J.Crew Email: A perfect sweater for now and later. Plus, FREE SHIPPING.

"Thanks!" to many of you, who shared the following email J.Crew sent this morning.

The email features the Tippi Sweater (Item 46725; $69.50), described as

The sweater you'll wear with everything—our classically styled crewneck sweater spun in soft merino wool. (This is one piece you can justify owning in more than just one color.) In a 14-gauge knit. Three-quarter sleeves. Hits at hip. Import. Hand wash.

I was excited about this sweater when it first came out! I know, a simple sweater... how boring. But I adore the delicious shades it comes in. What I am not feeling, that it is hand wash. Oh, whatever happened to machine washable sweaters?!?

J.Crew is also offering free shipping on orders of $175+ with code SHIP175. This offer expires Wednesday, August 17, 2011.

What are your thoughts on the Tippi Sweater? Have you tried on or own it? Does your local brick & mortar store carry this sweater? If so, please share.