Rasvelle - Chunky Knit Sweater with Balloon Sleeves
Rasvelle - Chunky Knit Sweater with Balloon Sleeves
A chunky knit sweater with volume through the sleeve, gathering into a narrow ribbed cuff.
Sleeve volume is the easiest way to make a plain sweater look like it was designed rather than bought. The trick is putting the width above the wrist and not below it.
Why this sweater?
- Balloon sleeve: the sleeve widens between the shoulder and the elbow and then gathers into the cuff, which keeps the volume off the hand.
- Narrow cuff: a tight ribbed cuff holds the gathered fabric so it does not fall over the wrist when you reach forward.
- Chunky gauge: the heavy yarn gives the sweater enough structure to hold the sleeve shape rather than letting it collapse.
- Straight body: the body stays plain and close, which is what stops the sleeves from overwhelming the outfit.
- Round neckline: a simple neck keeps the attention on the sleeve rather than splitting it.
Ideal for:
Women who want one sweater that looks considered with jeans and nothing else added. It photographs well, which is why it tends to become the one worn to things.
Do the sleeves get in the way?
The cuff is narrow, so the volume sits above the wrist. Eating and typing are unaffected.
Can it be worn under a coat?
Under a roomy coat, yes. Under a fitted one the sleeve will compress.
How warm is it?
Warm. The chunky gauge makes this a standalone sweater rather than a layering piece.
| Size | US | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 2 | 31–33 | 24–26 | 34–35 |
| S | 4-6 | 33–35 | 26–28 | 36–37 |
| M | 8-10 | 35–38 | 28–31 | 38–40 |
| L | 12-14 | 38–41 | 31–33 | 41–43 |
| XL | 16-18 | 41–43 | 34–36 | 43–46 |
Body measurements in inches, not garment measurements.
Details
- Material: Acrylic and wool blend chunky knit
- Gender: Women
- Fit: Close body, full sleeve
- Length: At the hip
- Sleeve: Balloon with a narrow ribbed cuff
- Closure: None — pull-on
- Pattern: Plain
- Color scheme: Cream, Butter, Charcoal, Rust
- Care instructions: Hand wash cold or wool cycle, reshape the sleeve while damp, dry flat
Volume above the wrist, nowhere else.