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Browse all Drake's sweaters →Pink Brushed Shetland Crew Neck Jumper
The verdict
Fit
Shetland crew cuts run true to size and typically sit with a relaxed, non-tapered cut. Expect room for layering underneath.
Quality
Brushed Shetland holds up well; Drake's reputation on knitwear construction is consistent mid-market. Pilling may occur with wear, typical of this fiber.
Is the price fair?
At GBP 225 for wool knitwear, this lands fairly in the mid-tier—price reflects quality without designer markup.
Best for
Everyday layering through spring and fall; pairs well over t-shirts or under light jackets.
Care
Hand wash or gentle cycle in cool water; dry flat to avoid stretching the crew neckline.
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
