
JW Anderson
Waffle-Knit Polo Sweater
The JW Anderson Waffle-Knit Polo Sweater is a short-sleeve pullover made in Italy from a soft waffled cotton knit with a touch of cashmere, designed for mid-season layering and casual wear. It features a contrasting flat polo collar with a three-button placket and tortoiseshell-style buttons, stretch ribbed edging at the cuffs and hem, dropped shoulder seams, and signature loafer topstitching with a small silver-tone buckle detail at the side. The dark brown waffle-textured body is paired with a contrasting darker knit collar and placket in a relaxed, hip-length fit.
- Material
- Soft waffled cotton knit with a touch of cashmere
- Style
- classic, playful, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Color
Specifications
Mid-season waffle-knit polo sweater with a contrasting collar and JW Anderson's signature loafer topstitching.
Soft waffled cotton knit with a touch of cashmere, flat collar with three-button placket, stretch ribbed edging, signature loafer topstitching on the side, and made in Italy.
- Material
- Soft waffled cotton knit with a touch of cashmere
- Secondary
- cashmere
- Style
- classic, playful, smart-casual
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, business-casual, work
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops
Additional Attributes
- soft waffle-knit cotton fabric
- touch of cashmere for added softness
- contrasting collar in tone and texture
- flat polo collar
- three-button placket
- stretch ribbed edging
- signature loafer topstitching at the side
- mid-season weight
- polo sweater silhouette
- JW Anderson signature design
- made in Italy
- blend of style and comfort
Product Insights
Waffle-Knit Polo Sweater 88% cotton, 9% cashmere, 3% polyamide Contrast collar and placket are a tighter smooth knit in the same fibre blend Relaxed, loose-fit torso with dropped shoulders Dry clean only; do not wash, bleach or tumble dry Premium price reflects Italian make, cotton-cashmere blend and designer detail
Verified claims
- category
- Women's short-sleeve waffle-knit polo sweater
- material
- 88% cotton, 9% cashmere, 3% polyamide
- fabric feel
- Soft cotton-cashmere hand with subtle warmth
- construction
- Waffle grid adds warmth-to-weight and breathability
- collar
- Contrast collar and placket are a tighter smooth knit in the same fibre blend
- collar behavior
- Polo collars on soft cotton can curl over time
- buttons
- Three tortoiseshell-style buttons allow open or buttoned styling
- fit
- Relaxed, loose-fit torso with dropped shoulders
- sizing
- Offered only in SMALL and MEDIUM
- color
- Brown body with a dark contrasting collar
- hardware
- Silver-tone loafer buckle/stacked rectangular rings at the lower side
- trim
- Stretch ribbed cuffs and hem
- care
- Dry clean only; do not wash, bleach or tumble dry
- storage
- Store folded rather than hung
- durability
- Cotton-cashmere can last with care, but pilling is a possible concern
- season
- Mid-season transitional layer
- styling
- Smart-casual hybrid with preppy/designer character
- origin
- Made in Italy
- brand context
- JW Anderson applies playful, referential twists to classic silhouettes
- value
- Premium price reflects Italian make, cotton-cashmere blend and designer detail
Product record
- Title
- Waffle-Knit Polo Sweater
- Brand
- JW Anderson
- Price
- 965 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesUses
A stylish mid-season layer for everyday outfits
A mid-season sweater that blends style and comfort, made of soft waffled cotton knit with a touch of cashmere. Details like a contrasting-tone flat collar with three buttons and stretch ribbed edging give it a polished look. In the product image, it is worn untucked over dark trousers.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Waffle-Knit Polo Sweater: Choose this if you want a mid-season pullover that blends style and comfort, made in Italy from a soft waffled knit of 88% cotton, 9% cashmere and 3% polyamide. It features elbow-length sleeves, a contrasting polo collar with three buttons, stretch ribbed cuffs and hem, and a small silver buckle detail at the right hip. Note that the relaxed, loose fit with dropped shoulders is described as it appears on the model rather than from a stated size chart.[1,3] | Argyle Pattern Pure Wool Turtleneck: Choose this if you want a cozy, casual statement sweater: this chunky pullover in 100% sheep wool has a relaxed, boxy fit with drop shoulders and a bold, colorful take on the argyle pattern—large green, blue and red diamonds on a cream base. It features a high ribbed turtleneck with a short metal half-zip at the neck, plus ribbed cuffs and hem, and comes from a JW Anderson collaboration with Pringle of Scotland. Note it is a heavier knit with a loose silhouette that falls over the hips, and it is offered in sizes X-Small through Large.[4,5,6,7] | Buttoned Sleeves Pure Wool Nautical Sweater: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit, nautical-style knit in 100% sheep's wool, described by the merchant as cozy with prodigious craftsmanship. It stands out with an all-over Breton stripe and a signature row of buttons running from the shoulder down one sleeve, finished with ribbed trims and a stand-up crew collar, and it is made in Italy. Note the buttons appear on only one sleeve in the product images, and the wool construction is a statement of intended warmth rather than a reported wearer experience.[8,9,10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Front view of a waffle-knit short-sleeve polo sweater worn by a model; dark brown textured body with contrasting black knit collar and placket, tortoiseshell buttons, ribbed sleeve cuffs and hem, and a small silver buckle detail at the right hip.
- Overall silhouetteLoose-fit torso visible from upper chest to hip with dropped shoulder seams and a relaxed drape over the waist.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.86 (medium) - Waffle knit textureDense waffle or small-grid knit texture covering the entire sweater body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.18 · w 0.74 · h 0.56 (high) - Contrast collar and placketFlat knit pointed polo collar and wide placket in a contrasting black knit that frames the deep V opening.
1 region
x 0.31 · y 0.04 · w 0.39 · h 0.17 (high) - Button closureThree visible round tortoiseshell-style buttons arrayed along the right side of the placket, fastened through the left side.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric loopsTwo short knit loops visible at the top of the V opening beneath the collar on the left side of the placket.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.09 · w 0.13 · h 0.10 (medium) - Sleeve style and cuffElbow-length sleeves ending in narrower ribbed cuffs that sit close to the arm.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.38 · w 0.30 · h 0.26 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.29 · h 0.27 (medium) - Ribbed hem detailWide ribbed hem at the sweater bottom that is tucked slightly into the skirt at the front.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.58 · w 0.62 · h 0.25 (high) - Right-hip buckle detailSmall horizontal silver-toned rectangular buckle attached at the right hip, partially visible where the hem lifts.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.62 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - No printed or sewn textNo visible printed brand name, label text, or sewn text on the visible sweater surfaces.
Other
Studio product shot cropped at mid-thigh on a model against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model crop and poseImage shows a model from chin to mid-thigh with hands in pockets and the torso slightly turned; head is partially cropped.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingEven, neutral off-white background with soft studio lighting producing gentle shadows under folds of fabric.
- Visible styling propBlack ruffled skirt worn beneath the sweater, visible at the waist and hips as a separate garment.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.68 · w 0.74 · h 0.30 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with sharp focus on fabric texture and garment details.
Colors
deep brown· sweater bodyblack· collar and plackettortoiseshell brown· buttonssilver· hip buckle- Overall silhouetteLoose-fit torso visible from upper chest to hip with dropped shoulder seams and a relaxed drape over the waist.
- 02

Product
Right-side view of a waffle-knit short-sleeve polo sweater in a dark brown knit with a contrasting dark collar, visible button placket, ribbed cuffs and hem, and three small metal rectangular rings at the lower side seam.
- Body textureDense waffle knit texture covering the torso and upper sleeve, forming a small square repeat across the surface.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.66 (high) - Collar and placketContrasting flat knit collar and placket in a very dark color that lies open into a V, with three visible round buttons along the placket.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - ButtonsThree round buttons on the placket with a glossy, brown-amber appearance and visible buttonholes.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.15 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (medium) - Sleeve cuffElbow-length sleeve ending in a wide ribbed cuff in the same dark brown as the body but with a tighter knit.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.34 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high) - Hem finishRibbed bottom hem in the same color as the body, folding slightly against the wearer's hip.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.73 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - Side hardwareThree small stacked rectangular metal rings attached at the lower side seam near the hem, metallic silver in appearance.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.80 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Neck and shoulder seamDropped shoulder seam visible, with the shoulder line sloping into the short sleeve.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (high) - Visible model partsPartial view of the model's right arm, elbow and hip area, and lower portion of the face and neck; sweater worn untucked over dark trousers.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.00 · w 0.43 · h 0.86 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with a plain light background, soft even lighting, and the model posed in three-quarter side profile cropped at mid-thigh.
- BackgroundPlain uniform light gray to white background with no visible props.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter right-side view framed from about mid-face to mid-thigh, sweater positioned with slight forward lean.
- LightingSoft, even studio lighting with minimal shadow and natural skin tones on the model.
- Image qualitySharp focus on sweater texture and hardware; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
Colors
dark brown· bodyvery dark charcoal· collar and placketamber brown· buttonsmetallic silver· side metal ringsdark brown (ribbed)· sleeve cuff and hem ribbing- Body textureDense waffle knit texture covering the torso and upper sleeve, forming a small square repeat across the surface.
- 03

Product
Rear view of a short-sleeve waffle-knit pullover sweater in a dark brown body with a contrasting dark green folded polo collar, showing waffle texture, ribbed sleeve cuffs and hem.
- Overall silhouetteBack view of a relaxed-fit short-sleeve sweater ending at the hip with a straight hem and slight ease through the body.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.88 · h 0.84 (high) - Waffle knit textureAll-over small waffle knit pattern visible across the back and sleeves, creating a gridlike raised surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (high) - CollarFolded polo-style collar in a contrasting darker green color with a smooth knit finish, lying flat against the upper back.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.03 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high) - Sleeve constructionElbow-length sleeves with a ribbed cuff band that is visibly denser and smoother than the waffle body.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Hem finishWide ribbed hem band at the bottom of the sweater with a tighter knit and horizontal rib pattern.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high) - Seam detailVisible raglan-style seam lines running from the collar area toward the underarm on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.10 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.10 · w 0.34 · h 0.30 (medium) - Visible skin and fit at armsModel's forearms and hands are visible below the sleeve cuffs, indicating sleeve length and relaxed fit at the biceps.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.58 · w 0.20 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model from the rear against a plain light background with even lighting and minimal shadow; image is cropped above the head and below the hips.
- View and compositionRear three-quarter view of a person wearing the sweater, cropped at the neck and mid-thigh so the garment back is centered.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth light gray to off-white background with even, diffuse studio lighting and soft shadows under the arms.
- Model poseModel stands with left arm relaxed at side and right hand partially visible near hip, head turned slightly to the right.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.32 (high)
Colors
dark brown· sweater bodydeep forest green· collar- Overall silhouetteBack view of a relaxed-fit short-sleeve sweater ending at the hip with a straight hem and slight ease through the body.