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Browse all Drake's sweaters →Grey Brushed Shetland Mock Neck Jumper
The verdict
Fit
Mock neck sits higher and snugger than crew; provides more coverage without a full turtleneck bulk. Drake's sizing is true; the higher neck may feel tighter if you prefer loose collars.
Quality
Same brushed Shetland wool as the crew necks, consistent Drake's construction. Mock neck adds a design point without changing durability.
Is the price fair?
245 GBP places it at the cable-knit tier despite simpler construction—the neckline detail justifies the 20 GBP markup over basic crew necks.
Best for
The wearer who wants a little more neck coverage and appreciates a subtle style update.
Care
Hand wash and dry flat; mock necks hold their shape better if not over-dried.
What owners report about Drake's sweaters
Owners on Styleforum report the knits holding up to heavy use — one wore a fair isle cashmere piece hard all winter with little to any pilling. The range is knitted by different outside mills, and owners note the specs vary between models, so fit is not consistent across the line: some pieces are reported to run small in the chest and body length while others run large. Price is the recurring gripe — even posters who like the knitwear say the brand tends to overcharge relative to what comparable Scottish-knit pieces cost.
- Strengths
- Durability — owners report seasons of hard wear with minimal pilling on the wool and cashmere knits.
- Watch out for
- Sizing is inconsistent from style to style because different mills knit different models, and several owners consider the line overpriced for what it is.
- Sizing
- Measurements differ between models, so owners advise checking each piece's measurements rather than trusting your usual size — and when in doubt, sizing up.
About Drake's's sweaters line as a whole. Sources: Who produces Drake's cashmere sweaters/cardigans? — Styleforum · Drakes Knitwear Question - Odd Sizing — Styleforum
