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The Best Casual Sweater of Winter 2011

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American Eagle Shawl Collar Fisherman’s Sweater – $32.99* ($59.50)

*UPDATE:  Use code 39427841 for the discounted price.  These were gone off the web.  But they’re back in a few sizes.  Free shipping through Tuesday as well.  Price above reflects the online price.  If you’re heading in-store, they might be a little more.  Use their item locator tool here.  Discount is a part of their 40% off sweaters promotion, which is running online and in store through Tues. 12/13.

If you’re over the age of 25, you’ll probably feel a little out of place walking into an American Eagle store.  But this is worth it.  Currently 40% off through Tuesday 12/13, it’s cotton, it’s warm, it’s thick, and despite looking like it could be too generous through the sides when sprawled out on the ground, it actually fits pretty trim in person.
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The neck is nice and thick but not bulky, and the knit has that nautical, almost fair isle look to it.  Only unlike fair isle, you get to skip all the wild colors if that’s not your thing.  100% cotton, made in China (no surprise there) and the only logo isn’t visible since it’s on the inside tag.  Authentic looking, incredibly comfortable, oddly masculine, and under forty bucks.  Find one in store by using their locator tool.

Top: Jeans by Levi’s, Watch by Pulsar w/ custom strap, boots by Allen Edmonds, and no, that ain’t Daniel Craig.

Comments

  2. I just bought this yesterday. I loved it so much I was willing to pay full price but had a nice surprise at the register! Fits amazing!

  4. What in the sam hell?  I am wearing this exact outfit right now.  Son of a b*#ch!
    haha.  Guess we have good taste dude.

  6. Any opinions on their fair isle sweater ( http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?productId=1145_9530_574&catId=cat200133 )? I’m trying to decide if I should pick one up while they’re still in stock.

  8. I’m also wearing a very similar outfit today, except with a lambswool sweater from JCrew Factory.  I got it last season for just over $40 in a factory store, in case folks are looking for a plain-er alternative to this sweater.

  9. At least in my experience with 100% heavyweight sweaters, they start to sag a lot. They just lose their shape and hang there without retaining the fit. I prefer a little wool or tiny amount of synthetic in the material to help retain both the color and the shape. Just my 2cents.

  10. I have it. It’s surprisingly nice, and again, no logos. I’d get one if I were you. Fair Isle sweaters usually cost a lot more, and the ones that don’t will not fit as well as this one (it’s pretty trim).

  11. Hand wash in cold water with woolite. Let it soak for a while and churn it every now and then. Roll it gently in a towel a couple times to squeeze excess moisture and then lay it flat to dry. As the sweater dries you can reshape it. It’s done the trick for mine.

  12. only M, L, and XL available. So no for me. I need XS. It seems like all smaller size are sold out online and not available in stores since it’s on clearance sale. 

  15. I’m wearing this sweater at work as we speak. Also got it 40% off on Black Friday. It was worth bumping shoulders with the hoards of preteens there. Thanks for the heads up on it

  19. I like this recommendation a lot, but at 6’4″ it won’t be long enough. Any similar item at a store that sells Tall sizes?

  21. I am 6’4″, as well, and while AE stuff tends to be way too slender for me, their stuff does tend to be long enough. If you get a chance, check it out at the store.

  26. Anyone know how the sizing runs?  I’m 5’9″, 145 lbs. and I’m wondering if the small will fit me.  Doesn’t look like they carry XS in stores.

  27. I’m definitely gonna go check these out. This one and the Fair Isle, that is. I think I might go with the Fair Isle.

  29. IMO, AE’s stuff runs large. I’m 5’9, 155 and usually take an XS, at least in sweaters/outerwear.

  31. Yup, I went for the Fair Isle. But not this color. There was another color in-store, a kind of taupe/brown with blue and orange contrasting stripes, which I thought was nicer. Looks pretty nice with jeans, too, if I may say so myself.

  34. Normally I wear S for their button-up shirts, but their sweaters tend to be one size too large.  I suggest sizing down one size. 

    I picked up a S in-store with the 40% discount and a XS of the striped shawl collar sweater online (no 40% because it’s clearance).  The S is doable although the sleeves are an inch too long and the chest is a couple of inches too wide; I’m going to see if I can shrink it in the wash.  The XS fit perfectly, but I tried it without layers and I’m not sure if it will shrink in the wash. 

    I’m keeping the S because I prefer too big now than risking it being too small later and I like the fisherman’s weave more than the stripe.  $40 vs. $60 doesn’t hurt either. 

  35. While we’re on the topic of AE, anyone try on or own a peacoat from there?  Seems it could be a cheap way to pick up a well fitting coat.  Thanks

  37. Thanks JD, keep me posted when you get it about fit, weight and perceived durability. Anyone else with it?

  44. Just purchased this one at the local AE outfitter in a medium size.  Perfect fit and I’m 6’2″, 215lbs, the only downside was that it just shed a lot of lint.  Be mindful of what undershirt you wear with this and the fabric of said shirt.

    Thanks for the tip Dappered.

  45. Hmm… might have to try on a small tomorrow at the mall.  If it runs big, it might be a no-go.

    Sizes are pretty much out online, just XL left

  46. I have this sweater as well, bought it during the Black Friday 40% off sale. Definitely agree that it’s a great piece for the price. I’m 6’1 185lbs and bought a medium which fits very well, quite trim.

  47. Yup, what jicarv and DonM said.  Forgot to post the code up there (it’s on the home page when you got there, and it looks like a single use code even though it’s not.)  Thanks fellas!

  48. Yup, what jicarv and DonM said.  Forgot to post the code up there (it’s on the home page when you got there, and it looks like a single use code even though it’s not.)  Thanks fellas!

  51. Unfortunately I wear a Medium Tall, and they didn’t have that available online. I tried on the Medium after work, the sleeves were a good fit but I’d say it was 2 inches too short in length. I also thought it felt cheap so I wouldn’t have bought it anyways.

  54. Thanks for the tip. I picked it up in store for the same price tonight and might give it as a gift or keep it for myself. Decisions… I went a size down after trying a couple on. Ended up being tight in the arms but worth it over all. I’m kind of flattered to have something be tight in the arms.

  55. Wondering what you wear under this?  I had on a v-neck t-shirt when I tried this on and it looked kinda funny being just barely viable.

  57. can’t believe I just bought something from AE….got this one and the Fair Isle…at worst, I return them at the local store and tell them they didn’t fit my nephew…

  59. Picked up this sweater last night at my local store (they had quite a few in every size) for the same price as online.  Never thought I’d ever step foot in an AE again, but I have to admit it’s a damn nice sweater, and even if it only lasts a season, it’s well worth it at such a low price.

  60. pick this up yesterday, great sweater, fits a large thou, but good quailty for thirtysomething bucks!

  61. I got the lambswool halfzip from jcrew for that, what do you think? Now I just need a pair of dark jeans with a similar opening to the ones shown above to go with it. Any recommendation?

  63. Color : the navy is a bit dark, depending on the source of light. I might look black under some sources of light. Here’s a shot against my black overcoat : http://jdmd.me/EMn

    Fit : First of all, for reference, I’m 5’6″, 120 pounds, wear a size 34S jacket and size XS shirts. I ordered the XS size. http://jdmd.me/hCy

    The shoulders are narrow (to the point of being a bit restrictive) and the armholes are really high, so I can’t wear a blazer under the coat (I wasn’t planning to anyway). http://jdmd.me/90h

    I like the length, hit about mid-thigh, maybe a little shorter. It has a single vent. Please take note, the vent and all the pockets were sewn, you have to do the job yourself (or just ask your tailor). http://jdmd.me/f4s

    There’s no apparent branding on the outside of the coat, except for the top of the buttons. Not exactly visible. http://jdmd.me/9wn

    Construction : The non-buttonable buttons are a bit shaky, but they’re not falling appart anytime soon. A few excess threads, but otherwise the coat feels solid. The material is a bit stiff, it’s not a bad thing. It might be a bit more durable. The coat is fairly lightweight, with a bit of padding. I went outside for 20 minutes with a temperature around 17°F (7°F with the wind) and was warm enough.

    I would recommend a visit to the store if you can, but for the price (there’s 40% off right now), it does the job.

    If you got a question or need another picture, just ask.

  64. Just got my two sweaters in (Fair Isle and the navy shawl collar). Fit is not extremely slim…I’d say “traditional”. Shawl collar is a real beauty…pretty thick and seems well-constructed. The Fair Isle is a bit thinner; but, still a keeper.
    One note. I am 6’2 and the “tall” was too tall for me (at least in the Sea Isle)….exchanged with ease at the local store…

  65. The daltons are awesome but unfortunately i dont have the bank to invest in them right now.  any other suggestions you have to something similar and a little more affordable.

  66. Got mine yesterday.. I’m 5’8, 165.. 
    Found the size medium a bit too big. 

    The sleeves were a bit long and the shirt was a bit bulky around the waist. 

    Unfortunately, living in Canada, if I want an exchange, I need to ship it back out and wait for them to process everything. 

    I’m going to try to take it back to an AE store and say I don’t have the reciept. Not sure if it’ll work though 🙁

  67. I wore the sweater today for the first time and I love it.  The fit is awesome and it’s super comfortable. I’m 6’0, 178 lbs and I purchased a M. Thanks Joe for the great recommendation! I also purchased the pea coat from AE but I haven’t received it yet.

  68. 5’9″ 165# here. So my size medium sweater arrived and first reaction upon putting it on right out of the box was that it was uniformily too big. So I did with it what I always do with 100% cotton – I threw it into the wash and tumbled dry hot. Now it fits MUCH better – I would say it shrank a whole size. Glad I got the medium.

  69. Hey Jessy, just picked one up. This is my first peacoat (out of college) I was wondering what color  you recommend. The blue or charcoal gray? I’m looking for this to be a regular use so I want it to be able to go with most things. 
    Thanks.

  71. Ditto here, I got the S and shrank it down close to the XS I tried on without washing; now it fits perfectly. 

    Does anyone else have issues with the sweater shedding lint/cotton balls?  I’m wondering if it’s normal for this sweater or if I got a defect…