Better than I hoped
The camel coat is beautifully cut and the wool feels substantial. I ordered my usual M after using the size assistant — perfect through the shoulders.
Purchased: Wool Wrap Coat · Camel
Fit: True to size
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contact@hartwell-oaks.comPicture a cool morning, coffee in hand, in a sweater that keeps you warm without hiding you.
Most winter knits fall straight down and flatten everything.
Waistelle does the opposite.

The knit narrows at your waist, then flares into a soft peplum hem.
You get the cozy cable-knit feel, with a shape that looks put-together.
Cut to skim the waist, then flare — it never clings across the middle.
✓ Warm without the bulky box shape
The chunky cable knit traps heat, but the fitted waist keeps the silhouette slim instead of square.

✓ Your waist shows, no belt needed
The shaping is knitted in. No tucking, no cinching, no standing at the mirror rearranging your top.

✓ The flared hem skims your midsection
Unlike a straight sweater that clings, the peplum falls away from the body below the waist. It smooths instead of sticking.

✓ Soft polyester knit that holds its shape
No itch against your skin. It stretches as you move and springs back, so the peplum stays a peplum.

✓ 5 colors that work with what you own
Pair any of them with jeans, trousers, or a midi skirt. One sweater, a whole month of outfits.

What you get today
Seasonal knitwear production run — once this batch sells out, restock pricing may change.
Try Waistelle at home for 30 days and enjoy a cozy knit with a defined silhouette while this limited-time offer is available.
Try Waistelle at home for 30 days. If it doesn't fit, look right, or wear the way you expected, return it for a full refund.
Where does the peplum hem actually end on the body?
It sits just below the waist and flares from there. On the M it measures 24 inches in total length, so it lands around the upper hip on most women.
Can I wear this with a skirt, or only with pants?
Both work. Because the hem flares instead of tucking, it sits neatly over a midi skirt or pencil skirt without bunching.
Will the cable pattern feel scratchy on my neck?
No. It's a soft polyester knit, not wool, so there's no wool itch at the collar or wrists.
How do I keep the peplum from going floppy?
Wash it cold and hang it to dry. Heat from a dryer is what relaxes knit fibers, so skipping the dryer keeps the flare crisp.
Bring Waistelle to your closet today.
Not sure which size to choose? Use Find your size above — enter your height and weight, answer three quick questions and get your size in seconds. You can also see our size chart or email contact@hartwell-oaks.com for personal fit advice.
Free UPS shipping on every US order. Orders are processed in 2–4 business days and delivered by UPS in 2–4 business days from our North American warehouse. You’ll receive a UPS tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
Return or exchange unworn items with tags attached within 90 days of delivery. Email us and we’ll send a printable UPS return label. A return shipping fee is deducted from standard refunds; returns are free if an item arrived damaged, faulty or incorrect. Full return policy.
Please follow the care label sewn into your garment. We recommend gentle cold washing or professional dry cleaning for wool, cashmere and tailored pieces, and drying knitwear flat.
Worn & loved
Based on verified reviews
The camel coat is beautifully cut and the wool feels substantial. I ordered my usual M after using the size assistant — perfect through the shoulders.
Purchased: Wool Wrap Coat · Camel
Fit: True to size
Bought the sweater and the boots together and used the 3-item discount. Exchange for a different size was easy too.
Purchased: Knit Sweater · Cream
Fit: True to size

Leather is supple, no break-in pain. Sizing chart was spot on with my EU size.
Purchased: Leather Chelsea Boots · Cognac
Fit: True to size

Elegant without trying too hard. The fabric drapes nicely and the length is just right for heels.
Purchased: Satin Midi Dress · Burgundy
Fit: True to size

Arrived in 5 days, wrapped in tissue. The burgundy color is even richer in person.
Purchased: Ribbed Knit Sweater · Burgundy
Fit: True to size

Warm enough for chilly mornings without being bulky. I sized down one for a slimmer look.
Purchased: Quilted Jacket · Olive
Fit: Runs slightly large

The overcoat looks far more expensive than it was. Shoulders sit right, sleeves the right length.
Purchased: Wool Overcoat · Charcoal
Fit: True to size

We ordered his and hers sweaters for our family photos. Soft, cozy and shipped quickly.
Purchased: Knit Sweaters · Cream & Forest
Fit: True to size

High rise, wide leg, and the waist doesn’t gap. I emailed for size advice and got an answer within an hour.
Purchased: Wide Leg Wool Trousers · Cream
Fit: True to size

Coat, scarf and boots arrived together in one beautiful box. The 20% multi-buy discount made it a great deal.
Purchased: Coat, Scarf & Ankle Boots
Fit: True to size
Heavy, soft cable knit that doesn’t itch. Wore it to a game day in Oxford and got three compliments before noon.
Purchased: Cable Knit Crewneck · Cream
Fit: Slightly relaxed

I exchanged for a smaller size and they emailed a label the same day. Customer service you rarely find anymore.
Purchased: Long Wool Coat · Camel
Fit: Runs slightly large
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We reply within a few hours, 7 days a week.
Orders are processed in 2–4 business days at our North American warehouse and delivered by UPS in 2–4 business days after dispatch — typically 4–8 business days in total. Shipping is free on every US order.
At the moment we ship within the United States only, including Alaska and Hawaii.
You’ll receive an email with your UPS tracking link as soon as your order ships. You can also check the status anytime in your account.
Email contact@hartwell-oaks.com as soon as possible. As long as your order hasn’t been dispatched, we’ll gladly change or cancel it.
You have 90 days from delivery to return or exchange unworn items with the original tags attached. Read the full return policy.
Email contact@hartwell-oaks.com with your order number and the items you’d like to return or exchange. We’ll send you a printable UPS return label — pack the items with their tags and drop the parcel at any UPS location.
A return shipping fee applies to standard returns and is deducted from your refund. Returns are free if an item arrived damaged, faulty or incorrect — just send us a photo and we’ll take care of everything.
Once your return arrives at our warehouse and has been checked, we issue the refund to your original payment method and confirm it by email. Depending on your bank, it can take a few additional business days to appear on your statement.
Use Find your size next to the size selector on every product page — enter your height and weight, answer three quick questions and get your recommended size in seconds. You can also check our Size Guide.
The Size Assistant tells you when you’re between sizes and which one gives a closer or roomier fit. For coats and jackets you’ll wear over knitwear, we usually recommend the larger size.
All clothing is sized in US sizes. For shoes, the Size Assistant converts your usual US, EU or UK size — or your foot length — into the right size for each style.
Of course. Email contact@hartwell-oaks.com with your height, weight and the size you usually wear, and our team will recommend your size — usually within a few hours.
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Every piece is designed in our studio at 6017 Patton St in Uptown New Orleans and ships from our warehouse in North America.
Always follow the care label. As a rule: wash gently in cold water or have it dry cleaned, dry knitwear flat, store it folded rather than on a hanger, and let wool rest a day between wears.
Email contact@hartwell-oaks.com — a real person answers every message, usually within a few hours. Our studio address is 6017 Patton St, New Orleans, LA 70118, USA.
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