Sheer rib-knit sweater product image (primary)
Slim, long-sleeve, sheer rib-knit black sweater worn by a model, showing vertical rib knit, a crew neckline, extended torso hem, and semi-transparent fabric revealing the skin beneath.

Rick Owens

Sheer Rib-Knit Sweater

CA$199.95CAD
Out of Stock

This sheer rib-knit sweater by Rick Owens is a 100% cashmere fine-knit garment with a long, slim fit and crew neck. It features vertical seaming at the back and is made in Italy. The translucent knit gives a lightweight, see-through effect, suitable for layering or adding an avant-garde accent to an outfit.

Material
100% Cashmere
Style
modern, minimal, edgy
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Black

Size

SMALLLARGE

Specifications

Ultra-soft 100% cashmere sweater with an elongated silhouette and sheer finish, featuring a crew neck and vertical back seaming.

Elongated silhouette, sheer finish, crew neck, vertical seaming at back.

Material
100% Cashmere
Style
modern, minimal, edgy
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • 100% cashmere
  • ultra-soft fine knit
  • sheer rib-knit
  • elongated silhouette
  • long slim fit
  • crew neck
  • vertical seaming at the back
  • made in Italy
  • modern structural aesthetics
  • minimalist design

Product Insights

Rick Owens' Sheer Rib-Knit Sweater is an avant-garde gothic-minimalist piece in sheer 100% cashmere that intentionally reveals skin through its semi-transparent rib-knit with denser chest and open sides. Its elongated fit, back seam, and shoulder slits enable over five styling options, but the delicate fabric demands hand washing, flat storage, and careful maintenance to prevent pinholes and stretching.

Verified claims

Versatility
It can be worn in 5+ different ways thanks to its slits and insert design.
Aesthetic
Avant-garde gothic-minimalist look from sheer elongated rib-knit and structural back seam.
Durability
Buyers report pinholes and stretching, but it can last years with care.
Washing and drying
Hand wash or dry clean, lay flat to dry, and blot moisture.
Storage
Store flat, comb pills, use moth deterrent, and repair holes by reweaving.
Cleaning
Hand wash in cold with cashmere soap, or dry clean; lay flat to dry.
Material design
Sheer 100% cashmere knit intentionally reveals the wearer's skin as part of the design.
Signature details
The slits and insert design enable 5+ styling options, while the back seaming helps shape the elongated slim fit.
Care required
Hand-wash and flat storage needed to maintain the intended elongated silhouette.
Sheerness
The fine rib-knit is semi-transparent and sheer enough to reveal what is worn underneath.
Layering
Reveals skin without base layer; suitable for intentional sheer or with underlayer.
Stress-point reinforcement
Because the ultra-fine gauge concentrates stress at underarm seams and shoulder joints, a tailor can add small, discreet reinforcement stitches along interior seams to preempt pinholes.

Product record

Title
Sheer Rib-Knit Sweater
Brand
Rick Owens
Price
750 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Sheer rib-knit sweater product image (primary)
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Product

Slim, long-sleeve, sheer rib-knit black sweater worn by a model, showing vertical rib knit, a crew neckline, extended torso hem, and semi-transparent fabric revealing the skin beneath.

  • Overall silhouetteForm-fitting long-sleeve sweater with a slim torso and extended lower hem that sits below the waistline visible in the image.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.80 (medium)
  • Fabric transparencySheer, lightweight knit that is semi-transparent across the chest and upper torso, allowing the skin tone and underlying contours to be visible through the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.38 (high)
  • Rib knit textureVertical narrow ribbing runs continuously over the front torso and sleeves, visible as fine vertical lines in the knit.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high)
  • NecklineShallow crew neckline with a slightly thicker knit edge collar that lies flat against the model's neck.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.02 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Sleeve length and cuffsLong, slim sleeves extending past the wrist area with cuffs that slightly cover the base of the hands; cuffs are same rib-knit but appear marginally denser.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.40 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (medium); x 0.74 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.46 (medium)
  • Lower front seam detailA narrow vertical knit irregularity or seam is visible at the center front lower torso, extending upward from the hem area.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.60 · w 0.09 · h 0.24 (medium)
  • Fabric finishMatte black knit with minor sheen where stretched over the chest; overall finish appears soft and fine-gauge.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a cropped model from neck to upper thighs against a plain light gray background; visible pants and hands act as styling props; soft even studio lighting with minimal shadows.

  • Shot compositionCropped portrait-style studio image showing the model from the neck to the upper thighs, centered slightly left of image center.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • BackgroundUniform light gray background with soft, even lighting and faint shadowing near the model edges.
  • Visible props - pantsBlack pants with a visible light-colored drawstring and metal zipper hardware are worn by the model and visible below the sweater hem.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.74 · w 0.56 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Model croppingThe top of the model's head is cropped out; face is partially visible from nose downward.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Lighting qualitySoft, diffused studio lighting producing low-contrast shadows and even exposure across the garment.

Colors

matte black· main body and sleeves#0E0D0D
Sheer rib-knit sweater product image 2
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Product

Left-side closeup of a sheer black rib-knit sweater worn by a model, showing shoulder ribbing, neckline, and transparent body knit that reveals skin beneath.

  • Sheer body knitThin, semi-transparent vertical rib knit across the torso and sleeve that clearly shows the model's skin tone beneath.
    1 regionx 0.19 · y 0.35 · w 0.62 · h 0.57 (high)
  • Ribbed shoulder panelDensely ribbed knit panel at the top of the shoulder with wider, pronounced ribs running from neckline toward sleeve seam.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.07 · w 0.34 · h 0.19 (high)
  • Neckline finishRound crew neckline with a narrow, slightly textured edge where the knit appears finished without a separate rib collar.
    1 regionx 0.39 · y 0.08 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Shoulder seam detailVisible seam area between shoulder panel and sleeve/body marked by a series of small, evenly spaced stitch holes forming a decorative join.
    1 regionx 0.56 · y 0.18 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Fabric opacity variationContrast between denser knit at the chest center and more open, sheer knitting toward the sleeve and torso sides producing visible skin contouring.
    2 regionsx 0.26 · y 0.38 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high)

Other

Studio portrait crop showing left torso and partial face of a model against a neutral grey background; soft directional lighting and minimal shadows highlight fabric texture.

  • Shot compositionTight left-side crop from upper chest to mid-face focusing on garment detail and shoulder area.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • BackgroundSmooth neutral light grey background with even studio lighting and no visible texture or props.
  • Model detailPartial view of a model's left profile including jaw, neck, and ear wearing a small metal hoop earring.
    1 regionx 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.37 · h 0.33 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, even lighting from camera-left producing gentle highlights on knit ribs and subtle shadows that emphasize fabric transparency.

Colors

black· body knit#0E0D0Dblack· ribbed shoulder panel
Sheer rib-knit sweater product image 3
03

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a male model wearing a sheer, long-sleeve rib-knit black sweater with a narrow crew neck, visible center-back seam, extended sleeves, and a denser knit lower hem with two small metal rivets.

  • Overall silhouetteSlim-fitting long-sleeve sweater shown from the rear three-quarter angle, extending below the waist with the hem covering the top of the pants.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high)
  • Sheer rib-knit fabricThin, semi-transparent vertical rib knit across the body and sleeves that reveals the model's skin tone beneath.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Center-back seamVisible vertical seam running down the center of the back, appearing slightly darker and more opaque than surrounding knit.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.52 (high)
  • Narrow crew neckShallow, narrow crew neckline with a slightly thicker ribbed trim lying flat against the neck.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.32 · h 0.07 (high)
  • Extended sleeves and cuffsLong sleeves that extend over the wrist and partially cover the top of the hand; cuffs continue the sheer rib-knit without a distinct separate cuff band.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.36 · w 0.24 · h 0.54 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.50 (medium)
  • Denser lower hemLower portion of the sweater appears to be a denser, less sheer knit forming a longer hem that sits over the hips.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high)
  • Metal rivets at hemTwo small round metal rivets or studs set into the lower hem area, spaced horizontally near the center back.
    2 regionsx 0.38 · y 0.78 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.78 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (high)
  • Back vertical textured detailA slightly raised vertical textured strip aligned with the center-back seam, creating a tonal stripe down the spine.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.60 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing a model from the rear three-quarter angle against a plain light gray background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadow.

  • Shot compositionModel occupies center-left of frame in a vertical studio shot, head turned slightly to the left showing a left profile of the face.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high)
  • BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background with even studio lighting and soft shadow along the subject's right side.
  • Visible pants and hardwareLower portion of black pants visible with a silver zipper pull and strap hardware on the left side of the image (model's right hip).
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.82 · w 0.38 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffused lighting from the front-left produces gentle highlights on the knit and minimal harsh shadows.

Colors

deep black· sheer rib-knit body and sleeves#0E0D0Csolid black· lower hem denser knit#0D0D0Ematte silver· metal rivets

Reddit Insights

4 threads · r/oldhagfashion, r/Rickowens

Reddit users praise the Rick Owens Sheer Rib-Knit Sweater for its unique versatility and avant-garde aesthetic, though some note durability concerns with the thin material.

mixed sentiment70% match

Overall positive feedback for design and versatility, but mixed due to durability issues like pinholes and stretching.

Themes

Versatility (multiple ways to wear)positive
Material and Build Qualitymixed
Aesthetic and Uniquenesspositive

Use Cases

  • Everyday fashion and casual wear
  • Summer wear due to lightweight and thin material
  • Creating a unique avant-garde silhouette

Watch Out For

mediumThin material can develop small holes, especially at stress points like armpits.
lowThe sweater may stretch out over time, particularly if weight is gained.

Compared To

vs Issey Miyake

Some users draw parallels between Rick Owens' experimental, customizable approach to design and Issey Miyake's philosophy of garments that invite owner modification.

Source Threads

  • The sweater is a versatile classic that can be styled in multiple ways

    It’s become a classic! He’s iterated on it a lot. I have a very thin ribbed banana tank top thing that I got a couple years ago from the Edfu collection.

    u/pg430View thread →

  • The sweater can be worn in 5+ different ways thanks to slits and inserts

    without the shoulder slits you wouldn’t be able to style it in other ways, the awesome thing about this sweater is that you can wear it in like 5+ different ways because of all the slits and inserts

    u/RocketPowahView thread →

  • A see-through virgin wool sweater lasted two years with minor pinholes

    I have that 100% virgin wool one which is slightly see-through, the exact model I have is called "oversized turtle" lol. Wearing it for 2 years straight and still holding strong, few pinholes and pulls but still looks great and is nowhere close to falling apart.

    u/Mrgmr1View thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-designer/sweaters/sheer-rib-knit-sweater--8946-1592624?colourId=0
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