
Cecilie Bahnsen
Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater
The Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater by Cecilie Bahnsen is a cropped, long-sleeve pullover knitted from 100% merino wool with a high notched V-neck, wide ribbed hem, ribbed edging, and slightly flared ribbed cuffs. It is made in Italy in a dark brown fine-gauge stockinette knit and finished with a small contrasting embroidered floral-bow applique on the left chest. The garment has dropped shoulder seams and a boxy, relaxed fit through the torso, and is intended as a wearable knit top for everyday or occasion layering.
- Material
- 100% merino wool
- Gender
- female
- Style
- romantic, minimal, scandinavian, classic, cropped, handmade, artisan
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
A slightly cropped merino wool V-neck sweater with flared ribbed cuffs, embodying Cecilie Bahnsen's romantic minimalism.
Slightly cropped fit, high V-neck, ribbed edging, slightly flared ribbed cuffs, 100% merino wool knit, made in Italy
- Material
- 100% merino wool
- Style
- romantic, minimal, scandinavian, classic, cropped, handmade, artisan
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, date-night
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- 100% merino wool knit
- slightly cropped silhouette
- high V-neckline
- ribbed edging
- slightly flared ribbed cuffs
- made in Italy
- handcrafted in Europe using traditional practices
- Danish design by Cecilie Bahnsen
- romantic minimalist aesthetic
- subtly dreamlike poetic character
- upgraded twist on a classic sweater
- luxurious knit fabrication
Product Insights
100% merino wool Slightly cropped, relaxed/boxy torso with dropped shoulders Opaque mid-to-heavyweight merino, not semi-sheer Hand wash; no bleach; no tumble dry; professional cleaning; iron with or without steam Discounted designer merino with hand-finished European production
Verified claims
- material
- 100% merino wool
- fit
- Slightly cropped, relaxed/boxy torso with dropped shoulders
- sizing
- UK-based sizing; offered in SMALL, MEDIUM and LARGE
- neckline
- High V-neck with ribbed band and small central notch
- cuffs
- Flared ribbed cuffs
- hem
- Wide ribbed hem at the cropped lower edge
- weight
- Opaque mid-to-heavyweight merino, not semi-sheer
- comfort
- Soft enough for next-to-skin wear, per one buyer report
- color
- Chocolate/Espresso, a deep chocolate brown
- detail
- Contrasting embroidered floral-bow applique on left chest
- construction
- Made in Italy, handcrafted in Europe
- care
- Hand wash; no bleach; no tumble dry; professional cleaning; iron with or without steam
- pilling
- May pill or fuzz at friction points like underarms and cuffs
- felting_risk
- Avoid agitation and heat to prevent felting
- maintenance
- Airing between wears can extend time between washes
- climate_comfort
- Merino helps regulate temperature and manage moisture
- styling
- Statement layering piece; cropped hem pairs well with high-rise bottoms
- value
- Discounted designer merino with hand-finished European production
- variants
- One colorway, three sizes, all same price and in stock
- sleeves
- Long sleeves extend past the wrist with dropped shoulder seams
Product record
- Title
- Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater
- Brand
- Cecilie Bahnsen
- Price
- 750 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 5 stars, 1 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
A statement layering piece for cold-weather outfits
Designed to be layered as a statement piece, this heavyweight merino wool sweater brings substantial warmth and a structured drape to an outfit. The brand describes it as balancing cozy comfort with architectural form, making it a focal layer rather than a hidden one.[2]
Layering a cropped knit over a skirt
This merino wool sweater appears slightly cropped at the waist when worn, ending above a skirt's waistband with a wide ribbed hem finishing the bottom edge. It suits styling over high-waisted skirts where a shorter knit sits neatly at the top of the waistline.[3,4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater: Choose this for a statement layering piece crafted from luxurious, heavyweight 100% merino wool, which provides substantial warmth and a structured drape. This design features a slightly cropped, boxy silhouette, complemented by a high V-neckline, relaxed fit, and detailed with a small embroidered floral-bow appliqué on the left chest. The precise shape and fit are noted based on how the garment appears when styled.[1,2,3,4] | Katia Drawstring Top: Choose this sheer red organza top if you want a romantic, statement layering piece for standout occasions or over a slip for everyday styling. Its short, cropped cut and drawstring details add visual interest, though the delicate fabric and relatively low coverage make it best suited to mild weather and careful wear.[5,6,7] | Deeba Poplin Scalloped Cropped Top: Choose this if you want a white, sleeveless cropped top in crisp 100% cotton poplin with a boxy, slightly loose fit, a high ribbed crew neck, and a delicate scalloped hem with eyelet cutouts and embroidery. The back features three keyhole openings closed with self-fabric ties knotted into bows, reflecting what the retailer describes as Cecilie Bahnsen's eclectic Scandinavian street-couture style. Note that it requires dry cleaning and comes in sizes 6 through 14.[8,9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a cropped, long-sleeve dark brown knit sweater with a notched V neckline, ribbed hem and cuffs, and a small embroidered floral-bow applique on the left chest.
- Overall silhouetteCropped, boxy long-sleeve sweater with a relaxed fit across the torso and dropped shoulder seams.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.06 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (high) - NecklineShallow notched V neckline with a ribbed knit band that forms a small central notch at the throat.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit textureFine, even stockinette knit visible across the body with horizontal ribbing at the hem and cuffs.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.40 (high) - Hem treatmentWide ribbed hem finishing the cropped body edge, sitting above the waistline of the skirt beneath.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve cuffsLong sleeves that extend past the wrists with slightly flared and ribbed cuff openings.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.72 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (medium) - Decorative appliqueSmall embroidered floral-bow applique positioned on the left chest area; appears as a stitched motif in a darker tone than the sweater body.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-front shot of a model wearing the sweater against a plain white background; image cropped from the model's chin to mid-thigh showing a skirt under the sweater and the model's hands.
- Shot compositionCentered frontal composition showing the model from the chin down to mid-thigh; sweater is the visual focus.
- Background and lightingEven, high-key white background with soft, diffuse studio lighting and minimal shadows.
- Visible skirt and hands (not product)Satin-finish patterned skirt visible under the sweater and the model's hands at the lower frame; these are props/styling, not part of the sweater.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.64 · w 0.76 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.78 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
Colors
dark chocolate brown· sweater bodycharcoal black· embroidered applique- Overall silhouetteCropped, boxy long-sleeve sweater with a relaxed fit across the torso and dropped shoulder seams.
- 02

Product
Close-up view of the upper front of a dark brown knitted sweater showing collar, chest, ribbed hem, right sleeve, and a decorative embroidered bow on the left chest.
- Overall knit bodyDark brown medium-gauge knit body with an even stockinette texture visible across the front panel.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.78 · h 0.55 (high) - V-notch ribbed collarRibbed neckline with a shallow V-notch at the center front; ribbing is tighter and visibly textured compared with the body knit.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.11 (high) - Ribbed hemWide horizontal ribbed hem at the lower edge of the sweater, thicker gauge than the body stitch.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.72 · w 0.80 · h 0.14 (high) - Right sleeveLong sleeve in the same dark brown knit, visible from the shoulder down past the elbow at the right side of the image.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.25 · w 0.34 · h 0.55 (high) - Decorative embroidered bowContrasting embroidered bow motif on the left chest composed of outlined loops and ribbon tails; thread has a slightly shiny appearance and a lighter color than the sweater body.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.19 · h 0.17 (high) - Visible model croppingPartial model neck and lower face visible at the top left, indicating the garment is worn; hair falls over the shoulder.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.46 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Studio-style product photo with a plain white background, soft even lighting, and a close-cropped composition focusing on the sweater's upper front.
- Background and lightingUniform white background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionClose-cropped upper-body product shot showing torso and part of right arm; lower garment partially visible at the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (medium) - Minor shadowingSoft shadowing along the lower right sleeve and under the hem consistent with studio lighting direction.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.28 (medium)
Colors
dark brown· sweater bodysilver gray· embroidered bow- Overall knit bodyDark brown medium-gauge knit body with an even stockinette texture visible across the front panel.
- 03

Product
Rear three-quarter view of a dark brown knit sweater showing the back, sleeves, ribbed neck and hem, and knit texture; garment appears slightly cropped at the waist over a skirt.
- View and fitBack and right three-quarter profile of the sweater worn on a model; sweater sits at the upper waist and appears cropped relative to the skirt waistband.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineShort ribbed mock neck collar with vertical ribbing that sits close to the neck.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.03 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high) - Shoulder constructionDropped shoulder seam visible along the upper arm with a smooth join into the sleeve.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - SleevesLong full-length sleeves with consistent knit texture; left sleeve extends down to the wrist and shows slight looseness at the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.24 · w 0.35 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.28 · w 0.20 · h 0.54 (high) - HemWide horizontal ribbed hem band at the waist with tighter ribbing than the body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high) - Knit textureEven medium-gauge stockinette knit texture across body and sleeves visible at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high) - Color uniformitySweater appears an even dark brown color throughout with no visible prints or contrasting trims.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.04 · w 0.88 · h 0.66 (high) - No visible branding or textNo logos, tags, or printed text visible on the exposed back or sleeves of the sweater.
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the back against a white background; partial view of a patterned skirt below the sweater; soft even lighting with mild shadowing at left; image cropped at model mid-thigh and top of head partially out of frame.
- BackgroundPlain white backdrop providing high contrast with the dark garment.
- Model presenceModel shown from behind with head turned slightly to the right, right hand visible at the lower right edge and left hand near lower left edge.
2 regions
x 0.64 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high) - Skirt visiblePatterned dark skirt with small floral motifs visible below the sweater; appears as a separate garment not part of the sweater.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.54 · w 0.80 · h 0.42 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting with soft shadow on the left side of the image and mild specular highlight on the model's cheek and shoulder.
- Image cropImage is cropped near mid-thigh; top of the model's head is partially out of frame.
Colors
dark brown· sweater body and sleeves- View and fitBack and right three-quarter profile of the sweater worn on a model; sweater sits at the upper waist and appears cropped relative to the skirt waistband.
Variants
3 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4684752 | Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Small | CA$499.95CA$750.00 | Yes |
| 4684753 | Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Medium | CA$499.95CA$750.00 | Yes |
| 4684754 | Drusilla Merino Wool Sweater - Chocolate/espresso - Large | CA$499.95CA$750.00 | Yes |
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Customer Reviews
1 total1 reviews · out of 5
Très confortable
Très confortable