Bateau Neck Cotton Blend Sweater

I received this sweater as a gift because my family member knows I love Eileen Fisher. Unfortunately my sweater does not reflect the Eileen Fisher quality I’ve known in the past. In fact it actually feels and appears to be a bad copy of some of my older EF sweaters. As stated in another review the sizing is way off and the “hand” of the sweater feels cheap to me. This is probably due to the use of Tencel rather than 100% organic cotton as in the past. EF usually offers a cotton pullover every fall but this year’s is a complete fail. And the price point is ridiculous for an item of such poor quality.

I’ve been an EF collector for more than 30 years. The old stuff is the best. The new stuff is of poor quality and looks worn out after just 1 or 2 wearings. I am extremely careful and gentle with my clothes. This style is nothing special. I only bought it because I love the color. I’m thinking of returning it because it just costs too much for something so unimpressive, and it will look shabby so fast.

Gosh, I don't know what all the bad reviews are about. I got my regular size S and it fits perfectly. It is true that it is not oversized, but I love the fit. It hits me mid-hip and "hangs" nicely. It's very soft. Plus, the sleeves do not hang over my hands like so many sweaters these days. I just got it and have only worn it once so I can't speak to the pilling. I hope it doesn't pill as some people have mentioned. It is, however, plenty of money. For reference, I am 5' 2" 136 lbs. and I got size Small.