Chocolate Ruffle Peplum Sweater

Meet The Audrey Chocolate Ruffle Peplum Sweater—an indulgence in warm knit texture, understated femininity, and fireside Hollywood ease.

Wrap yourself in cozy refinement with The Audrey Chocolate Ruffle Peplum Sweater. Rendered in a heathered chocolate-brown knit, this sweater strikes the balance between loungewear comfort and tailored vintage charm.

Spun from a soft, wool-infused knit blend with a touch of spandex for ease of movement, it features a classic crew neckline and long sleeves. The design is elevated by a sweet, feminine touch: delicate 1/2-inch micro-ruffle edging along the cuffs and lower hem, creating a subtle peplum flair that softly flatters the hip line.

Whether unwinding at home with warm spiced cider, meeting friends for an autumn cafe lunch, or heading to the office with tailored trousers, The Audrey brings graceful warmth to every moment.

Product Details

• Color: Deep Chocolate Heather

• Silhouette: Crewneck knit sweater with ruffle-trim peplum 

• Neckline: Ribbed crew neck

• Sleeves: Long sleeves with 1/2" delicate ruffle 

• Hem: Subtle 1/2" micro-ruffle peplum 

• Fabric Composition: 66% Polyester, 22% Acrylic, 10% Wool, 2% Spandex

• Origin: Made in China

• Sizing Availability: XS, S, M, L

• Fit: True to size with comfortable stretch

Edith’s Where to Wear

• Cozy evenings at home with a mug of hot cider by the hearth

• Crisp autumn weekend strolls and leaf-peeping getaways

• Casual coffee dates, bookstore afternoons, and weekend brunches

• Polished, comfortable work-from-home or office days

Edith’s How to Style

• The Hepburn Classic: Pair with ankle-grazing black or ivory cigarette pants, pointed-toe velvet ballet flats, and delicate pearl studs.

• The Fireside Coziness: Style with cream corduroy trousers, cashmere socks, and a simple tortoiseshell hair clip for relaxing at home.

• The Polished Layer: Wear over a crisp collared button-down shirt with the collar peeking out, paired with tailored trousers and leather loafers.

Materials & Care

• Fabric: 66% Polyester, 22% Acrylic, 10% Wool, 2% Spandex

• Care Instructions: Hand wash with cold water. Do not bleach. Hang or line dry.

• Care Note: Gentle cold hand washing protects the wool fibers and keeps the micro-ruffle hems crisp.

Why You’ll Love It

The Audrey takes a cozy knit and gives it architectural charm. The 10% wool blend provides natural warmth, while the 1/2-inch ruffle edging and subtle peplum hem create a flattering silhouette that feels special even on your most relaxed days

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this sweater true to size?
Yes. Crafted with built-in spandex stretch and a relaxed body, it fits true to standard sizing 

What bottoms pair best with this silhouette?
Ankle-length cigarette pants, slim trousers, or structured straight-leg denim balance the delicate 1/2-inch peplum hemline.

How should I care for the wool-blend knit?
Hand wash in cold water with mild wool-safe detergent, do not bleach, and hang or line dry to maintain its soft hand feel.

The Leading Lady & Edith’s Direction

"True glamour does not end when the studio lights dim, my dear. The real test of style is how a woman dresses when she steps out of wardrobe and back into her private sanctuary. This piece belongs to The Audrey. Audrey Hepburn was the queen of cozy, effortless sophistication—think of her wrapped in a soft sweater with her hair pinned up, looking utterly sublime without a single stiff seam.

Picture Audrey returning to her Swiss chalet after a long day on location: slipping into this warm, chocolate-hued wool-blend knit, stepping into slim cigarette pants, and curling up by the fire with a steaming mug of spiced apple cider. It is intimate, charming, and undeniably chic."

P.S. A Note on Transparency: At Essentially Edith, our standard is to curate strictly animal-free, vegan-friendly pieces. Wholesale vendors do not always disclose complete fiber tags in advance, and this sweater’s 10% wool content slipped past us during ordering. Because transparency matters to us, we want you to have all the details upfront before inviting this piece into your wardrobe.