
JW Anderson
Gradient-Dyed Sweat
This JW Anderson Gradient-Dyed Sweat is a relaxed-fit crewneck sweatshirt made from 100% cotton jersey, featuring a vertical dip-dye gradient from deep navy blue to off-white, a ribbed crew collar with a V-stitch detail, a tonal embroidered logo on the chest, and ribbed cuffs and hem. Designed for everyday casual wear, it has a straight hip-length hem, dropped shoulders, and long set-in sleeves, and it is made in Portugal. The soft midweight knit provides comfort, with the color fade running from the darker upper body to the lighter lower hem.
- Color
- Ecru to Marine Gradient
- Material
- 100% Cotton Jersey
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, minimal, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A gradient-dyed crew neck sweatshirt made from ultra comfortable 100% cotton jersey with a relaxed fit and embroidered logo.
Gradient dye effect, relaxed fit, crew neck with over-seamed V, embroidered logo, ribbed edging.
- Color
- Ecru to Marine Gradient · blue
- Material
- 100% Cotton Jersey
- Style
- casual, minimal, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, weekend
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% cotton jersey fabric
- gradient dye effect
- relaxed fit silhouette
- crew neck with over-seamed V detail
- embroidered logo on chest
- ribbed edging
- made in Portugal
- marine-inspired color gradient
Product Insights
JW Anderson's Gradient-Dyed Sweat, originally priced at $595 CAD and now sold out after a 70% discount to $179.95, offers a unique piece due to manual dip-dye that creates a distinct gradient on each garment. With wearing and washing, the gradient develops into a marbled, tie-dye-like patina; ribbed cuffs fade fastest while the logo remains distinct, resulting in a unique aging process that justifies its premium price.
Verified claims
- Uniqueness
- Each piece has a unique gradient placement due to the manual dip-dye process.
- Care instructions
- Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle with the garment turned inside out, hang to dry, and avoid bleach and high heat to preserve the gradient dye and minimize shrinkage.
- Aging
- Ribbed cuffs fade fastest, washing creates marbling, logo remains distinct, each piece ages uniquely.
- Price positioning
- Original $595 CAD matches premium brands, justified by manual dip-dye.
- Sale value
- Sale price $179.95 is a 70% discount, a rare clearance now sold out.
- Shrinkage
- As a general rule, the 100% cotton jersey can shrink 3–5% in the first wash, especially if machine dried; cold-water washing and air drying minimize shrinkage.
Product record
- Title
- Gradient-Dyed Sweat
- Brand
- JW Anderson
- Price
- 595 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Gradient-Dyed Sweat: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit, 100% cotton crewneck sweatshirt with a distinctive marine-dye gradient from deep navy to an off-white hem and cuffs, finished with ribbed trim and a tonal embroidered chest emblem. The merchant describes it as ultra comfortable, and it is made in Portugal in sizes small through X-large. Note that the dye gradient means the colour varies from dark at the top to pale at the bottom, which may not suit shoppers wanting an even tone.[1,2,3] | Faded Sage Hooded Zip-Up Sweatshirt: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit zip-up hoodie with a vintage look: it is piece-dyed and ultra-faded in a uniform sage green, made of 100% cotton jersey with a terry interior. It offers an adjustable drawstring hood, kangaroo pocket with moccasin-style stitching and an embroidered logo, gold-toned exposed metal zipper, and stretch ribbed cuffs and waist, and it is made in Portugal. It comes in sizes small through x-large, and a matching short is sold separately if you want to complete the set.[4,5] | Anonymous Lovers Embroidered Sweatshirt: Choose this if you want a limited-edition designer sweatshirt from JW Anderson's capsule adapting Dean Sameshima's Anonymous series, with raised two-line embroidery reading 'ANONYMOUS' above script 'Lovers' on the chest. It is made in Portugal from 100% cotton jersey (described as ultra comfortable by the retailer) in a regular fit with a ribbed crew collar, V insert at the front neckline, dropped shoulders, and ribbed cuffs and hem. It comes in black in sizes small through x-large, so it suits shoppers who want one dark, graphic-free-on-the-back piece rather than a printed all-over design.[6,7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a crewneck sweatshirt on a model showing a blue-to-white vertical gradient, ribbed crew collar, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a small tonal embroidered mark on the left chest.
- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve crewneck sweatshirt worn by a model, relaxed fit with dropped shoulders and straight hem sitting at the hip.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.75 (medium) - Collar and throat detailRibbed crewneck collar with a sewn-in V-shaped stitch detail at the front throat.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Chest embroiderySmall tonal embroidered mark located on the left chest area; stitching tone matches the upper blue fabric.
1 region
x 0.53 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Gradient dyeSmooth vertical gradient from a deep blue at the upper torso and sleeves to a lighter blue band at the lower torso, transitioning to an off-white band at the hem and sleeve cuffs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high) - Hem constructionWide ribbed hem in an off-white shade, set on top of the gradient transition line.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - CuffsRibbed off-white cuffs that align with the hem color and show a slight continuation of the gradient above them.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background showing the model cropped at mid-thigh and just above the nose; soft, even lighting with faint shadowing to the left of the model.
- Background and compositionPlain light gray background filling the frame; model centered and photographed from the front with a slight right-facing stance.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model croppingModel cropped so that top of the head is partially out of frame and lower body cuts off mid-thigh.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal specular highlights and a faint shadow cast to the model's left side.
Colors
deep navy blue· upper body and sleeves#1D3A5Cpale sky blue· mid torso gradient bandoff-white· hem and cuffs- Overall silhouetteLong-sleeve crewneck sweatshirt worn by a model, relaxed fit with dropped shoulders and straight hem sitting at the hip.
- 02

Product
Close-up of the upper torso of a crewneck sweatshirt showing ribbed crew neckline, V-stitch detail below the collar, soft knit fabric, and a small embroidered monogram emblem on the left chest.
- NecklineRibbed crewneck collar with visible horizontal rib knit and a smooth seam joining to the body fabric.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.06 · w 0.50 · h 0.16 (high) - V-stitch detailContrasting stitched V-shaped reinforcement panel centered below the collar (decorative stitch in same color as fabric).
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric textureMedium-weight loopback or french-terry knit with a smooth outer face and fine knit texture visible at close range.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.60 (medium) - Left-chest embroiderySmall tonal embroidered monogram emblem on the left chest consisting of looping script lines and a short vertical element; embroidery thread appears the same blue as the garment.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - Shoulder seamSet-in shoulder seam visible at the top of the sleeve joining to the body with a smooth, minimal seam line.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model head and upper torso against a neutral light grey background with soft directional lighting from the left; image is tightly cropped at chest and chin.
- Model crop and poseImage shows a model's lower face, neck, and upper torso cropped mid-chest; the model faces slightly left of camera.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.50 (high) - BackgroundEven light grey neutral backdrop with no visible props or packaging elements.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the left creates gentle highlights on the model's cheek and subtle shadowing on the right side of the garment.
- Image crop limitationLower arms and full neckline are cropped out of frame; only the front upper torso is visible.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (high)
Colors
medium denim blue· body#324E72medium denim blue· ribbed collar#443D3Amedium denim blue· embroidery#3E516A- NecklineRibbed crewneck collar with visible horizontal rib knit and a smooth seam joining to the body fabric.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a crewneck sweatshirt with a horizontal gradient dye that transitions from deep navy on the upper body to a pale off-white band at the hem and sleeve cuffs. Visible construction details include a ribbed crew neckline, dropped shoulder seams, long set-in sleeves, and a ribbed hem band.
- Overall silhouetteRear view of a relaxed-fit crewneck sweatshirt with a straight hem and long sleeves; garment sits at the top of the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.88 · h 0.92 (high) - Gradient dyeHorizontal gradient that is deep navy across the upper and mid back, fading to a narrow pale off-white band along the lower back hem and sleeve cuffs; fade is soft-edged with a blurred transition.
3 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.16 (high) - Neckline finishRibbed crewneck band in the same deep navy color as the upper body.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.32 · h 0.08 (high) - Shoulder seamVisible dropped shoulder seam running from the neckline toward the upper arm with topstitch detail.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.12 · w 0.80 · h 0.14 (high) - Hem bandRibbed hem band in a pale off-white that aligns with the lowest part of the gradient; slight horizontal seam visible where hem meets body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsRibbed sleeve cuffs in the pale off-white color matching the hem, with the gradient fading into the cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - TextureMidweight knit fabric with a smooth, slightly pebbled sweatshirting surface visible at close view.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot on a light neutral background showing the model from the upper neck to mid-thigh; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows. Jeans worn by the model and the model's hands visible but not part of the product.
- Shot compositionCentered rear view of a model wearing the sweatshirt, framed from the back of the neck to mid-thigh with even horizontal and vertical margins.
- BackgroundUniform light gray neutral background with no visible props or texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and stylingMale model shown from the back wearing gray denim pants; hands partially visible at sides, right hand holding a small fabric loop on the pants.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.74 · w 0.76 · h 0.24 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused studio lighting producing subtle falloff and minimal harsh shadows; slight shadowing along left sleeve and lower back folds.
Colors
deep navy blue· upper body and sleeves#1D3A5Bpale off-white· lower hem band and sleeve cuffs- Overall silhouetteRear view of a relaxed-fit crewneck sweatshirt with a straight hem and long sleeves; garment sits at the top of the model's hips.
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4513928 | Gradient-Dyed Sweat - Small | CA$179.95CA$595.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4513929 | Gradient-Dyed Sweat - Medium | CA$179.95CA$595.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4513930 | Gradient-Dyed Sweat - Large | CA$179.95CA$595.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4513931 | Gradient-Dyed Sweat - X-Large | CA$179.95CA$595.00 | Out of Stock |