Marks and Spencer shoppers are rushing to buy a 'luxury' jumper that does not carry a luxury price tag. The M&S Alpaca Blend Textured Relaxed Jumper is selling quickly on the retailer's website, with new colours recently released.
Available in sizes Extra Small through Extra Large, the Alpaca Blend Textured Relaxed Jumper now comes in five colourways. Alongside classic Midnight Navy, Chocolate and Ivory, two more vibrant hues have been added: festive Ruby Red and Green.
Price and Materials
The jumper costs £50 and is crafted from 35% wool, 35% alpaca, 27% polyamide and 3% elastane. This makes it a purse-friendly investment piece that shoppers should be able to wear for years with proper care.
A description on the M&S website reads: "This alpaca-blend jumper is a cosy addition to your cold-weather wardrobe. It's designed in a relaxed fit with a neat crew neckline. The brushed yarn ensures a soft feel, while the added stretch offers extra comfort. Ribbed trims on the neck, collar and cuffs add tactile finishing touches."
Other M&S Options
For those seeking a less expensive option, Marks and Spencer offers other staple jumpers. The Textured Crew Neck Jumper costs £28 and is available in four colourways, designed in a slim fit with a fluffy texture and ribbed trims. The Air-Yarn Crew Neck Jumper costs £18 and comes in eleven colourways, suitable for pairing with jeans, trousers or leggings.
Marks and Spencer's Cotton Rich Striped Crew Neck Jumper costs £26 and brings a cotton rich feel to a graphic striped design. Elsewhere, The White Company sells a Fair Isle Funnel-Neck Jumper with Alpaca for £145, while F&F offers an Alpaca Wool Blend Crew Neck Jumper in Brown for £39.50.
Shopper Reviews
The Alpaca Blend Textured Relaxed Jumper has been reviewed hundreds of times and holds an average rating of 4.6 out of five stars. One shopper who gave it five stars said: "Liked the jumper the moment I saw it in store. It is bigger fitting but looks so on trend. I went down a size. I will be wearing out for lunch and on colder days it feels so cosy."
A second commented: "Lovely, soft and warm jumper. Very 'relaxed' - would normally buy medium size but this in small is still roomy and sleeves a bit long so will turn them back. Bought the apple green which makes a lovely change to darker colours."
Another wrote: "Bought the green jumper, it's absolutely stunning! Really vibrant. It's also very comfortable to wear, not itchy at all." A fourth said: "Item is so soft and feels delightful! Fits beautifully and makes me feel soo stylish!"
One shopper noted: "I really love this jumper. I've only had it a couple of weeks and have already worn it loads." Another added: "I brought the Green jumper, which I just love the vibrant colour. Brightens up your mood for this time of year! Especially if you are feeling a bit low. This jumper is lovely and soft & I would Highly recommend you to go & purchase one. Even the Chocolate one is nice."
However, some reviews were less positive. One shopper said: "I bought the jumper in red for the festive season. I do love it but if anything I would have liked it to be slightly longer in the body. A lot of knitwear seems to be shorter these days." Another warned: "Lovely jumper! I love the fit and I got it in the red which is a gorgeous colour. It does shed a little."
Others praised the jumper, with one writing: "I wanted to update my wardrobe in time for Winter with some fine quality wool jumpers to wear over the weekend. These fit the bill perfectly and look and feel great paired with jeans or cords. I bought two as I love them." A final review said: "I bought the lime green version of this jumper. I did wonder if it might be itchy. It's not. It's beautifully comfy and warm. I love it. It's true to size."
