Missoni
Openwork Lurex Zigzag Sweater
CA$1,300.00CAD
In Stock
This Missoni openwork sweater is a long-sleeve crewneck knit top with a vertical zigzag pattern and metallic lurex threads. It is made from a wool and viscose blend, featuring a relaxed fit, dropped shoulders, ribbed cuffs and hem, and a see-through openwork texture. The sweater is made in Italy and comes in a dark navy charcoal color with subtle silver sparkle and deep blue accent yarns.
- Material
- Wool and viscose knit
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, retro, artsy, heritage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Navy
Size
SMALLMEDIUMLARGE
Specifications
Openwork knit sweater featuring Missoni's iconic zigzag pattern in metallic lurex with iridescent hues, relaxed fit, crew neck, and ribbed edging.
Knit with wool and viscose, metallic lurex threads, openwork construction, ribbed detailing, Italian craftsmanship.
- Material
- Wool and viscose knit
- Secondary
- viscose
- Style
- classic, retro, artsy, heritage
- Occasion
- party, holiday-party, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Iconic Missoni zigzag motif
- Metallic lurex threads for shimmer
- Iridescent hues
- Openwork knit construction
- Relaxed fit silhouette
- Crew neckline
- Ribbed edging at cuffs, hem, and neckline
- Made in Italy
- Wool and viscose blend
- Lightweight open-knit design
Product Insights
Missoni's Openwork Lurex Zigzag Sweater honors the brand's 1967 zigzag pattern, exhibited at the Whitney Museum, with a quiet lurex shimmer and color-pulling technique that transitions from day to evening. Best paired with neutral or color-pulled trousers, it also mixes with checks or stripes. The relaxed, true-to-size openwork knit accommodates layered turtlenecks or button-ups without sizing up, and underlayer color either creates cohesion or heightens the metallic shimmer. The subtle sheen emerges from metallic lurex yarn. Tradeoffs: the sheer openwork requires layering for modest coverage, and care demands dry cleaning or tested hand wash for the wool-viscose-lurex blend.
Verified claims
- Design heritage
- Zigzag pattern debuted in 1967 and later exhibited at the Whitney Museum.
- Styling
- Quiet lurex shimmer and color-pulling technique allow this sweater to transition from day to evening.
- Color coordination
- Best worn with neutral or color-pulled trousers to make the pattern stand out.
- Pattern mixing
- This zigzag sweater can be mixed with checks or stripes for an eclectic look.
- Sizing
- True to relaxed fit; openwork knit permits layering without sizing up.
- Underlayer color
- Matching underlayer color creates cohesion; a dark underlayer heightens the metallic shimmer.
- Layering
- Relaxed fit with dropped shoulders accommodates layered turtlenecks or button-ups without distortion.
- Shimmer
- The metallic lurex yarn creates a subtle, not loud, shimmer.
- Care
- Dry cleaning is safest for the wool-viscose-lurex blend; hand wash only after testing.
- Sheerness
- The openwork knit is sheer and requires layering for modest coverage.
Product record
- Title
- Openwork Lurex Zigzag Sweater
- Brand
- Missoni
- Price
- 1300 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Styling an openwork lurex sweater for men
- Because Missoni patterns typically carry multiple colours, you can pull the navy from this sweater's zigzag and build the rest of the outfit around that single hue — charcoal trousers, a navy blazer, or even ivory sneakers taken from lighter metallic highlights — so the bold pattern feels coordinated rather than isolated, a technique that makes a complex knit effortless to wear.
- Sendegaro's edit of a near-identical Missoni zigzag sweater with metallized wire describes the effect as 'a quiet flicker,' confirming that the lurex is designed for subtle shimmer rather than full-on sparkle — meaning this openwork sweater can anchor an elegant evening ensemble when worn with a black suit or tuxedo trousers for a holiday party, adding texture without shouting.
- Missoni's house styling principle — let one boldly patterned knit anchor the outfit while everything else stays neutral — is essential for this openwork lurex sweater; pair it with dark tailored trousers or slim black jeans, a plain crewneck tee or turtleneck underneath, and clean minimalist sneakers or loafers so the zigzag and metallic shimmer take full focus without visual competition.
The story behind Missoni's zigzag motif
- The Missoni archive holds over 7,000 pattern designs, with the zigzag as a recurring core motif; each new zigzag iteration is drawn from this vast library, making the sweater a deliberate selection from decades of accumulated design intelligence rather than a seasonal trend.
- Legendary Italian fashion editor Anna Piaggi coined the term 'identiknit' for Missoni, declaring that wearing a piece is to carry about a one-of-a-kind work reflecting the Missonis' intellectual world; this critical framing positions the zigzag as wearable art with deep personal resonance, a concept that still underpins the brand's value for collectors.
- Missoni's zigzag was born from adapting vintage Raschel knitting machines that traditionally produced sheer black widows' shawls; by feeding different-hued yarns along each line, Ottavio and Rosita created an entirely new multicoloured knit fabric that turned a mourning textile tradition into a vibrant, modernist pattern language.
- In November 1967, Missoni presented its zigzag knits at a poolside fashion performance during a snowstorm at Milan's ultra-modern Solari pool, with professional swimmers and models on designer floats; the event was hailed by press as capturing 'the spirit of today's fashion,' cementing the pattern's association with theatrical avant-garde from the very start.
- Missoni's 1970 Florence collection introduced the 'put-together' look, encouraging wearers to mix and clash zigzags with checks and stripes to create individual style; that ethos of pattern-driven self-expression makes the zigzag a component of a broader, personalizable wardrobe rather than a stand-alone statement.
- In 1978, a Missoni retrospective traveled to the Whitney Museum of American Art, marking the first time the institution exhibited fashion; this institutional validation places the zigzag pattern in the context of high art, making each subsequent piece a continuation of museum-recognized design.
- The first zigzag melange dress was co-designed with French designer Emmanuelle Khanh in 1966, blending Parisian ready-to-wear sensibility with Missoni's knit expertise; this cross-border origin gave the pattern an inherently cosmopolitan DNA from its very first iteration.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve openwork knit crewneck sweater with a vertical zigzag openwork pattern, ribbed hem and cuffs, and visible metallic yarn highlights.
- SilhouetteRelaxed-fit long-sleeve crewneck sweater ending at the model's hip with slightly dropped shoulders and a straight hem.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.06 · w 0.74 · h 0.34 (high) - Knit patternOpenwork vertical zigzag knit pattern formed by alternating cable-like columns and small eyelet holes, creating a see-through textured surface.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.08 · w 0.68 · h 0.28 (high) - Trim and necklineNarrow ribbed crewneck with a thin white layer visible underneath at the collar, and ribbed cuffs and ribbed hem at the waist.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.13 · y 0.34 · w 0.74 · h 0.06 (high) - Yarn appearanceDark base yarn with visible metallic lurex thread woven throughout producing subtle sparkle and occasional thin blue yarn highlights visible in the knit.
1 region
x 0.17 · y 0.10 · w 0.66 · h 0.26 (high) - Sleeve finishFull-length sleeves with ribbed cuffs showing slight gathering at the wrist and the model's hands partially in the pockets.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.18 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the sweater paired with trousers, plain light gray seamless background, soft even lighting, and a full-body frontal pose cropped at the face top.
- Model styling and poseMale model stands facing slightly to the right with hands in trouser pockets; head is partially cropped so top of the head is out of frame.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.76 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingEven, diffuse studio lighting on a seamless light gray background producing soft shadows beneath shoes and minimal directional shadowing on the figure.
- Additional garments visibleModel is wearing light brown pleated trousers and dark leather dress shoes; these items are styling props in the image.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.38 · w 0.60 · h 0.56 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused image with clear texture detail on the sweater and minimal noise.
Colors
dark navy charcoal· main knit body#25232Bmetallic silver sparkle· metallic threaddeep blue accent· accent yarn- SilhouetteRelaxed-fit long-sleeve crewneck sweater ending at the model's hip with slightly dropped shoulders and a straight hem.
- 02
Product
Front view of a long-sleeve crewneck sweater worn by a model; openwork zigzag knit with a subtle metallic shimmer, ribbed crew neckline, cuffs, and hem; hem partially tucked into trousers.
- SilhouetteRelaxed, slightly boxy long-sleeve sweater shown on a model from the front with the hem sitting at the upper hip and slightly tucked at one side.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.58 (high) - Knit patternVertical openwork zigzag stitch pattern across the front and sleeves creating alternating narrow chevron lanes and small perforations.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - Metallic yarnSubtle metallic or shimmer threads woven through the knit, producing a fine sparkling effect visible across the sweater surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.46 (high) - NecklineRibbed crewneck with a narrow white undershirt visible underneath at the collar.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high) - Cuffs and hemRibbed sleeve cuffs and a ribbed hem; hem is slightly pulled up and tucked on the model's right side.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Visible sleeve detailRight sleeve relaxed and slightly bent at the elbow with natural drape; left sleeve falls straight with visible cuff at wrist.
2 regions
x 0.64 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.42 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light background showing a cropped model from chin to upper thighs; even diffuse lighting with minimal shadows and slight reflection on metallic threads.
- Shot compositionCropped model frame showing torso and upper legs; model faces slightly to viewer's left and head is partially cropped above the mouth.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and shadowEven diffuse studio lighting with soft, minimal shadows around the model and a mild specular highlight on the metallic threads.
- Other clothing visibleBrown pleated trousers worn by the model and a narrow white undershirt collar are visible; these items are not part of the sweater.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.36 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
very dark navy with metallic shimmer· sweater body and sleeves#141B23- SilhouetteRelaxed, slightly boxy long-sleeve sweater shown on a model from the front with the hem sitting at the upper hip and slightly tucked at one side.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a long-sleeve openwork knit sweater with a vertical zigzag/chevron stitch pattern, ribbed crew neckline, ribbed hem and cuffs, and subtle metallic thread highlights; shown on a model from the back.
- View and fitBack-facing view of the sweater worn by a model, showing a relaxed, slightly loose fit with dropped shoulder seams and long sleeves that extend to ribbed cuffs; hem rests over the model's waistband.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.08 · w 0.92 · h 0.78 (high) - Openwork stitch patternAll-over openwork knit forming vertical zigzag/chevron columns visible across the back and sleeves, creating a semi-sheer appearance where skin or underlying clothing shows through small gaps.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.84 · h 0.66 (high) - Ribbed trimsNarrow ribbed crew neckline visible at upper center back, wider ribbed bottom hem band, and ribbed sleeve cuffs; hem band appears slightly gathered against the model's hips.
2 regions
x 0.36 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.70 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Material finishYarn includes a metallic lurex strand that gives a subtle sparkled sheen concentrated along stitch ridges; overall surface looks soft but slightly textured from the openwork knit.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.14 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with dropped shoulder line and generous sleeve width tapering slightly to ribbed cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.16 · w 0.24 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.16 · w 0.24 · h 0.64 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model from the rear against a plain light background; model wears brown trousers with hands in pockets and lighting is even with soft shadows.
- Background and stagingNeutral light grey or off-white seamless background with even studio lighting and minimal shadowing around the model.
- Model and propsPortion of model visible from neck down to hips, rear of head and ears visible; model is wearing brown trousers and has hands placed in pockets.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.80 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on garment texture and stitch detail with no visible text or labels; colors and metallic highlights are clearly resolved.
Colors
black· main body#0D0D0Dmetallic blue-teal· metallic highlights- View and fitBack-facing view of the sweater worn by a model, showing a relaxed, slightly loose fit with dropped shoulder seams and long sleeves that extend to ribbed cuffs; hem rests over the model's waistband.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Does the relaxed fit run true to size, or should we size down compared to other Missoni sweaters?
- This Missoni sweater is designed with a relaxed fit, so we recommend sticking with your usual size for a comfortable, slightly loose silhouette. Compared to other Missoni sweaters, it runs true to size for the relaxed cut.
- What are the recommended care instructions for this wool-viscose-lurex sweater? Is it dry clean only?
- Care instructions are not provided in the listing, but based on the wool and viscose blend with metallic lurex threads, dry cleaning is the safest recommended method to preserve the fibers and shine. Hand washing in cold water with a gentle detergent may also be possible, but always test a small area first.
- How see-through is the openwork knit? Does it require layering (e.g., a shirt underneath) for modest wear?
- Yes, the openwork knit is intentionally sheer, so layering with a shirt or undershirt is recommended for modest wear. Many openwork sweaters show skin or undergarments through the pattern.
- How durable are the metallic lurex threads with regular wear and cleaning? Are they prone to snagging or tarnishing?
- Metallic lurex threads are generally durable but can be prone to snagging if rubbed against rough surfaces or jewelry. With proper care (such as dry cleaning and avoiding harsh agitation), the threads should maintain their luster and shape. No specific durability data is available for this sweater.