time
- To keep the mosaic pattern’s alignment crisp and prevent lengthwise growth, laying the cardigan flat to dry is critical — wet cotton fibers soften and stretch under their own weight, and flat drying avoids the sagging that can pull the patchwork panels out of square.
- The cardigan’s ribbed edging — at the polo collar, cuffs, and hem — uses a double-loop knit structure that resists lateral stretching better than plain jersey; although 100% cotton lacks the snap of a spandex blend, the rib construction balances tension across both faces of the fabric, helping the neckline and hem hold their shape and avoid a blown-out look over repeated wears.
Styling the polo-collar cardigan hybrid
- The mosaic knit pattern on this Scotch & Soda cardigan puts the editorial advice that texture 'adds depth and visual interest to an otherwise minimal outfit' directly into the garment’s fabric, making it a statement piece that can anchor a simple jeans-and-sneakers look without needing extra accessories.
- The off-white colorway of this cardigan acts as a neutral anchor that pairs with the full palette of smart-casual chinos recommended by Lookastic — navy, khaki, olive, grey, beige — and also with dark denim for a weekend look, giving it a high outfit-per-wear ratio across casual and smart-casual dress codes.
- The Scotch & Soda Mosaic Knit Polo-Collar Cardigan belongs to the category that style guide Real Men Real Style identifies as the 'button-down cardigan' version of the sweater polo — a full-button-front configuration explicitly recommended for open layering over a tee or tank top during spring and summer, making it a purpose-built transitional piece rather than a standard pullover knit.
Scotch & Soda's design approach and quality
- Chief Product Officer Eran Kaïm has articulated a design culture where interpretation is left to the team — 'they know we need a bomber jacket, but the interpretation…is entirely up to them' — which explains why a basic cardigan silhouette became a mosaic knit: the studio was empowered to turn a staple into a statement piece.
- The brand’s entire identity orbits around 'the free spirit of Amsterdam' and a relentless championing of individuality and self-expression, so the decision to put a mosaic knit on a polo-collar cardigan — rather than a safe solid — is a deliberate act of design optimism that rewards the wearer with conversation-starting texture.
- Designers in the Amsterdam atelier look to the brand’s archive for inspiration, as one creator noted: 'Lack of inspiration doesn’t last long here at Scotch. You only have to browse our archive, and ideas come quickly' — suggesting that the mosaic pattern may be a modern reinterpretation of a past Scotch & Soda texture rather than an unfamiliar experiment.
- Since the brand’s 2023 restructuring, average retail prices have dropped by 30% and the range has been streamlined to ensure 'each product has a distinct role and receives adequate attention' — so this cardigan is part of a curated line-up where every piece is meant to earn its place as a timeless essential rather than a trend-chasing one-off.
- Scotch & Soda’s design ethos explicitly 'dares to mix classic and contemporary, colour and print, and texture on texture' — meaning this cardigan’s blend of a traditional polo collar with a textural mosaic knit is a direct execution of the brand’s core aesthetic, not a random pattern choice.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve knitted polo-collar button-up cardigan in a cream/off-white openwork mosaic pattern with contrasting dark round buttons and ribbed hem and cuffs; worn by a model so only the visible front and sleeves are described.
- Overall silhouetteFront-facing long-sleeve cardigan with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso and dropped shoulder seams visible, ending at the upper hip over the trousers.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high) - CollarFolded polo-style collar in the same knit as the body, lying flat with a visible collar point on each side of the neck opening.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.10 (high) - Button placket and buttonsCenter front button placket with a vertical row of six large round dark buttons; placket appears knitted and matches the garment color.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Knit patternOpenwork mosaic knit composed of varied geometric eyelet and textured stitch panels arranged as patchwork across the front and sleeves, creating semi-sheer areas and solid-knit areas.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high) - Cuffs and hemRibbed sleeve cuffs and lower hem in the same cream yarn; cuffs show a subtle narrow contrasting blue stitch along the edge of the right cuff.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.45 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible seams and constructionSide seams and sleeve seams are minimal and not prominently topstitched; knit panels create visible joins between different stitch patterns.
- Occlusion and fit on modelLower left front hem is partially tucked into the waistband of the trousers by the model's right hand, causing a slight asymmetry in the hem line.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.40 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot showing a full-body model against a plain light background with a hard shadow; even frontal lighting from camera-left; visible floor and shadow to model's right.
- Model and poseMale model standing full-length, facing forward with left hand resting on hip and right hand hanging by side, wearing the cardigan over trousers and shoes.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and shadowPlain off-white studio background with a distinct soft-edged shadow cast to the model's right and downwards, indicating a strong directional light source from camera-left.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.80 (high) - Floor surfaceSmooth light-gray concrete floor visible at the bottom of the frame with the model standing on it.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.88 · w 1.00 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsEven frontal lighting producing clear highlights on the model's face and slight specular highlights on the shoes; minimal color cast on the cardigan.
Colors
cream· cardigan bodydark charcoal· buttons#231B14royal blue trim· cuff trim#46536Adark denim blue· visible trousers#3D4A63beige· shoes#D3BBA4- Overall silhouetteFront-facing long-sleeve cardigan with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso and dropped shoulder seams visible, ending at the upper hip over the trousers.
- 02
Product
Upper-body view of a cream/off-white openwork knit polo-collar cardigan with a button-front placket, visible black buttons, patterned knit panels, and a blue-stitched cuff detail on the left sleeve.
- Overall silhouetteVisible upper-front of a long-sleeve cardigan with a folded polo-style collar and a vertical central button placket; garment sits open at the top showing the model's chest.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.88 · h 0.70 (medium) - Knit patternMultiple decorative openwork and textured knit panels: a dense eyelet square panel at upper chest, diamond-like openwork on the sleeve and lower front, and vertical rib/cord detail beside the placket.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.26 · w 0.58 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.40 · h 0.44 (high) - Collar constructionFolded polo-style collar made from the same knit as the body with a slightly denser stitch than the openwork panels.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Button placketVertical knit placket with evenly spaced round dark buttons sewn through the front; buttonholes visible on the placket edge.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.34 · w 0.24 · h 0.52 (high) - ButtonsFour visible round dark buttons with a smooth finish contrasting the light knit.
4 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.38 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.50 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.62 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.74 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Cuff detailLeft sleeve cuff finished with a narrow rib and a visible decorative blue whipstitch or contrast stitch along the edge.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.62 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceSoft knit texture with visible stitch definition and small perforations where openwork occurs; fabric appears lightweight.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (medium) - Left hand interactionModel's left hand placed against the chest, partially obscuring the placket and some knit detail on the left front.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model head and upper torso against a light background with a soft shadow to the right; even frontal lighting highlights knit texture; image is cropped at mid-torso and includes part of the model's hands.
- Model framingTight crop including model head, neck, shoulders and upper torso; garment occupies the central and lower portions of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and shadowNeutral light background with a distinct soft shadow cast to the right of the model, suggesting directional studio lighting from the left.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting qualityEven frontal lighting with mild specular highlights on the model's skin and subtle shadowing on textured knit, providing clear detail visibility.
- Crop limitationLower body and full sleeves are cropped out of frame; left hand partially covers product details.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high)
Colors
cream / off-white· main bodydark charcoal· buttons#1B140Bbright cobalt blue· left cuff trim- Overall silhouetteVisible upper-front of a long-sleeve cardigan with a folded polo-style collar and a vertical central button placket; garment sits open at the top showing the model's chest.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a long-sleeve, openwork knit cardigan in an off-white/cream color worn by a model; visible textured knit panels and a ribbed hem and cuffs with a small blue stitch accent at the left sleeve cuff.
- Silhouette and viewCardigan shown from the back and slightly turned toward the camera (rear three-quarter view) with shoulders, back panel, full sleeve length, and ribbed hem visible.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.54 · h 0.80 (high) - Overall material and finishOpenwork knit fabric with a mix of textured stitch patterns including eyelet holes, cable-like ribs, and patchwork-like rectangular knit panels; fabric appears soft and matte.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.45 · h 0.70 (high) - Panel patterningDistinct rectangular and diamond openwork panels arranged in a patchwork manner across the back and sleeves; some panels have diagonal eyelet rows while others show denser cable or seed-like stitches.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high) - CollarShort polo-style knit collar visible at the nape, matching the cardigan color and knit texture.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.05 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium) - Ribbed hemHorizontally ribbed bottom hem in the same cream color, providing a visible finish at the waistline.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.15 (high) - Cuff detailRibbed sleeve cuff in cream with a narrow blue stitched trim around the edge visible at the left wrist.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.86 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Fit on modelRelatively relaxed, slightly loose fit with the sleeve naturally extending to the wrist and slight drape at the back hem.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.72 (medium)
Other
Studio shot showing a standing model against a plain light background with a sharp shadow to the right; visible lower torso in denim trousers and the model's head turned toward the camera.
- Background and shadowPlain light (off-white) seamless background with a distinct soft-edged shadow cast to the right of the model.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 1.00 (high) - Model presenceMale model shown from head to hips wearing the cardigan and blue denim trousers; head turned to look at the camera over his shoulder.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.98 (high) - LightingEven, high-key studio lighting producing soft shadows and clear detail in knit texture.
- Visible garment not productBlue denim trousers are visible below the cardigan but are not part of the analyzed product.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.86 · w 0.45 · h 0.14 (high)
Colors
cream· main body#CBC5C2medium blue· left sleeve cuff trim- Silhouette and viewCardigan shown from the back and slightly turned toward the camera (rear three-quarter view) with shoulders, back panel, full sleeve length, and ribbed hem visible.
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Q&A
2 answered- How does the fit compare to typical Scotch & Soda sizing – is it relaxed or slim through the body and sleeves?
- Scotch & Soda cardigans typically have a regular, relaxed fit. Based on the brand's general sizing, this piece should fit true to size through the body and sleeves, not especially slim or oversized.
- Is the cotton pre-shrunk, or should I expect significant shrinkage after washing?
- The product is 100% cotton and the listing does not specify pre-shrunk. Expect 3–5% shrinkage in the first few washes if washed in hot water or dried on high heat; to minimize shrinkage, wash cold and air dry [1].