The Mid-Century Maximalist Vintage Sweater

This is vintage knitwear with personality.

Crafted in a soft cotton blend, this sweater balances classic cable stitching with a striking intarsia motif running down the center front. The olive ground color gives it depth and versatility, while the gold and purple detailing woven throughout adds richness and dimension.

What makes this piece truly special is the unexpected color story at the hem — a wide band of intarsia framed in gold and grounded by a vibrant magenta border. It feels bold, artistic, and a little bit maximalist in the best way.

Built-in shoulder pads give it that strong silhouette Tribute to My Closet loves. You can remove them if you prefer a softer shape, but we kept them in for that structured, confident finish.

The length leans slightly tunic, making it easy to style with cropped barrel-leg denim and a heeled boot to keep proportions balanced. Add aviators and you’ve got instant vintage-cool energy.

It’s playful, graphic, and completely unexpected — a true Brit’s Pick.

Brand: Claudia D
About the Brand: Claudia D is a vintage knitwear label known for bold color combinations and textural detailing popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Pieces often feature strong silhouettes and graphic intarsia elements that reflect the era’s maximalist design sensibility.

Labeled a size small. Pit-to-pit measures 25 inches across. This piece has a slightly intentional oversized fit and can likely accommodate a size medium as well, depending on your desired look and feel. Model is typically a size XS/S and 5’7” for reference.

In good pre-loved condition - some slight pilling on surface of yarns - nothing notable - an amazing piece!