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Browse all Drake's sweaters →Navy Lambswool Sleeveless Cardigan
The verdict
Fit
Sleeveless Drake's runs fitted. Navy is marked as 'Winter' collection, suggesting heavier-weight lambswool. Size true; expect snug through the shoulders.
Quality
Drake's lambswool pieces are well-executed and hold their shape. Expect durable seams and a soft, non-pilling fiber with regular care.
Is the price fair?
At 225 GBP, this is mid-premium tier for a British heritage sleeveless knit. Premium pricing reflects brand and craftsmanship, not budget-friendly.
Best for
Winter layering in structured contexts; someone seeking a durable, understated cardie in the most versatile color.
Care
Wash gently in cool water; lay flat to dry to prevent stretching and maintain the fitted silhouette.
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
