
Polo Ralph Lauren
Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater
This Polo Ralph Lauren sweater features a twisted cable-knit pattern, a zipped high neck, and an embroidered rider logo. Made from soft 100% cotton with ribbed edging, it is designed for casual and smart-casual wear. The zipped collar construction provides a structured neckline that resists stretching, as highlighted in customer feedback.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
Polo Ralph Lauren twisted-cable sweater with zipped high neck and embroidered rider logo.
Zipped high neck, ribbed edging, soft 100% cotton knit.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Twisted-cable knit pattern
- Zipped high neck
- Embroidered rider logo
- Ribbed edging
- Soft 100% cotton knit
Product Insights
This sweater combines a classic Aran Islands cable knit heritage (introduced by RL in 1973) with a chunky twisted-cable texture, offering a lighter cotton construction that is less insulating than wool or cashmere. A reinforced zipped collar prevents neckline stretching, but it runs large so sizing down is recommended. Authenticity is ensured by a raised embroidered rider logo and Digimarc QR code, while care requires gentle washing to avoid shrinkage.
Verified claims
- Texture
- Twisted cable stitch creates a chunky, sculptural hand with high relief.
- Heritage
- Cable knit design originates from Aran Islands; RL introduced it in 1973.
- Material tradeoff
- 100% cotton is lighter and less insulating than wool or cashmere cable knits.
- Authentication
- Raised embroidered logo and Digimarc QR code verify authenticity.
- Collar
- Reinforced zipped collar resists neckline stretching.
- Fit
- Runs large; size down for a regular fit.
- Care
- Machine washing above 30°C or tumble drying may shrink the sweater.
- Logo
- Rider logo is on the flat knit and has raised, three-dimensional embroidery.
- Tags and labels
- Authentic sweaters have a Digimarc QR code on the care label that scans to q-rl.us.
- Authenticity
- Authentic sweaters feature a 3D embroidered rider logo on flat knit, Digimarc QR code to q-rl.us, and structured care tags.
- Collar style / closure
- The sweater has a quarter-zip high neck that can be worn fully zipped as a clean structured high neck or partially unzipped for a more open, relaxed collar.
- Softness / fabric feel
- The 100% cotton cable knit has a soft hand and classic aesthetic.
- Warmth / insulation
- Because this sweater is 100% cotton, it avoids the itch of wool; however, it is lighter and less insulating than wool or cashmere blends, so it is best for fall and winter layering rather than heavy standalone insulation.
Product record
- Title
- Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 198 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Layer over a button-down for a business-ready look
This dark cable-knit half-zip can be worn over a crisp, ironed button-down shirt when you want a polished, business-style outfit. In the product photos, the sweater is styled over a white shirt with the collar visible at the neckline; the source styling guide notes the collar should stand up neatly rather than sit flattened under the sweater's stand collar.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater: Choose this if you want a soft 100% cotton cable-knit with a zipped stand collar you can wear open over a button-down shirt for a polished look. Its thick twisted cable pattern, ribbed hem and cuffs, and small embroidered rider logo on the chest suit classic Polo Ralph Lauren styling in black or navy/midnight blue. Note that it is only listed in large and extra-large sizes.[1,2,3] | Honeycomb-Stitch Zip-Neck Sweater: Choose this if you want a 100% cotton zip-neck sweater with an embossed honeycomb knit, zipped mock neck, and ribbed trims for everyday casual wear; reviewers, as reported in the analysis, praise the fabric's substantial, soft feel and ease of care, and its quality and presentation make it a reliable gift. Note that one tall reviewer found the length runs short on a 6 feet 5 inches frame, so buyers over 6 feet may need to size up or skip it.[4] | Embroidered Rider Twisted-Cable Sweater: Choose this if you want a very comfortable 100% cotton crew neck with a vertical twisted cable knit across the front and sleeves, finished with ribbed cuffs, hem, and collar. It suits shoppers drawn to Polo Ralph Lauren's embroidered rider logo on the chest and a softer lilac colorway, listed in medium, large, and extra-large sizes in the Lilacs color only.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
Front view of a dark cable-knit half-zip sweater with visible ribbed stand collar, metal zipper and a small contrasting embroidered logo on the left chest; sweater worn over a white button-down shirt so the shirt collar is visible at the neckline.
- Cable knit textureThick vertical twisted cable-knit pattern covering the sweater front and sleeves, forming raised rounded ropes separated by narrower knit channels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Collar and zipperShort ribbed stand collar with a centered metal half-zipper; zipper teeth and rectangular metal pull visible, zipper left partially open revealing underlying shirt.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Ribbed hem and cuffsThick ribbed knit visible at the sweater hem and sleeve cuffs, tighter knit than body cables.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.72 · w 0.72 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium) - Embroidered chest logoSmall embroidered logo in a contrasting bright red located on the left chest (viewer right), consisting of a stitched figure mark.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible underlayerWhite button-down shirt collar and top button visible beneath the opened zipper; shirt fabric smooth and contrasting against knit.
1 region
x 0.37 · y 0.16 · w 0.26 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio-front model shot with neutral light gray background; model cropped at mid-thigh, hands in pockets, soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionCentered three-quarter frontal portrait showing upper body and part of trousers, model facing slightly toward viewer left.
- BackgroundUniform light gray/white studio background with no visible props or scenery.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model stylingMale model wearing the sweater over a white button-down shirt and beige trousers with a visible brown belt and gold buckle; hands partially in pockets.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with faint shadowing under the chin and slight shadow along sweater contours, minimal specular highlights on metal buckle and zipper.
Colors
dark navy· sweater body#161519bright red· embroidered chest logoantique gold· zipper hardware#C59173- Cable knit textureThick vertical twisted cable-knit pattern covering the sweater front and sleeves, forming raised rounded ropes separated by narrower knit channels.
- 02

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a dark cable-knit sweater showing the back, sleeves, and folded zipped collar with a small white inner collar trim.
- Overall silhouetteBack-facing sweater worn by a model, showing full back panel, long sleeves, and a ribbed hem resting at the hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Cable knit patternVertical twisted cable-knit columns run down the back and sleeves, creating a raised textured pattern across the garment.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high) - Folded zipped collarShort, thick ribbed collar folded down around the neck; zipper not visible from this rear angle but collar construction is prominent.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Ribbed trimsWide ribbed knit at the hem and at the sleeve cuffs visible where sleeves meet the wrists and at the bottom edge.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.62 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (medium) - Visible inner collar trimNarrow white fabric trim visible along the top edge of the folded collar at the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.07 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (high) - Material appearanceThick, medium-to-heavy gauge knit with pronounced stitch definition and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Left rear sleeve positionLeft sleeve (viewer right) is relaxed and extends down; elbow area shows cable pattern continuity and slight crease near the wrist.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (high) - Right rear sleeve positionRight sleeve (viewer left) is slightly out of frame at the cuff with hand partially in pocket, sleeve follows same cable pattern.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model against a plain white background; three-quarter rear pose with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model and poseMale model turned away from camera in a three-quarter rear pose, head turned to the left showing side profile of face.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - BackgroundSmooth plain white background with no visible props or texture.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with soft shadowing under the sweater hem and minimal specular highlights on the knit.
- Visible non-product clothingBeige pants are visible at the bottom of the frame and should be considered a separate garment from the sweater.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.16 (high)
Colors
dark navy· main body and sleeves#151519white· inner collar trim- Overall silhouetteBack-facing sweater worn by a model, showing full back panel, long sleeves, and a ribbed hem resting at the hips.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Polo Ralph Lauren
Cable-Knit Cashmere Quarter-Zip Sweater
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4689679 | Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater - Black - Large | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4689680 | Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater - Black - X-Large | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4594291 | Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - Large | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |
| 4594292 | Twisted-Cable Zipped-Collar Sweater - Navy/midnight Blue - X-Large | CA$149.95CA$198.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Avons retourné! Ne faisait pas!
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Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/CoutureReps, r/mensfashionRedditors appreciate the reinforced collar of the quarter-zip variant, though general cable knit sweaters are deemed overpriced for their cotton construction.
The zipped-collar version is praised for its structured collar that resists stretching, but the overall perception of Ralph Lauren cable knit sweaters is mixed due to concerns about value for money and material quality.
Themes
Use Cases
- Casual and smart-casual wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Regular cable knit sweater (non-zip)
The quarter zip version has a more structured, reinforced collar that avoids the stretching issue of the regular cable knit.
Source Threads
Request for quarter zip cable knit sweater
I’m actually looking for the same ones but with the quarter zip.
u/huasoroar/CoutureRepsView thread →
Comparison between regular cable knit and quarter zip collar
I also own the cable knit quarter zip sweater. The collar on this is much more structured and “reinforced” in thickness. I have not experience any stretch whatsoever with this one, so maybe a good shout 😊
u/Saifinho7r/mensfashionView thread →