& Other Stories vs Ted Baker: which sweater wins?
Both land in the mid tier — the & Other Stories Wool-Blend Knit Sweater at $99, the Ted Baker Merino Crew Sweater at $110, just $11 apart. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| & Other Stories | Ted Baker | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99 | $110 |
| Material | Wool, merino or alpaca blend depending on style, fine-mid gauge. | Merino wool, cotton or wool blends depending on style, fine-mid gauge. |
| Fit | Fashion-forward cut, often cropped or relaxed; check the style. | Tailored slim fit, runs trim; consider sizing up. |
| Quality | Mid-tier — design-led with better fibres than high street; alpaca blends shed and pill. | Solid mid-tier — detailed trims and clean finishing; fine wool pills over time. |
| Best for | Design-led knitwear, softer wool and alpaca blends, and fashion-forward cuts. | Smart-casual dressing, detailed trims, and a tailored slim cut. |
| Care | Hand-wash or gentle wool cycle and lay flat; de-pill soft blends early. | Hand-wash or gentle wool cycle and lay flat to dry; shave any pilling. |
Which should you buy?
They sit in the same tier and are within $11 of each other, so it comes down to what you want out of a sweater. Lean & Other Stories for design-led knitwear, softer wool and alpaca blends, and fashion-forward cuts; pick Ted Baker for smart-casual dressing, detailed trims, and a tailored slim cut.
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