Linea by Louis Dell'Olio

[culebra]

Linea Ladies

I am big Linea purchaser, but I have never purchased the Linea Turtleneck A72448 - even though Louis has sold thousands and thousands.  What I am asking is about the fit?  I always take a small in Linea Whisper Knit sweaters, but I take a medium in jackets, coats etc.  This sweater looks a little short and skimpy in photo's.  Do you think I should buy a medium instead of my usual small.  I like my clothing to fit closer to the body, but not tight.

Thanks in advance for your advice.

[ItsME]

@culebra ... Did you check the garment measurements?  I do that, and it helps.  Since you have other clothing from the line, I'd compare the measurements of the turtlenect to the measurements of other Linea tops you have.  Good luck!

[BirkiLady]

@culebraLouis' WK sweaters and his turtlenecks fit exactly alike. Stay with your normal size. Remember, the WK's do stretch. 

[rochelleS]

@culebra

I agree with @BirkiLady, stick to your regular size. When I've tried my next size up there was too much fabric. The excess under the arms and across the back was gape-y and ill fitting. Looking, well too big and rather boxy. When I've opted for a close fit and went down a size, I found the neck, where the t neck is sewn on a bit tight. Wearable but snug.

Congrats on your first t neck. They are fabulous. 

[tipsy]

I always size up in the turtleneck to get the bit of extra length.  It's the only WK style that I size up in.  On me the larger size just makes it more comfortable, but it's not sloppy or baggy.

[JustJazzmom]

Compare the cross back across the shoulders on your WK sweaters & order accordingly. I wouldn't size up because then the armpits will be further away from your natural armpits & look like you have the wrong size on.

[culebra]

Thank you Linea Ladies!  Based on all of your advice and after checking the measurements, I purchased my usual Linea size in his popular turtleneck.  I knew I would get perfect advice from you ladies.

[santorini]

I do size up on his turtlenecks.  I don't like things too tight around my stomach area so I appreciate the extra inch or so when I size up.

[tipsy]

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@santorini wrote:

I do size up on his turtlenecks.  I don't like things too tight around my stomach area so I appreciate the extra inch or so when I size up.

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 @santorini yes, the turtlenecks have that ribbed hem that kind of clings. I forgot that was the other reason I like to size up.