ANDE-SC - Andersen-Andersen - Sailor Crew Neck

My taupe size large Sailors sweater just arrived. I’d put the quality of AA on par with Dehen. What do you think of the fit? It’s a little more fitted than I expected but I suspect it will give a little with time. Also not crazy about the upper arm area - what has been your experience with that? Overall I think it’s a keeper.

jordanscollected

@Phil_NYC I think that looks a size small, especially if you plan to wash it ever. And the upper arm area looks a bit “off” too. Just my opinion, but I’d maybe size up and see if it helps.

I will say I love that taupe color. I’m eyeing it in the skipper jacket

Phil_NYC

You might be right about the sizing although I think the XL would be too big all around. The upper arms are the area that feels off and also the neck hole. I will try it with a button down underneath and see if that affects the fit at all.

Giles

I don't think changing the sizing will sort out the neck and the upper arms. Some of the A&A designs are symmetrical, this one included, and that takes some getting used to.

Jack

@Phil_NYC

I personally feel it looks good on you, and it will soften and relax a bit where it needs to, but ultimately only you know how it feels on you.

As Giles said, they can take a little getting used to, the one i purchased for myself also feels a bit snug, but i know long term it will be fine.

Anesthetist

I think @giles is on the money w the issue being due to the symmetrical design and the heft of the fabric. I had a similar issue with a vintage Filson heavy sweater that was similar in design.
Silly question but is it the exact same if you wear it w the opposite side? I get that it is symmetrical but you never know.

Fwiw, I think the fit is spot on and it’s one tough looking sweater

Anesthetist

I also have some w my heavy Dehen shawl

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ANDE-SC - Andersen-Andersen - Sailor Crew Neck