Fransa
Openwork Cap-Sleeve Vest
This Fransa openwork cap-sleeve vest is a lightweight knit top with a boxy fit, crew neck, and buttoned placket. It features an all-over eyelet pattern with a decorative open-knit hem band, and is made from a 60% cotton, 40% acrylic blend. Designed for easy layering, it requires delicate machine washing and flat drying.
- Material
- Cotton and acrylic blend
- Style
- casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Size
Specifications
Lightweight openwork knit vest with boxy fit and buttoned closure.
Openwork knit, cotton-acrylic blend, buttoned closure, cap sleeves.
- Material
- Cotton and acrylic blend
- Secondary
- acrylic
- Style
- casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- Lightweight openwork knit
- Cotton and acrylic blend
- Boxy fit
- Crew neck
- Buttoned closure open at bottom
- Cap sleeves
Product Insights
Fransa's Openwork Cap-Sleeve Vest combines a boxy, forgiving drape with a buttoned hem that can be worn open to reveal the waistline or closed for a clean line, all in a partially sheer openwork knit that requires layering for coverage but offers breathability for mild to warm weather. The 60% cotton, 40% acrylic blend resists shrinkage, sagging, and pilling, and is machine washable—a practical alternative to hand-wash-only openwork knits. At $39.95 (down from $55), it undercuts comparable styles from $55–$80 or more, delivering a premium detail in an entry-level accessible vest. The openwork construction prevents clinging, ensuring a relaxed, non-restrictive fit that works alone or layered over slim tops, with sizing from XS to L (US 4–10). However, the partial sheerness is a tradeoff: layering is necessary for more coverage.
Verified claims
- Fit
- Boxy, forgiving drape works standalone or layered over slim tops
- Sizing
- Model wears size S (US 6); size chart maps XS–L to US 4–10.
- Hem styling
- Open buttoned hem forms a slit that reveals the waistline.
- Shape retention
- 60% cotton, 40% acrylic blend resists shrinkage and sagging through machine washing.
- Breathability
- The openwork knit and cotton blend make this vest breathable for mild to warm weather.
- Sheerness
- The openwork knit is likely partially sheer, so layering with a camisole is recommended for more coverage.
- Durability
- The 60/40 cotton-acrylic blend holds its shape, resists pilling, and is machine washable for easy care.
- Cling resistance
- Openwork knit prevents clinging, giving a relaxed, non-restrictive drape.
- Value
- At $19.99 CAD, this vest undercuts $55–$80 openwork knits with boxy fit and buttoned hem detail from $70+ brands.
- Care
- Machine wash inside out in cold water on a delicate cycle, then reshape and lay flat to dry.
- Seasonal use
- Breathable openwork knit works for warm weather alone or layered in cool seasons.
- Price
- Now $39.95 CAD, down from $55 CAD, making the boxy openwork style accessible at entry-level.
- Buttoned hem
- Buttoned hem can be worn open for a breezy look or buttoned for a clean line, adding a premium detail under $40.
- Colorfastness
- The creamy white shade resists yellowing and fading over time better than a purely natural white cotton garment because of the acrylic content.
- Button placement
- The buttoned closure is open at the bottom, so buttons are only along the hem.
- Wrinkle resistance
- The acrylic component adds wrinkle resistance and helps the garment hold its shape through machine washing.
Product record
- Title
- Openwork Cap-Sleeve Vest
- Brand
- Fransa
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Cream-colored openwork knit sleeveless vest with a round neckline, ribbed button placket and visible eyelet pattern; shown on a model from the front and slightly turned to the right.
- Overall shapeShort vest with cap-style sleeves and a straight hem sitting at the model's waist; front view with slight right-side turn.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - NecklineShallow round crew neckline finished with a narrow ribbed trim.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.13 · w 0.31 · h 0.12 (high) - Button placketCentral vertical ribbed button placket with small round buttons running down the front; placket is the same cream tone as the knit.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.22 · w 0.20 · h 0.48 (high) - ButtonsFive visible small round buttons, each slightly glossy and off-white in appearance.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.28 · w 0.06 · h 0.26 (high) - Sleeve edgeShort cap sleeves finished with a narrow ribbed cuff matching the neckline and placket.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.30 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - Openwork patternUniform eyelet/openwork knit across the upper body: regularly spaced round/oval holes creating a mesh-like texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.24 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Lower hem patternLower body hem shows a distinct open lace-like knit pattern different from the upper eyelet, creating a banded decorative panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.62 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric textureVisible knit texture with soft, slightly raised stitch definition and consistent yarn thickness across the garment.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.26 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the vest against a plain light background; three-quarter frontal crop showing head, torso, and crossed arms holding a woven prop bag.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to just below the waist; arms crossed over the torso with the right hand resting on the left forearm.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.88 (high) - PropDark woven bag is partially visible under the model's left forearm and hand; appears to be a separate prop, not part of the garment.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.70 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a plain light neutral background with minimal shadows; illumination is uniform across the garment.
- Cropping and framingImage is vertically cropped near the model's hips and above the top of the head, centering the vest and upper body.
Colors
cream· main knit- Overall shapeShort vest with cap-style sleeves and a straight hem sitting at the model's waist; front view with slight right-side turn.
- 02
Product
Cap-sleeve openwork knit vest in a cream/ivory color with a round neckline, ribbed button placket down center front, and a decorative open-knit band at the hem.
- SilhouetteSleeveless cap-sleeve vest with a straight, slightly cropped body and a round neckline.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.56 (high) - Main fabric and openworkAll-over openwork knit consisting of evenly spaced circular eyelets across the front and sleeves, producing a breathable mesh appearance.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Button placketVertical ribbed placket running down center front with a row of small round buttons; placket knit is tighter and ribbed compared with the openwork panels.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.20 · w 0.10 · h 0.52 (high) - ButtonsSmall round buttons with a light pearlescent or cream finish, spaced evenly down the placket.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.23 · w 0.03 · h 0.34 (high) - Hem band patternHorizontal decorative open-knit band at the lower hem featuring a diamond-like eyelet pattern distinct from the smaller circular eyelets above.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.57 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve edge finishShort cap sleeves finished with a narrow ribbed cuff that folds slightly outward.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Front opening detailLower center front is left slightly open creating a small vertical slit where the placket is unbuttoned at the hem.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.62 · w 0.08 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio fashion shot showing a model wearing the vest against a plain light background, holding a black woven clutch and wearing olive-green pants; even soft lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from head to mid-thigh, facing forward with left arm relaxed holding a prop and right hand in pocket.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.96 (high) - PropBlack woven clutch held in the model's left hand at hip level.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.68 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Visible clothing not part of productModel is wearing olive-green high-waist pants visible below the vest and a light-colored inner top visible through the openwork; these are props, not described as the vest itself.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.68 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high) - Background and lightingEven neutral light gray studio background with soft, diffused lighting and minimal visible shadows.
Colors
cream ivory· main bodylight pearl· buttons- SilhouetteSleeveless cap-sleeve vest with a straight, slightly cropped body and a round neckline.
- 03
Product
Back view of a short cap-sleeve openwork knit vest in a cream/off-white color worn by a model; garment shows eyelet knit body, ribbed crew neckline and sleeve edges, and a decorative ribbed hem with diamond openwork.
- SilhouetteShort vest with cap sleeves and a straight hem, shown from the back with a relaxed, slightly loose fit over the model's torso.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.68 (high) - Openwork knit patternOverall eyelet/openwork knit composed of regularly spaced small round holes across the main back panel.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.50 (high) - Lower hem detailWider decorative ribbed band along the lower hem featuring a diamond eyelet pattern distinct from the main body openwork.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Neck and sleeve finishesNarrow ribbed crew neckline and ribbed sleeve edges finishing the cap sleeves.
3 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.12 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Material appearanceKnitted fabric with a matte, slightly textured appearance consistent with a soft yarn construction.
- Visible seamsSide seam lines are faintly visible at the garment sides where it meets the model's arm.Partial
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.50 (medium); x 0.80 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.50 (medium)
Other
Studio rear-view product shot on a model against a plain light background; model's hair covers the upper back of the garment and the lower body shows olive-green pants which are not part of the product description.
- Shot compositionPortrait-oriented studio shot framing the model from the upper thighs to above the head, centered on the garment back.
- BackgroundUniform pale light gray or off-white seamless background with even, soft lighting and minimal shadowing.
- Model poseModel standing with right arm relaxed and left arm slightly behind, head turned slightly to the right so the right side of the face is visible in profile; long hair falls down the back covering part of the vest.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.52 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit image with sharp focus on garment texture; no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
cream· vest body- SilhouetteShort vest with cap sleeves and a straight hem, shown from the back with a relaxed, slightly loose fit over the model's torso.
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