The Itchiness Index

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Beige sweaters, like this one from Levi's Vintage Clothing, are super fucking dope if you're an anal retentive person with a side case of O.C.D. and are able to keep them clean. These look great when they're styled with a chunky parka and a pair of light wash jeans in a catalog photoshoot, but they rarely ever stay clean for longer than a wear or two. I occasionally try to convince myself that I'm able to survive in the wild without spilling on them until I drop an entire glass of red wine all over it and bring myself back down to earth. However, an even bigger problem with sweaters like these is that they look cozy online, but, in person, they're the itchiest fucking things in the entirety of existence. Since this particular joint is made of Shetland wool, you know it's pretty itchy. I think online shops should be required to list an "Itchiness Index" with every piece of knitwear they sell. That way you know how much you'll want to rip your skin off when you wear something. I just spent this whole post pointing out problems with this sweater, but you should still buy it anyway and look like the catalog model.

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