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Crooks and Castles sweaters belong on this page, and it has no stock yet: the first knit pieces are still on the way. The warm tops Crooks and Castles sells today are fleece hoodies and crewnecks, which are a different fabric from a true knit sweater. This page explains what knits the label has released before, how a sweater differs from a sweatshirt, how one should fit and how to wash wool blends without stretching them. Keep the Crooks and Castles sweaters and cardigans page saved to see the first ones as soon as they are listed.
Knitwear the Label Has Released
Resale listings show that knits have appeared in the label's line over the years, though they are far rarer than its printed fleece.
A Button Cardigan in Gray and Black
One listing describes a men's button-front cardigan in gray and black, knitted from a wool and nylon blend. It is a quieter piece than the graphic tops, built on texture rather than a print.
A Crew Pullover with a CR Print
Another older piece is a crew-neck pullover in orange and brown with the CR initials worked into the pattern, a reminder that the label puts its marks on knits too.
How Crooks and Castles Sweaters Differ From Sweatshirts
A sweater is knitted from yarn, loop by loop, while a sweatshirt is cut and sewn from fleece. The knit stretches more, shows its stitch pattern, and usually carries any design woven in rather than printed on top.
Warmth Without the Bulk
A wool blend knit traps heat in its loops, so a fairly thin sweater can feel as warm as heavy fleece. That makes it easier to wear under a coat.
When a Fleece Crewneck Is the Better Pick
For a bold printed graphic, fleece wins, because a flat surface holds a print sharply. The Crooks and Castles crewneck sweatshirts are around 420 GSM fleece, with logos printed large across the chest.
Fit and Sizing for Knits
Knits relax with wear, so a sweater that feels snug on day one will loosen slightly. Compare your chest measurement against the chest and length size guide and take your usual size unless you want a deliberately loose shape.
Cuffs and Hem
Ribbed cuffs and a ribbed hem hold a knit in place at the wrist and hip. If they ride up, the body is too short rather than too tight.
Layering Under Outerwear
A slim knit layers well beneath a jacket. The black hooded puffer jacket has room underneath for a crew sweater on the coldest days.
Caring for Wool Blend Knits
Knits need gentler handling than fleece, because heat and agitation shrink wool fibers and felt the surface.
Washing by Hand or on a Wool Cycle
Use cold water and a mild wool detergent, by hand or on the machine's wool setting. The washing and drying guide explains why tumble drying is the main thing to avoid.
Drying Flat to Keep the Shape
Never hang a wet sweater; the weight of the water pulls it longer. Press out the water in a towel and lay it flat on a dry one.
Removing Pills
Small balls of fiber form where a knit rubs, under the arms and at the sides. A fabric comb lifts them off without thinning the knit.
Storing Over Summer
Fold knits rather than hanging them, and keep them clean and dry in a drawer so moths have nothing to feed on.
Wearing a Knit with the Rest of the Range
A plain sweater pairs naturally with the printed pieces, since its texture balances a busy graphic. Dark joggers or denim underneath keep the look simple; the Crooks and Castles fleece sweatpants page will list matching bottoms as they arrive.
Questions About Crooks and Castles Sweaters
Are Any Sweaters in Stock Now?
Not yet. This page will list the first knits as soon as they arrive.
What Is the Difference Between a Sweater and a Sweatshirt?
A sweater is knitted from yarn; a sweatshirt is sewn from fleece. Prints sit better on fleece, while knits carry patterns woven in.
Has the Label Made Knitwear Before?
Yes. Resale listings show a gray and black wool blend cardigan and an orange and brown CR crew pullover.
How Should a Sweater Fit?
Close but not tight. Knits relax with wear, so your usual size is normally the right one.
Can I Put a Wool Blend Sweater in the Dryer?
No. Heat shrinks wool, so wash it cold and dry it flat.
What Can I Wear Now Instead?
The fleece crewnecks of around 420 GSM are the warmest tops without a hood currently in the shop.