Merino 250 Base Layer Crew Top

I really like this merino sweater. I got it in black so it's exactly as pictured online. It's true to size. I got an XL due to its style of a more fitted top vs. oversized when I get an L. It fits nicely over merino bra and merino tank top without showing any lines. So it's not skin tight on me. It feels soft enough for being 100% wool. Not like fleece but not itchy either. It can be worn as a nice thinner layer or on its own. The sleeves are longer which I like and prefer. You can always bunch them a bit at the wrist or fold them over if they are too long. No big deal. I'm not sure why some reviews stated that it was tight around the middle. I almost did not buy it because of those reviews, but I'm glad that in the end I decided to give it a try anyways because it's not tight around the middle at all. I'm 195lbs/38D and have a bit of a belly and this top is very flattering on me. If anything, it's even a bit slimming, particularly in black. It also looks less like athletic wear in black than other colors so you can get away with wearing it with jeans for a casual non athletic look. The price is very fair for the quality and compared to many other Merino clothing companies where the sweaters are typically way more expensive. I highly recommend you at least try this top if you are looking for a merino layering garment. it's pretty great.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A FB travel group recommended merino wool for travel because it packs well and can be worn multiple times. I purchased three brands and the Smartwool tops fit best, great weight. They were used on a 10-day land and train trip, no wrinkles, no odor. I plan to purchase more.