
JW Anderson
Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater
This JW Anderson sweater is a 100% sheep's wool knit with a relaxed fit, featuring contrasting navy horizontal stripes on a cream ground and a row of tortoiseshell buttons running along the left shoulder and sleeve. It is designed as a midweight long-sleeve knit for everyday wear, with ribbed trims at the collar, cuffs, and hem, and is made in Italy. The sweater has a crew-neck silhouette and visible button detailing on one sleeve, combining nautical-inspired styling with a signature JW Anderson eccentric touch.
- Material
- 100% Sheep's Wool
- Style
- nautical, classic, relaxed-fit
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Specifications
A luxurious 100% wool sweater with a nautical striped design, featuring buttoned sleeves and a relaxed fit.
100% wool knit, contrasting stripes, buttoned sleeves, stand-up collar, ribbed edging
- Material
- 100% Sheep's Wool
- Style
- nautical, classic, relaxed-fit
- Occasion
- vacation, casual, weekend
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% pure sheep's wool knit
- contrasting nautical stripes
- buttoned sleeves
- stand-up collar
- ribbed edging
- relaxed fit
- made in Italy
- cozy luxurious knit
- timeless nautical design
Product Insights
JW Anderson's Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater reimagines the classic Breton with a relaxed fit, stand-up collar, and asymmetric horn-buttoned sleeves for adjustability. Intarsia-knit 100% sheep wool delivers crisp, reversible navy stripes on ivory, natural lanolin for water resistance, and warmth, but requires dry cleaning. Priced at CAD 399.95, it offers $1,000+ craftsmanship—an advantage over competitors—balancing designer innovation with practical care needs.
Verified claims
- Buttoned sleeve
- Buttons along the left shoulder and outer sleeve are a signature design detail.
- Knit construction
- Intarsia stripes digitally knit and hand finished, with stripe alignment verified by luminous dummy inspection.
- Stripe construction
- Intarsia knitting creates crisp, reversible stripe transitions without floats.
- Stripe pattern
- Continuous Breton stripes on ivory base, echoing the original 14–15 sleeve stripe count.
- Design details
- Ribbed collar frames the stripes; buttons along the left shoulder and outer sleeve interrupt the stripe pattern.
- Price advantage
- CAD 399.95 is CAD 240 under Lyst UK and CAD 190 under Moda Operandi.
- Materials
- Intarsia knit 100% sheep wool with horn buttons — $1,000+ quality at CAD 399.95.
- Design differentiation
- JW Anderson's relaxed fit and buttoned sleeves update a classic Breton at under CAD 400.
- Silhouette
- Relaxed fit and dropped shoulders create a slouchy silhouette.
- Tucking
- Tucks cleanly into high-waist trousers for a polished silhouette.
- Sleeve Adjustability
- Sleeve buttons unbutton for wider blouson shape or easier rolling.
- Warmth
- Dense sheep's wool warmth for cold-weather layering.
- Water resistance
- Natural lanolin repels light moisture, retaining insulation in damp conditions.
- Care
- Dry cleaning recommended to preserve the knit and shape.
- Craftsmanship
- CNC digital knitting and hand finishing ensure precise construction and durability.
- Fit
- Drops the traditional body-hugging Breton fit for a relaxed silhouette with a ribbed collar.
- Sleeve buttons
- Buttoned sleeve openings for function and surrealist style.
- Stripe design
- Continuous intarsia stripes in ivory and navy, echoing the original Breton sleeve stripe count.
- Quality and origin
- Made in Italy from 100% sheep wool with natural lanolin for superior warmth and water resistance.
- Design narrative
- Modern reinterpretation of the Breton sailor top with asymmetric buttoned sleeve.
- Color and pattern
- Navy stripes on an ivory ground give a softer, more vintage contrast than stark optic white.
- Breton authenticity
- Authentic Breton sweaters are traditionally defined by a made-in-France origin; this sweater's made-in-Italy production trades that literal maritime authenticity for Italian luxury manufacturing.
- Pilling resistance
- Italian yarn selection and testing for this pure wool sweater reduces the chance of pilling and irritation.
Product record
- Title
- Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater
- Brand
- JW Anderson
- Price
- 1295 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
A cozy wool layer for staying warm
Made from 100% wool, this JW Anderson nautical sweater is described by retailers as cozy and crafted for warmth—a fit for cooler days when you want a warm knit layer. The buttoned-sleeve detail and bold nautical design make it a statement piece while you bundle up.[3,4]
Tucked into high-waisted wide-leg trousers
A styling idea for this heavier-knit wool sweater: pair it with high-waisted wide-leg trousers. According to the styling write-up, the high waist against the heavier knit keeps the wide leg clean, giving drama without losing structure. Note that the source describes this effect for a heavier-knit sweater generally, not this exact sweater by name.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater: Choose this if you want a cozy nautical statement knit: a 100% sheep wool sweater with cream and navy Breton stripes, a stand-up ribbed collar, and a signature row of tortoiseshell-style buttons running down the left shoulder and sleeve. The relaxed fit, ribbed trims, and Italian craftsmanship suit shoppers who want a classic sailor-top look elevated with a bold detail. Note the button column is shown only on the left sleeve, so the design is deliberately asymmetrical, and it comes in sizes X-Small through Large.[1,4,5,6] | Argyle Pattern Pure Wool Turtleneck: Choose this if you want a cozy, chunky 100% sheep wool turtleneck with a bold, colourful argyle statement, from the JW Anderson x Pringle of Scotland collaboration. It has a relaxed, boxy fit with drop shoulders, a high ribbed turtleneck, ribbed cuffs and hem, and large green, blue, and red argyle diamonds on a cream base, finished with a short metal half-zip at the front neck. Note that the fit is loose and slightly oversized, so size accordingly from the available X-Small to Large range if you prefer a closer fit.[7,8,9,10] | Tone-On-Tone Signature Anchor Sweatshirt: Choose this if you want a comfortable, high-end crewneck sweatshirt in a relaxed, drop-shoulder fit, made from pure cotton fleece jersey with ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem, and finished with Jonathan Anderson's embroidered anchor-and-ribbon logo on the chest in a baby blue tone. It's made in Portugal, so it also suits shoppers who value that origin. Note that it's listed only in Baby Blue in small and medium sizes, so it works best if one of those fits you.[11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a cream/off-white knit crewneck sweater with navy horizontal stripes across the body and sleeves, ribbed neckline, hem and cuffs, and a column of large round tortoiseshell-style buttons running from the left shoulder down the left sleeve.
- NecklineRibbed crewneck collar in the same cream yarn as the body, with visible horizontal rib stitch.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.05 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Body stripesEvenly spaced wide horizontal navy stripes across the front torso on a cream background; stripes are solid color bands of knit fabric.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.36 · w 0.56 · h 0.36 (high) - Ribbed hemWide vertically ribbed hem in cream at the sweater bottom, distinct knit texture from the plain body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Left sleeve button columnA vertical column of large round buttons runs from the left shoulder seam down the outside of the left sleeve to the cuff; buttons have a darker central area with a lighter rim giving a tortoiseshell-like appearance.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.76 (medium) - Left sleeve stripes and cuffLeft sleeve shows repeating navy stripes that align with the body stripes and ends in a ribbed cream cuff; the lower sleeve stripe area is interrupted by buttons near the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.82 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Right sleeveRight sleeve visible with navy stripes continuing and a ribbed cream cuff; no visible buttons on the right sleeve.
1 region
x 0.76 · y 0.34 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (high) - Knit textureOverall medium-gauge knit texture visible on cream and navy areas, with consistent stitch pattern across body and sleeves.
Other
Studio shot showing the upper body and part of the thighs cropped; neutral light gray seamless background and soft frontal lighting with mild shadows. A pair of blue denim jeans is visible below the sweater but is not part of the product description.
- Shot compositionCropped frontal studio view from just above the nose to mid-thigh, centering the sweater; model stands straight with hands relaxed near hips.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingUniform light gray seamless background with soft, even frontal lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
- Visible non-product clothingBlue denim jeans visible from the waist downward; jeans show a front pocket and seam details.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.78 · w 0.50 · h 0.20 (high) - Image croppingModel face is partially cropped so only lower face and chin are visible; whole arms and hands are partially shown with left hand more visible.
Colors
cream· main body and sleevesnavy· horizontal stripes#181725tortoiseshell brown· buttons- NecklineRibbed crewneck collar in the same cream yarn as the body, with visible horizontal rib stitch.
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Product
Side view of a knitted crewneck sweater in an off-white cream color with navy horizontal stripes on the lower body and sleeve; ribbed neckline, cuffs and hem; a row of glossy tortoiseshell-like buttons along the shoulder and outer sleeve down to the cuff.
- Silhouette and fitSide profile of a long-sleeve crewneck sweater with a relaxed fit and slightly dropped shoulder seam visible where buttons run.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.88 (medium) - NecklineRound crew neckline with a narrow ribbed trim in the same cream yarn as the body.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.04 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high) - Body patternLower half of the torso shows multiple horizontal navy knit stripes on a cream ground; stripes are of even thickness and spaced by cream bands.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.42 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high) - Sleeve patternOuter sleeve displays matching navy horizontal stripes that align visually with the body stripes, continuing to the ribbed cuff.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.36 · w 0.36 · h 0.46 (high) - Ribbed trimsRibbed hem at the waist, ribbed sleeve cuff, and ribbed neckline in cream; wrist cuff folded naturally around the wrist area.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.72 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high) - Button trim along shoulder and sleeveA single-file row of round glossy brown tortoiseshell-like buttons runs from the shoulder seam along the outer sleeve to the cuff; buttons are spaced evenly and sewn onto the knit.
2 regions
x 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.38 · w 0.26 · h 0.48 (high) - Knit textureVisible medium-gauge knit texture across the cream areas and navy stripes consistent with wool yarn; surface appears soft with slight natural nap.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Visible seamsShoulder seam is visible beneath the row of buttons and a vertical side seam is faintly visible near the torso edge.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.08 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.38 (medium)
Other
Studio side-profile shot on a light gray background showing a model wearing the sweater with one hand in a denim pocket; lighting is soft and even with minimal shadows.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with soft even lighting and minimal shadowing around the model.
- Model and poseTorso and right arm of a model seen in side profile, head partially visible; right hand inserted into the front pocket of blue denim jeans.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.04 · w 0.38 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.72 · w 0.32 · h 0.24 (high) - CroppingImage is cropped mid-thigh and cuts off part of the model's left arm and lower head area, focusing on the sweater side and sleeve details.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear detail and natural color rendering.
Colors
cream· main bodynavy· horizontal stripes#1D2134tortoiseshell brown· buttons- Silhouette and fitSide profile of a long-sleeve crewneck sweater with a relaxed fit and slightly dropped shoulder seam visible where buttons run.
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Product
Rear three-quarter view of a cream knit sweater with navy horizontal stripes on the lower body and sleeves, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a row of visible round buttons along the left shoulder extending down the sleeve.
- Overall silhouetteRelaxed-fit knit sweater shown from the back and slightly turned to the model's left, with visible shoulder, back panel, long sleeves, and ribbed hem that sits above the hips.
- Body material and textureMedium-gauge knit fabric with a soft, uniform stockinette texture across the back panel and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.10 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (high) - Ribbed trimsWide ribbed knit at the crew neckline, at the bottom hem, and at the sleeve cuffs with the hem rib noticeably thicker than the neckline rib.
3 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.04 · w 0.40 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.74 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium) - Horizontal stripe patternThree navy horizontal stripes that wrap across the lower back and continue onto the sleeves; stripes are solid, evenly spaced, and of consistent width.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.48 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.56 · w 0.28 · h 0.32 (high) - Buttoned shoulder detailRow of round buttons set along the left shoulder seam and continuing partway down the outer sleeve; buttons have a darker tortoiseshell-like appearance and are spaced evenly.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Sleeve cuff shapeLong sleeves ending in ribbed cuffs that extend slightly over the wrist; cuffs show the navy stripe pattern above the ribbing.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.24 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a neutral light gray background showing a model from mid-thigh up wearing denim; soft even lighting with mild shadowing behind the figure.
- Shot compositionStudio portrait framing the model from mid-thigh to above the head, subject offset slightly to the left of center.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background with no visible props or patterns.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Model and clothing not productPartial view of a model wearing blue denim jeans visible from the waist down; hand and side of face visible but not described as product features.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.76 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high) - Lighting and shadowsEven soft studio lighting that produces gentle shadows under the hem and along the arm crease; minimal specular highlights.
Colors
cream· sweater bodynavy· horizontal stripes#141422tortoiseshell brown· buttons
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4538095 | Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater - X-Small | CA$399.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4538096 | Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater - Small | CA$399.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4538097 | Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater - Medium | CA$399.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |
| 4538098 | Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater - Large | CA$399.95CA$1,295.00 | Out of Stock |