The SVERRE Norwegian cardigan with faux fur from Nebulus made a very good overall impression in our test. The cardigan is two-tone and has a wintry pattern that runs all the way around. In addition to the faux fur on the inside, it has a zipper on the front and a high collar. The jacket is available in three different color combinations and in three different sizes for women and five sizes for men. For our test, we received the cardigan in navy-white and in sizes S for women and M for men. The cardigan is extremely comfortable and keeps you warm. The material quality and workmanship are just as impressive as the cardigan in the practical test. This shows that the cardigan sits comfortably for a long time and the faux fur also feels very pleasant on the skin.
Advantages
✅ High wearing comfort
✅ Good workmanship and quality
✅ Practical zippers
✅ Collar keeps you warm
✅ Comfortable fit
✅ Warm and comfortable inner fur
Disadvantages
❌ Material specification in the store is not correct
❌ Not washable above 30 °C
The first impression
Packaging and labeling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Sturdy shipping box, additional protection against soiling with plastic bag | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste was used, items were packed very compactly | 100 points |
| Packaging convenience | Easy opening of the shipping carton with scissors or a knife | 90 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In our case, the SVERRE cardigan from Nebulus was delivered together with other products in a sturdy shipping box . The shipping box was undamaged and could be easily opened with a knife or scissors. The shipping box was also optimally sized, as it was filled to the top. This protects the environment: not only is the amount of material required for the shipping box minimized, but the small space required by the package also ensures better utilization of the transport vehicles. Inside the box was the SVERRE cardigan in its product packaging.
The product packaging consists of a transparent plastic bag in which the SVERRE cardigan was packed. The film is tear-resistant and cannot be stretched. A Nebulus logo is printed on the front of the packaging. There is also a sticker with a barcode, the product name and the size of the sweat jacket. There are warnings on the back that the bag poses a choking hazard. The information is available in four languages, including German and English.
The top of the bag has an opening which is sealed with an adhesive strip on the film. The adhesive strip is reusable. If the jacket is to be returned, the bag can be resealed with the existing adhesive strip. There is another layer of thin paper between the individual layers of the folded jacket to prevent the jacket fabric from rubbing against each other during transportation.
The cardboard box and plastic bag protect the SVERRE cardigan very well from damage and soiling.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the package complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Cardigan for men and women, requires no additional accessories. Supplied with cardboard disk with brand logo | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Not available, but not required. Washing and material instructions on the label. | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
As you would expect, the SVERRE cardigan does not require any additional accessories and is delivered without them. There is a cardboard disc the size of a beer mat on the label, which is printed on both sides in high gloss with the Nebulus logo, which can also be found on the product packaging.
There are no instructions for use, but they are not required. Washing instructions can be found on a label on the inside of the jacket, where this is illustrated with the familiar symbols. There is also information on the material composition of the SVERRE cardigan and the size and product name.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Winter design with all-round pattern and a patch | 100 points |
| Processing and material | Good, almost flawless workmanship, contrary to the product description, the jacket contains polyester according to the label | 45 points |
| Stability | Tear-resistant fabric in combination with strong seams | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Good quality indicates a long service life | 100 points |
| Total | 86 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
For our test, we received the SVERRE cardigan in navy-white for women and white-navy for men. In addition to these color combinations, Nebulus also offers the cardigan in black-red, black-white and white-black. The white and dark blue color combination gives the cardigan a wintery look. There is a version for both men and women.
The inside and outside of the cardigan are made from different fabrics. The outside is knitted from soft, thick threads. The patterns are not embroidered, but are created using different colors of wool thread. The inside of the cardigan is made of white faux fur, which even lines the inside of the sleeves. This makes the inside fluffy, soft and very comfortable.
The cardigan also has a zipper on the front. This is trimmed in dark blue wool to match the rest of the cardigan. The cardigan does not have a hood, but it does have a high collar.
There is an elasticated section of around seven centimetres at the bottom, the collar and the ends of the sleeves, which allows the cardigan to fit snugly in the corresponding areas. The cardigan does not have an eyelet on the collar, so a hanger is required to hang it up. Nebulus print tags are attached to the zipper to make it easier to grab and open.
The majority of the cardigan is navy blue . Only the shoulder area and the elastic sections on the collar, sleeves and underside are knitted in white. As a color contrast to the basic colors white and dark blue, the cardigan has a pattern of triangles, diamonds, snowflake symbols and Norway flags, which extend around the upper body at chest and shoulder height.
There is also a patch on the left forearm with Nebulus lettering on a Norway flag. The inside of the collar is also in the same style as the base color. This additional contrast between the cardigan and the surrounding pattern gives the collar a special touch and adds another subtle accent to the overall look.
The double-layered fabric of the cardigan is very thick, stretchy and tear-resistant. According to the label, the outer fabric is made entirely of polyacrylic and the lining inside is made of polyester. This contradicts the online store, where the jacket is advertised as 100% polyacrylic. This is of course unacceptable, as the material can be decisive for sales. The seams are all even and clean and hardly noticeable from the outside. There are hardly any protruding threads and, if there are any, they are only very short. There are no manufacturing faults on the cardigan. The cardigan has the typical, pleasant smell of brand-new clothing.
Overall, the SVERRE Norwegian card igan with its dark blue and white basic colors, Nebulus patches and all-round pattern is a fashionable garment with an appealing winter design. The quality of the fabrics used and the seams, as well as the overall workmanship, are also impressive.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Fit size | Very well tailored fit | 100 points |
| Wearing comfort | Comfortable fabric and fit, patches are not noticeable. Inner lining also feels very good against the skin. | 100 points |
| Temperature flexibility | Adjustable to a wide temperature range thanks to the collar and zipper on the front | 100 points |
| Washability | Withstands 30°C wash without damage, 60°C wash not possible | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The SVERRE Norwegian cardigan is sold in various sizes between S and L (men) and S and XL (women). In our test, we received the cardigan in M (men) and S (women). Although the cardigan is a little too big for our slim tester, who is 170 cm tall, it still fits comfortably. The cardigan fits loosely around the body without looking baggy. The faux fur on the inside also feels very soft and comfortable against bare skin. This also means that the patch on the forearm is not noticeable.
When the zipper of the cardigan is closed, the collaris very close to the neck. The neck area could be a little wider here, as it presses slightly. This problem can be avoided by opening the zipper at the collar a little. Then the cardigan feels comfortable all round.
As you would expect from the thick fabric with inner fur, the cardigan keeps you nice and warm even in very cold weather. The stretchy areas on the underside, collar and sleeves ensure that the cardigan openings are flush with the body. This prevents the cold from penetrating the inside of the cardigan. The high collar in particular has a special function: if the zipper is closed all the way to the top, the collar not only fits snugly around the neck but also reaches up to the head. This also effectively protects the neck from the cold. Of course, the fluffy faux fur on the inside plays the biggest part in keeping you warm.
By opening the zipper on the front, you can influence to a limited extent how warm the jacket keeps you. The collar is then no longer so close to the neck and the warm air from the inside can escape upwards. This creates a slight airflow through the cardigan. In particular, however, the neck is no longer in direct contact with the warming fabric. However, the effect is not sufficient to allow the cardigan to be used over a wide temperature range. The jacket is therefore only suitable for very low temperatures or for people who get cold easily.
In the last part of our practical test, we wash the cardigan according to the manufacturer’s instructions. For the SVERRE cardigan, this means an easy-care wash cycle at 30 °C without drying and ironing at 110 °C, which corresponds to the usual specifications for comparable garments. After washing, the laundry smells of the detergent used, but otherwise there is no noticeable difference. The cardigan survives the washing process without any damage or fading.
All in all, the SVERRE Norwegian cardigan was convincing in our practical test. It sits comfortably, feels pleasant against the skin thanks to the inner fur, keeps you warm and cozy and also withstands washing without any problems.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also examine consumer ratings and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good quality in the upper price segment | 70 points |
| Rating cut | 4.6 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 80 points |
| Total | 75 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.6 stars. There are often complaints that the fit or size is not right, as well as minor processing errors. Many customers like the quality, comfort and how warm the cardigan keeps them. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the quality and wearing comfort were good. The cardigan also keeps you very, very warm.
Prices of up to €289 are charged on the internet for equivalent products, with most winter design cardigans costing up to €70. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as € 29.54. The Norwegian cardigan with inner fur SVERRE from Nebulus is currently in the upper price segment with a price of € 159 on Amazon. The price is reasonable for the quality and the range of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labeling | 10% | 97 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 100 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 86 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 98 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer ratings | 20% | 75 points |
| Total | 91 points |
