Kenzo
Embroidered Logo Cable-Knit Sweater
This relaxed-fit crewneck sweater from Kenzo is knitted from a cotton and wool blend in a cream cable-knit pattern, with a small light-blue embroidered 'Kenzo' logo on the left chest. It features ribbed edging at the neck, hem, and cuffs, and is made in Europe. This sweater is suitable for casual everyday wear.
- Color
- ecru
- Material
- Cotton and wool blend
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, classic, preppy, nautical, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic cable-knit sweater in a relaxed fit with embroidered logo, crafted from a cotton-wool blend.
Cable-knit construction, cotton-wool blend, relaxed fit, crew neck, ribbed edging, embroidered signature.
- Color
- ecru · white
- Material
- Cotton and wool blend
- Secondary
- cotton, wool
- Style
- casual, classic, preppy, nautical, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- casual, everyday, weekend
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- cotton and wool blend
- cable-knit texture
- relaxed silhouette
- crew neckline
- ribbed edging at hem, cuffs, and neckline
- embroidered cursive signature on chest
- twisted ecru colorway
- archival-inspired logo
- made in Europe
Product Insights
The Kenzo Embroidered Logo Cable-Knit Sweater, priced at 875 CAD, features the brand's heritage: an embroidered reproduction of founder Kenzo Takada's handwritten 1970s signature with a raised tactile texture, requiring dry cleaning. The medium-weight cotton-wool cable-knit in a warm ecru off white is suitable for layering or mild weather, but buyers consistently note that the fit runs small despite a 'relaxed' label, recommending sizing up one (sizes only go to L) especially for layering over a button-down, and minor embroidery flaws such as a deformed 'S' or missing gap in the 'Z' are reported.
Verified claims
- Signature origin
- Embroidered signature is founder Kenzo Takada's handwritten signature from 1970s show invitations.
- Care
- Dry cleaning is recommended to preserve the embroidered signature.
- Signature texture
- The signature is embroidered, giving it a raised tactile quality.
- Sizing
- Buyers recommend sizing up one; sizes go only to L.
- Fit label accuracy
- Labeled relaxed but fits snug, like a regular or slim cut.
- Logo
- Embroidered logo is Kenzo Takada's handwritten signature from the 1970s.
- Embroidery quirks
- Buyers report minor embroidery flaws, like a deformed 'S' or missing 'Z' gap.
- Embroidery provenance
- Embroidered logo reproduces Kenzo Takada's 1970s handwritten signature.
- Fabric weight
- Medium-weight cotton-wool cable-knit suitable for layering or mild-weather standalone wear.
- Color
- Off White color is a warm ecru/cream tone, not stark white.
- Knit weight
- Medium-weight knit suitable for layering or standalone in mild weather.
- Versatility
- Buyers recommend sizing up one when layering over a button-down.
Product record
- Title
- Embroidered Logo Cable-Knit Sweater
- Brand
- Kenzo
- Price
- 875 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
The archive history behind the cursive logo
- Described by the house as a ‘personal, gestural, and timeless expression,’ the signature’s execution as embroidery on a cable-knit cotton-wool sweater treats the logo as an artisanal monogram, elevating the garment from generic logo merch to something more akin to an heirloom-quality detail that draws the eye without shouting.
- The embroidered cursive mark is a digitized version of Kenzo Takada’s actual handwritten signature, originally penned on his Paris show invitations in the 1970s — so the sweater carries a founder-authenticating detail that predates every official Kenzo logo, making it a wearable fragment of brand origin rather than a routine crest.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a cream cable-knit crewneck sweater worn on a model, showing ribbed hem and cuffs and a small embroidered script logo on the left chest.
- Overall geometryRelaxed-fit crewneck sweater with dropped shoulders, long sleeves, and a straight ribbed hem sitting at the model's waist.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.06 · w 0.72 · h 0.68 (high) - Knit patternVertical cable-knit pattern covering the front and sleeves consisting of narrow raised braids spaced evenly across the body.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.08 · w 0.68 · h 0.58 (high) - RibbingThick ribbed trim at the crew neckline, at the sleeve cuffs, and at the hem; ribbing is the same cream color as the sweater.
4 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.64 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.16 · y 0.50 · w 0.13 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.50 · w 0.13 · h 0.20 (high) - Left-chest embroiderySmall light-blue embroidered script logo located on the left chest area above the ribbed hem line.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium) - Visible stitching and textureVisible knit stitch texture and subtle shadowing along cable ribs giving a soft, slightly nubbly surface appearance.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped from just below the model's nose to mid-thigh on a neutral light gray background with soft, even lighting.
- Model crop and poseImage shows a model from just below the nose to mid-thigh with left hand relaxed at side and right hand in pocket; torso facing forward.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain light gray background producing minimal shadows.
- Visible non-product clothingLight blue two-tone denim jeans and an olive-green crew neck layer are visible beneath the sweater; these are separate garments and not described as product details.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.04 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (medium) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with accurate exposure and natural color rendering.
Colors
warm cream· body#F6F1E5pale sky blue· embroidered logo- Overall geometryRelaxed-fit crewneck sweater with dropped shoulders, long sleeves, and a straight ribbed hem sitting at the model's waist.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the upper front of a cream cable-knit crewneck sweater showing knit texture, ribbed collar and cuff, and a small embroidered script logo on the left chest.
- NecklineRound crew neckline with a thick ribbed knit collar lying flat against the neck.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Cable knit patternDense vertical cable-knit pattern across the front consisting of narrow twisted ropes alternating with ladder-like vertical ribs.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - Left-chest embroiderySmall light-blue cursive embroidered script logo located on the left chest area.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.34 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Embroidered text“Kenzo”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.34 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Cuff detailVisible ribbed sleeve cuff at the wrist with the sleeve folded once over the model's arm.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing the model from chin to mid-hip against a plain light background; right hand rests across the body.
- Shot compositionTight cropped studio shot showing the model's lower face, neck, upper torso, and crossed arms; plain light gray background.
- Model hand propModel's right hand visible resting on left forearm with fingers extended and palm facing inward.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.78 · w 0.26 · h 0.13 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsEven soft lighting with minimal shadows, highlighting knit texture and embroidery without strong directional shadows.
Colors
cream· body#F6F1EAlight blue· embroidered logo- NecklineRound crew neckline with a thick ribbed knit collar lying flat against the neck.
- 03
Product
Rear view of an off-white/cream cable-knit sweater shown on a model; visible features include continuous vertical cable-knit pattern, curved raglan shoulder seams, ribbed crew neckline, ribbed hem and ribbed sleeve cuffs.
- Back panel shapeFlat rear body panel with a straight lower hem and gently curved shoulder line forming a full back surface.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.88 · h 0.78 (high) - Cable-knit patternDense vertical cable-knit pattern covering the entire visible sweater back and sleeves, formed by repeated braided and twisted stitch columns.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.10 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - Raglan shoulder seamCurved seam line from near the neckline toward the underarm on both sides consistent with a raglan sleeve construction.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - NecklineShort ribbed crew neckline visible at top center of the back, matching the sweater color.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.01 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high) - Hem and cuffsWide ribbed lower hem and narrower ribbed sleeve cuffs, both in the same knit and color as the body.
3 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.80 · w 0.76 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.77 · y 0.70 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve fitLong sleeves with a relaxed, slightly voluminous fit that gather slightly at the ribbed cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.18 · w 0.27 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.27 · h 0.60 (high) - Yarn textureSoft, slightly fuzzy textured yarn visible at close scale consistent with a wool or wool-blend knit.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing the model from the rear against a light neutral background; visible supporting jeans, lower neck and hands; soft even lighting with minimal shadow.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing model cropped near mid-thigh, full back of sweater visible.
- BackgroundEven light gray to off-white studio background without visible props or texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Visible model clothing not part of productBlue denim jeans visible at the bottom of the frame and the model's exposed neck and hands are visible; these are staging elements, not the sweater.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.86 · w 0.64 · h 0.13 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.22 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting with minimal shadows and even exposure across the sweater surface.
Colors
cream ivory· sweater body#F6F1E9cream ivory· ribbed hem and cuffs#F9F2E8- Back panel shapeFlat rear body panel with a straight lower hem and gently curved shoulder line forming a full back surface.
Documents & Data
Q&A
5 answered- What are the care instructions for this cotton-wool blend sweater? Can it be machine washed or is dry cleaning recommended?
- We recommend dry cleaning for this cotton-wool blend cable-knit sweater to preserve the fabric and embroidery. Machine washing may cause shrinkage or damage to the wool fibers and the delicate embroidered logo.
- Is this sweater a lightweight or heavier knit? Suitable for layering under a jacket or as a standalone outer layer?
- This is a cable-knit sweater, which typically offers a medium-weight, substantial feel. It's suitable for layering under a jacket during colder months or as a standalone outer layer in mild weather, thanks to its cotton-wool blend that provides warmth without being overly heavy.
- How does the 'Off White' color compare to the product photos? Is it a true off-white or more of an ecru/cream tone?
- The 'Off White' color is described in the product description as a 'twisted ecru knit,' so it leans toward an ecru/cream tone rather than a stark white. It matches the soft, slightly warm off-white shade shown in the product photos.
- How is the sizing?
- Runs small; size up one from your usual Western size.
- Are there any flaws in the embroidery?
- Minor flaws like a slightly deformed 'S' or a missing triangle gap in the 'Z' are common, but overall quality is good.
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/FashionReps, r/DHgateRedditors find the Kenzo embroidered logo sweater a high-quality replica with minor embroidery flaws, though sizing runs small.
Both reviews express overall satisfaction with the quality and look, despite noting specific minor flaws in the embroidery and a snug fit.
Themes
Use Cases
- Office casual and weekend wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Retail Kenzo sweater
The replica is comparable to retail with minor embroidery differences, such as a deformed 'S' and missing triangle gap in the 'Z'.
Source Threads
Detailed review of Kenzo sweater rep covering embroidery quality, 'S' flaw, and sizing
The embroidery overall is done quite well. The most common crooked ‘R’ in Paris in reps is not that bad, I’ve definitely seen worse. The little problem this one has is with the ‘S’. On the QC it looked like the sweater was wrinkled a bit, but the letter is actually a bit deformed. The fit is a little snug compared to western sizing. I am 183cm and 77kg and using the sizing chart (which I am quite successful with in the past) I ordered a M, my usual size in Europe. The sleeves and overall length are a bit short, not too short. The sweater doesn’t feel tight around my chest/armpits though. Next time I would size up to L.
u/DeViousNLView thread →
Comment highlighting a flaw in the 'Z' letter embroidery on a Kenzo sweater
The stitching looks great! However there is a very obvious flaw on the KENZO letters, the "Z" its supposed to have a little triangle gap where it connects at the top. But the colors look great !
u/GeekNGorgeousView thread →