A cowl neck sweater is a knitted garment that creates the illusion of covering the neck and upper chest. It features a draped neckline that hangs down in the front and back of the garment and can be worn folded over or as a hood-like collar. It comes in a variety of styles, such as those that fit tightly to the body and ones with a loose fit. Some versions of the cowl neck sweater are sleeveless, while others have long sleeves or short sleeves.