Grey-blue plush, muted dusty blue and milky side panels have come together into a sports kit for the only member of the team who is allowed to skip practice. They will put that face on the season cover anyway. Results are forgotten; a good-looking back lives forever in photographs.

The different textures do not compete, they play for the same team. Plush knit adds volume, smooth knit keeps the silhouette neat, and the milky stripes along the sides let everyone know they are looking at a serious athlete. The exact discipline remains classified. Possibly the one where you spend a long time preparing and then lie down beautifully.

The sweater can be turned inside out, changing the texture of the knit. The second squad takes the field in the same colours, but with a different pattern. Very convenient for someone who dislikes repeating a look but is perfectly happy to repeat their own victories.

The entire knit is soft, warm, medium-weight and nicely stretchy, just right for autumn. The sweater slips on over the head, suits both cats and dogs, and the low collar can be turned back slightly if desired. The belly stays covered, but the length is designed with boys in mind too: proper sportswear should respect personal space.