Lauren Ralph Lauren
Johnny Collar Ribbed Cream-Coloured Sweater
CA$99.95CAD
In Stock
This Lauren by Ralph Lauren sweater is a fitted, short-sleeve knit top featuring a Johnny collar and a shallow V-neckline. It is constructed from a stretch ribbed knit in a viscose and nylon blend, offering a smooth matte finish with vertical ribbing. The cream-colored sweater is designed for torso-length wear, with sleeves ending above the elbow.
- Color
- Cream-Coloured
- Material
- viscose and nylon blend
- Gender
- female
- Style
- classic, slim-fit, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Off White
Size
LARGEX-LARGE
Specifications
Ribbed cream-coloured sweater with johnny collar and short sleeves, made from a stretch viscose-nylon blend.
Stretch ribbed knit, fitted style, johnny collar
- Color
- Cream-Coloured · white
- Material
- viscose and nylon blend
- Secondary
- nylon
- Style
- classic, slim-fit, minimal
- Occasion
- casual, everyday, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- stretch knit
- ribbed texture
- viscose and nylon blend
- fitted silhouette
- johnny collar
- short sleeves
- cream colour
- pullover style
Product Insights
The Johnny Collar Ribbed Cream-Coloured Sweater presents a fitted, shape-retentive silhouette from a stretchy viscose-nylon ribbed knit that is opaque, moisture-wicking, and smooth with a cotton-silk feel for layering; the nylon blend reduces shrinkage and pilling, but requires hand washing and flat drying. Its core promise is a consistent fitted look that snaps back after all-day wear, with the main tradeoff being a tailored fit that departs from the typical relaxed Johnny collar, and a synthetic composition that, while durably priced at CAD 99.95 sale, undercuts natural-fiber alternatives.
Verified claims
- Opacity
- Cream-coloured sweater is opaque when worn alone.
- Fitted cut
- Fitted cut, supported by stretchy, shape-retentive viscose-nylon ribbed knit, while comparable styles are relaxed.
- Stretch
- Ribbed knit stretches two ways and snaps back for a consistent fitted look.
- Fabric feel
- The knit wicks moisture and feels smooth and soft against the skin.
- Care
- Hand wash cold and dry flat to prevent fiber weakening that causes pilling.
- Shape recovery
- Ribbed knit snaps back to shape after all-day wear.
- Durability
- Nylon blend reduces shrinkage and maintains shape when washed.
- Hand feel
- Cotton-silk feel with slip that eases layering.
- Material
- 79% viscose, 21% nylon blend reduces shrinkage and pilling and retains shape.
- Shrinkage resistance
- 21% nylon reduces shrinkage tendency; pure viscose can shrink up to 10%.
- Fit
- Fitted silhouette vs the typical relaxed Johnny collar.
- Competitive value
- Machine-washable viscose-nylon at CAD 99.95 sale undercuts natural-fiber Johnny collar alternatives.
Product record
- Title
- Johnny Collar Ribbed Cream-Coloured Sweater
- Brand
- Lauren Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 165 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Fit profile and sizing guidance
- While the Johnny-collar sweater template is typically relaxed or boxy at brands like J.Crew and Banana Republic Factory, Lauren Ralph Lauren explicitly calls this ribbed version a 'fitted style' — a more tailored, body-conscious cut that reads like a polished polo alternative rather than an oversized knit.
- The viscose-nylon ribbed knit has enough mechanical stretch to hug curves without pulling, so the fitted silhouette remains comfortable and forgiving — you get the sleek line of a body-con knit without the restrictive squeeze.
- Lauren Ralph Lauren also offers a fine-knit Johnny-collar sweater in a viscose-cotton blend with a relaxed fit, which confirms that the ribbed version's 'fitted' label is an intentional design distinction — buyers choosing between the two are deciding between a body-skimming shape and an easy, drape-y one.
Viscose-nylon blend feel and wear
- Viscose actively pulls perspiration away from the body and releases it rapidly, while nylon’s low absorbency prevents the fabric from becoming waterlogged; on a warm date night or in a heated room, the sweater stays dry and airy instead of turning clammy — a performance advantage many “dressy” knits lack.
- Nylon’s abrasion resistance counteracts the pilling tendency of viscose, so the creamy surface resists the tiny fuzz balls that can dull the look of a light-colored knit after a few wears, keeping the sweater looking refined through months of regular use.
- Even though viscose alone can lose strength when saturated, the nylon in this blend fortifies the yarn so the sweater withstands machine washing far better than a 100% viscose garment; paired with a cold gentle cycle and flat drying, the ribbed texture and smooth hand survive laundry after laundry without warping or fading.
- The ribbed knit structure generates strong two-way stretch all on its own, and the nylon in the blend amplifies the fabric’s recovery power — meaning the sweater snaps back to its fitted shape after a long day of wear and doesn’t develop saggy elbows or stretched-out cuffs the way a pure viscose knit might.
- The predominant viscose content gives the sweater a smooth, almost silk-like surface that feels cool and non-irritating directly on the skin, while the nylon adds a subtle slip that eliminates friction against a tank or camisole — so the sweater layers effortlessly under a jacket without catching.
Care and long-term maintenance
- Hand washing in water no warmer than 30°C with a mild detergent is the safest approach because viscose fibers lose about half their dry strength when wet, and the ribbed knit would stretch irreversibly under twisting or wringing.
- Because viscose fibers weaken with moisture and agitation, this sweater benefits from being worn multiple times before laundering—spot-cleaning stains and airing it out between wears extends the interval between wet washes, preserving the knit’s texture and the collar’s crisp line.
- If machine washing is unavoidable, turning the sweater inside out and placing it in a mesh laundry bag on a cold delicate cycle with the slowest spin protects the ribbed surface from snagging and preserves the garment’s fitted structure.
- Laying the sweater flat in its natural shape out of direct sunlight prevents the ribbing from sagging under its own weight and keeps the cream hue from yellowing or fading—heat or tumble drying would compound the shrinkage risk inherent to the viscose component.
- Pressing lightly on the reverse with a cool iron while the sweater is still slightly damp—or steaming it in the bathroom—restores the fabric’s softness and the intended length without the shine or glazing that direct heat can cause on viscose blends.
- The nylon content in this sweater makes it more shape-stable than pure viscose, reducing the typical 10% shrinkage rate of viscose knits—though it still demands cold-water washing and flat drying to avoid any dimensional loss in the fitted silhouette.
How it compares to similar sweaters
- Madewell’s version at $115 USD pairs a merino wool–silk blend with a slim, hip-length cut, offering a natural-fiber luxury that rivals the Lauren’s viscose-nylon on price while trading the latter’s fitted, short-sleeve ribbed body for a more relaxed pullover warmth.
- Brooks Brothers’ merino wool–cashmere (90/10) Johnny collar sweater at $188 USD moves into dressy, hand-wash territory, contrasting with the Lauren’s machine-washable viscose-nylon and short sleeves that prioritize warm-weather ease over cold-weather luxury.
- Within the Lauren Ralph Lauren line, a cotton-modal ribbed Johnny collar sweater (60/40 blend, available in blue) shows that the cream-coloured viscose-nylon version was chosen for a stretchier, more figure-defining rib knit; buyers who prefer natural fibers can opt for the cotton-modal variant, though it may lack the same level of body-con stretch.
- Mainline Ralph Lauren’s Johnny-collar jumper uses a cotton-modal blend in a relaxed-fit, long-sleeve silhouette priced at A$322, placing the Lauren iteration at CAD $165 as a more accessible, figure-hugging short-sleeve alternative for those who want the preppy collar detail without the premium price.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a fitted, short-sleeve ribbed sweater in a light cream color with a small pointed Johnny-style collar and a V-shaped notched neckline; the sweater is tucked into jeans at the waist.
- SilhouetteFitted torso-length short-sleeve sweater with sleeves ending near mid-bicep and the hem tucked into the model's jeans.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.58 (medium) - Collar and necklineSmall pointed collar with a shallow V-shaped notched opening at center front that creates a soft plunging V neckline.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.17 (high) - Knit textureVertical fine rib-knit texture visible across the body and sleeves of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high) - Fabric appearanceSoft knit with a smooth, matte finish and slight stretch suggested by conformity to the model's shape.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (medium) - Sleeve edgeSleeve hems are simple, unadorned knit edges matching the body color and texture.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Visible markingsNo visible logos, brand marks, or printed text on the sweater surface in this view.
Other
Studio front portrait of a model wearing the sweater against a neutral light grey background; model's arms partially cross and the lower torso shows jeans and a brown belt with a gold buckle.
- Shot compositionCentered frontal studio portrait cropped near the waist, showing model head to waist with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- BackgroundSmooth light grey background with no visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Model pose and visible accessoriesModel's right arm crosses under the left arm; visible accessories include small gold hoop earrings and a brown leather belt with a gold D-shaped buckle seen at the waist.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.72 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.04 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with natural color rendering and no visible motion blur; slight hair strands overlap the sweater on the left shoulder.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
light cream· body and sleeves#F5F1EClight cream· collar- SilhouetteFitted torso-length short-sleeve sweater with sleeves ending near mid-bicep and the hem tucked into the model's jeans.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a fitted, short-sleeve, ribbed knit sweater with a small folded collar and straight hem, shown on a model.
- SilhouetteFitted torso-length sweater following the model's back contours with a straight hem that sits at the top of the hips.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.24 · w 0.72 · h 0.52 (high) - SleevesShort sleeves ending above the elbow with a close, slightly tapered fit against the upper arm.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.21 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.65 · y 0.28 · w 0.21 · h 0.22 (high) - CollarLow, narrow folded 'Johnny' style collar that lies flat against the neckline across the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.12 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - TextureFine vertical ribbed knit texture visible across the back and sleeves, consistent and evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Fabric appearanceSoft knit with a smooth finish and no visible surface pattern other than the ribs; no visible fasteners or seams on the back panel except shoulder seams.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - Shoulder constructionVisible shoulder seam running from the neckline toward the sleeve, slightly dropped from the neck.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.16 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio rear-three-quarter product shot on a model against a neutral light-gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.
- View and poseModel shown from the back with head turned slightly to the left, exposing the left profile of the face and hair; full upper body visible down to hips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.84 · h 0.92 (high) - BackgroundUniform light-gray studio background with no visible props or patterns.
- Additional clothing visibleLight blue denim jeans with visible back pockets are visible below the sweater hem but are not described as the main product.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.64 · h 0.26 (high) - Accessories and stylingModel wears a single medium-size gold hoop earring on the visible ear and has long straight hair tucked behind the ear on the visible side.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Lighting and image qualityEven soft studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows and neutral color balance; image is sharp and high resolution for garment detail.
Colors
warm cream· body and sleeves#F3EDEA- SilhouetteFitted torso-length sweater following the model's back contours with a straight hem that sits at the top of the hips.
- 03
Product
Cream-colored ribbed knit top visible on model torso with a shallow V-shaped notch at the center front neckline and vertical rib texture; top is tucked into jeans at the waist.
- Body knit textureVertical ribbed knit texture across the visible front torso of the top, ribs are narrow and evenly spaced.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high) - Neckline notchShallow V-shaped notch at the center front of the neckline forming a small 'V' opening.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Layered white pointed collarPointed white shirt collar visible above the neckline, appearing layered under or with the top.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem and tuckBottom edge of the top is tucked into the jeans at the waist, with the ribbed fabric ending at the tucked hem.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio portrait of a model from head to upper thighs wearing multiple garments; neutral light gray background, soft even lighting, and a wooden handrail prop at lower left.
- Model framingThree-quarter portrait crop showing the model from head to upper thighs, centered in the frame.
- Wooden propRounded light wood handrail visible at lower left where the model rests a hand on it.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.75 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain light gray background producing minimal shadows.
- Additional garments visibleA herringbone-pattern blazer and light blue denim jeans are visible but are not the focus of the product description.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.24 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (medium) - Accessories visibleGold rings on the model's fingers and a brown leather belt with a gold buckle are visible at the waist and hands.
2 regions
x 0.57 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
Colors
cream· sweater knit body#C4B5B3- Body knit textureVertical ribbed knit texture across the visible front torso of the top, ribs are narrow and evenly spaced.
Documents & Data
Q&A
1 answered- Is the cream color opaque enough to wear alone without showing undergarments, or is it sheer?
- This ribbed knit sweater is made from a viscose and nylon blend with a stretch knit construction, which typically provides enough thickness to be opaque. While no specific opacity testing is available, the ribbed texture and fitted style suggest it should not be sheer when worn alone.