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Browse all 3sixteen sweatshirts →Cotton Crewneck Sweater ~ Lapis Boucle
The verdict
Fit
Boucle construction is slightly thicker and less stretchy than smooth cotton. True-to-size but may require less aggressive sizing.
Quality
Boucle durability depends on knit tightness; at this price, expect mid-tier construction with some pilling risk.
Is the price fair?
The $185 price reflects the texture upgrade over plain cotton; reasonable but not a bargain.
Best for
The buyer wanting subtle texture and visual depth in a neutral, wearable color.
Care
Cold water wash; lay flat to dry. Gentle brushing with a soft lint brush manages light pilling.
What owners report about 3sixteen sweatshirts
Coverage of the line centers on its weight: a heavy 500gsm fleece knit, cut and sewn in Canada, that reviewers treat as closer to light outerwear than a basic sweat. One owner's long-term account reports the interior fleece was plush at first but lost its softness after the first cold wash and hang dry, shedding some fleece before settling; the same review notes the neck opening is wider than typical and stretches easily. Reviewers consistently praise the ribbed cuffs, gussets, and hem, and the hidden on-seam hand pockets on crewnecks and pullovers.
- Strengths
- One of the heaviest fleeces reported in this space — dense, warm 500gsm fabric with sturdy ribbing and hardware that reviewers say justifies treating it as a cold-weather layer.
- Watch out for
- Owners report the interior fleece loses its initial softness and sheds after the first wash, the neck opening stretches easily, and body lengths run shorter than most comparable sweats.
- Sizing
- Advice is split by era: older runs are described as running a bit small with size-up guidance, while the 2024-revamped cut is called true to size with a roomier, boxier body that is shorter in length — reviewers say to check the measurements.
About 3sixteen's sweatshirts line as a whole. Sources: Crewneck Sweatshirt Comparison Review - auntay.com · 3sixteen's Sweats Pack on the Weight and Indigo - Heddels · 3sixteen Heavyweight Pullover Hoody - Withered Fig (stockist notes)