Won Hundred
Bently Mixed Knit Sweater
CA$350.00CAD
In Stock
The Bently Mixed Knit Sweater is a long-sleeve crewneck pullover made from 100% cotton, featuring a mixed knit texture of alternating vertical ribbed and flat stitch panels with ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem. It has a relaxed fit with a slightly dropped shoulder and is made in Italy. Suitable for casual wear, this sweater can be worn on its own or as a layering piece.
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, minimalist, scandinavian, utilitarian
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Off White
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Relaxed-fit cotton knit sweater with an abstract asymmetric design, crew neck, and ribbed edging, embodying Scandinavian minimalism.
Thick weave texture, abstract asymmetrical lines, ribbed edging, made in Italy
- Material
- 100% cotton
- Style
- casual, minimalist, scandinavian, utilitarian
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% cotton construction
- relaxed fit silhouette
- crew neckline
- ribbed edging at neck, cuffs, and hem
- abstract asymmetrical design with lines
- thick weave texture
- made in Italy
- Scandinavian minimalism aesthetic
- high-quality craftsmanship
- utilitarian design philosophy
Product Insights
Won Hundred's Bently Mixed Knit Sweater offers a deconstructed aesthetic through asymmetrical knit lines and reversed seams knitted into the thick cotton weave, providing permanent tactile depth and a logo-free alternative to plain designer crewnecks. Its pure cotton construction feels itch-free and breathable, blocking wind while preventing overheating, and maintains shape and resists pilling after wash. Entirely made in Italy, it costs less than Acne's equivalent, though buyers should expect a roomy fit and cold hand wash requirements, with size down recommended for a tailored look; the thick knit layers smoothly under a coat for mild winter wear.
Verified claims
- Design
- Asymmetrical knit lines and reversed seams create a deconstructed look that distinguishes the sweater from plain designer crewnecks, without logos.
- Knit construction
- The asymmetrical pattern is knitted directly into the thick cotton weave, making it permanent and adding tactile depth.
- Seam detailing
- Reversed seam detailing creates a deconstructed look absent from uniform ribbing.
- Durability
- Reversed seams reduce bulk; knit stays stable after stretch and wash.
- Versatility
- Neutral texture layers under a coat without added bulk.
- Supply chain
- Entirely made in Italy, from knitting to finishing.
- Value
- 350 CAD, less than Acne's $470, with full Italian production.
- Comfort
- Pure cotton knit feels itch-free and dry against skin, with a casual attitude that suits denim.
- Breathability
- Heavy-gauge cotton knit breathes like a lighter layer, blocking wind yet preventing overheating.
- Care
- Cold wash and flat drying preserve the relaxed fit of this thick cotton knit.
- Pilling
- Tight knit resists pilling; any pilling that forms naturally sheds over time unlike synthetics.
- Layering
- Thick knit sweater suitable for layering under a coat in mild winter.
- Brand philosophy
- Won Hundred's utilitarian design views pilling as a natural sign of wear.
- Practicality
- Heavyweight knit breathes well and layers easily under a coat for mild winter wear.
- Styling
- Pairs with denim, layers under coats or solo, unisex fit, itch-free cotton.
- Material
- Italian-made 100% cotton knit resists pilling, holds shape, needs cold hand wash.
- Sizing
- Size down recommended for a tailored look because the fit is intentionally roomy.
- Shape retention
- Thick knit resists pilling and retains intended shape over repeated wear.
- Production
- Fully Made in Italy, unlike competitors' partial assembly.
- Asymmetry
- Abstract asymmetrical knit with reversed seams and mixed textures stands out from plain crewnecks.
- Knit stability
- Asymmetrical lines are knit into fabric and remain stable after laundering.
Product record
- Title
- Bently Mixed Knit Sweater
- Brand
- Won Hundred
- Price
- 350 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How the Bently compares to similar designer cotton sweaters
- The Bently's thick weave is crossed by irregular, asymmetrical lines that break up the surface, giving it a deconstructed look entirely absent from the uniform ribbing of Norse Projects' Roald and the plain faces of Acne Studios' standard crewnecks — an aesthetic that pulls the sweater into statement-territory rather than basic layering.
- Where Norse Projects' Henning rib sweater relies on a 79% wool, 21% cotton blend for temperature regulation, the Bently's pure cotton knit creates a chunkier, itch-free hand and a more casual, denim-friendly attitude that fits Won Hundred's utilitarian roots.
- At $335 on Farfetch — effectively $350 CAD at Simons — the Bently undercuts Acne Studios’ $470 cotton crewneck while delivering a more visually complex knit, making it a price-conscious entry point into designer cotton sweaters that doesn’t trade design interest for brand prestige.
- Where Norse Projects knits the Henning in Italy but ships it to Tunisia for final assembly, the Bently is produced entirely in Italy — a single-country chain that signals tighter control and resonates with buyers who equate Italian knitwear with a higher standard of finishing.
What to expect from a 100% cotton knit sweater
- Cotton fibers have a naturally loose internal structure that allows continuous airflow, so even at a heavyweight gauge this sweater remains highly breathable and comfortable against the skin — it insulates without the plastic clamminess of synthetics or the potential itch of wool.
- Cotton swells and contracts with heat and moisture, making a 100% cotton sweater prone to shrinkage; the Bently’s thick, tight knit is less vulnerable than a loose gauge, but still requires cold-water washing and flat drying to maintain its relaxed dimensions — the care instructions are the cost of keeping the fabric’s character.
- The Bently’s thick, dense knit physically restricts fiber migration, giving it an edge over loose-gauge cotton in resisting pill formation — textile experts note that tighter knits hold fibers more securely, reducing the likelihood of those surface fuzz balls appearing.
- Any 100% cotton knit will shed short surface fibers that tangle into pills with wear — this is a natural characteristic of the fiber and not a sign of poor quality; unlike synthetic blends, the pills on a pure cotton sweater eventually break off on their own, so the sweater self-cleans over time rather than accumulating permanent fuzz.
What 'Made in Italy' means for knitwear
- Italy’s knitwear production is anchored in industrial clusters where a deep pool of experienced technicians and a culture of craft elevate even a basic cotton knit — the result here is a sweater whose thick weave and ribbed edging hold their form through wear because stitch tension and recovery have been dialed in by workers who have handled cotton yarn for decades, not just by machine settings.
- Because Italian knitwear factories standardise on numerically controlled knitting machines, the asymmetrical design on this sweater is knit directly into the fabric with needle-level fidelity — the lines are not an applied graphic but a structural variation in the knit that remains dimensionally stable after stretching and laundering, so the pattern won’t distort or fade over time.
- Won Hundred’s foundational ethos of designing garments for hard, repeated wear finds a natural production partner in Italian knitwear, where the tradition of sturdy, well‑constructed basics ensures that this sweater’s relaxed fit and thick weave deliver on the brand’s promise of clothing meant to be lived in, not babied.
The mixed knit and asymmetrical design in person
- Exposed seams running along the exterior give the sweater a deconstructed, raw-edged look that transforms a conventional crewneck into a piece with design integrity — this detail is central to Won Hundred's aesthetic of Scandinavian minimalism with industrial charm.
- Production in Italy places the sweater within a respected knitwear manufacturing tradition, implying meticulous attention to stitch quality and finishing that justifies the designer price point and promises long-term durability.
- Knitted directly into the thick cotton weave, the abstract asymmetrical lines create a dynamic, off-kilter pattern that distinguishes the garment from standard solid knits and gives it a casual yet deliberate character — ideal for adding visual interest without logos or graphics.
- Nikolaj Nielsen's vision since 2004 has been utilitarian clothing with raw charm; this sweater's deconstructed seams, heavy cotton, and unisex cut channel that ethos directly, making it not just a knit but an expression of the brand's Copenhagen-rooted philosophy.
Styling the sweater with Scandinavian minimalism
- Nikolaj Nielsen has said 'distressed washes and deliberate imperfections become signatures of perfection' at Won Hundred, and the abstract asymmetrical lines on this knit embody that philosophy in a form that adds visual disruption without deviating from a minimalist palette.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve crewneck knit sweater in a light cream color with vertical textured rib and stitch patterns, ribbed collar, cuffs and hem; shown on a model with slightly relaxed, slightly cropped fit.
- SilhouetteLong-sleeve pullover with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso and dropped-shoulder appearance; hem falls near the waist and sits slightly over the waistband of the jeans.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.75 (high) - NecklineRound crewneck with a ribbed knit collar sitting close to the base of the model's neck; a white undershirt collar is visible inside the neckline.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.02 · w 0.25 · h 0.12 (high) - Knit patternVertical alternating knit textures forming narrow ribbed panels and slightly raised stitch columns running down the front; pattern is regular and visible across the torso.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Cuffs and hemWide ribbed cuffs at sleeve ends and a ribbed hem at the waist; cuffs extend over the wrists and show slight gathering at the sleeve seams.
3 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.62 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (medium) - Material appearanceThick knit with visible stitch texture and soft matte finish consistent with cotton or wool blend knits; fabric shows natural folds where the hem tucks and at the sleeves.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.72 · h 0.64 (medium) - Visible layeringA white crewneck T-shirt peeks out at the neckline and extends below the sweater hem, visible as a separate white band.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.08 · w 0.25 · h 0.05 (high); x 0.32 · y 0.62 · w 0.34 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped at mid-thigh on a model against a plain light gray background; soft even lighting with minimal shadows; lower face and hands of model are visible.
- Background and compositionEven light gray seamless background with the model centered in frame; image is cropped at mid-thigh so the full lower body and head are not shown.
- Model and croppingMale model shown from just below the nose to mid-thigh; hands rest by the sides with slight finger visibility.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and gentle shading that reveals knit texture.
Colors
cream· main body- SilhouetteLong-sleeve pullover with a relaxed, slightly boxy torso and dropped-shoulder appearance; hem falls near the waist and sits slightly over the waistband of the jeans.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the sweater's upper front and right shoulder showing a chunky mixed knit with vertical textured panels and a ribbed crew neckline.
- NecklineWide ribbed crew neckline with a pronounced vertical rib at the collar edge; collar sits over a white undershirt visible at the throat.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.45 · h 0.18 (high) - Knit textureThick mixed knit construction composed of alternating vertical panels: tighter rib-like stitches adjacent to wider, flatter knit columns creating a raised textured pattern.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.88 · h 0.60 (high) - Vertical decorative seamsNarrow vertical seam lines or cable-like rows run down the front and shoulder area, visible as slightly raised columns with small looped stitch detail in places.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.58 (high) - Shoulder and sleeve junctionRight shoulder area transitions into the sleeve with continuous knit (no visible separate cuff or seam detail in this crop), showing the knit pattern flowing across the shoulder.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.28 · w 0.34 · h 0.52 (medium) - Material appearanceYarn appears thick with a soft, slightly fuzzy surface texture and visible stitch loops; overall fabric has a soft matte finish.
Other
Studio close-up crop showing model from lower nose to upper torso against a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model cropImage is cropped to show the lower half of the model's face, neck, and upper torso; left ear with small hoop earring is visible.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.00 · w 0.80 · h 0.36 (high) - UndershirtWhite crew neck T-shirt visible beneath the sweater neckline.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray background with soft, diffuse studio lighting producing gentle, even illumination and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
cream· body- NecklineWide ribbed crew neckline with a pronounced vertical rib at the collar edge; collar sits over a white undershirt visible at the throat.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a loose-fitting mixed-knit crewneck sweater in a cream/off-white color showing vertical knit panels, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a ribbed neckline.
- Back body knit patternVertical mixed-knit panels running top-to-bottom across the back composed of alternating wide ribbed sections and narrower textured columns with small eyelet-like gaps.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.09 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - NecklineShallow crewneck with a wide, horizontally ribbed collar that lies flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem and cuffsWide ribbed hem band at the waist and matching ribbed cuffs on the long sleeves; hem sits over the top of jeans.
3 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.69 · w 0.72 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.77 · w 0.16 · h 0.15 (high); x 0.77 · y 0.76 · w 0.15 · h 0.15 (high) - Sleeve fit and dropLong sleeves with a relaxed, slightly dropped shoulder seam and a loose, blouson-like sleeve volume ending in ribbed cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.62 (high) - Material appearanceThick knit yarn with visible stitch texture and soft matte finish typical of a heavier knit sweater.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.09 · w 0.76 · h 0.72 (high) - Visible logos or textNo visible printed or sewn logo, label, or text on the exposed rear of the sweater.
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the sweater against a light neutral background; image includes portion of model head, hands, and blue jeans. Soft even lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionRear-facing model cropped slightly above the head and at mid-thigh, centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundEven light gray or off-white solid studio background with no visible props.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible non-product garmentsBlue denim jeans visible from the waist down and the model's hands and partial head are visible; these are props, not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.76 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused studio lighting producing even illumination and minimal harsh shadows; slight shadowing under the hem and between arm and torso.
Colors
cream· body- Back body knit patternVertical mixed-knit panels running top-to-bottom across the back composed of alternating wide ribbed sections and narrower textured columns with small eyelet-like gaps.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- How does the relaxed fit compare to typical sizing — should I size down for a more tailored look?
- The sweater has a relaxed fit. If you prefer a more tailored look, we suggest sizing down, as the relaxed silhouette is intentionally roomy.
- Can this 100% cotton sweater be machine washed, or does it need dry cleaning to prevent shrinking?
- We recommend dry cleaning or hand washing in cold water and laying flat to dry to prevent shrinking, as is typical for high-quality 100% cotton knits. Always check the garment's care label for specific instructions.
- What is the weight of the knit — is it suitable for layering under a coat in mild winters, or is it more of a heavyweight piece?
- The knit is described as having a thick weave, indicating it is a heavyweight sweater. It is suitable for layering under a coat in mild winter conditions.