Cashmere Sweater Hierarchy

[Johnny80]

Yes I have an Isaia jacket. It's a moderate slim fit. Not bad, but I prefer more classic cuts from Canali and Zegna.

i bet that Isaia jacket has an Drop 8 ?!
Canali and Zegna also offers from Drop 6 to Drop 10
Attolini has only Drop 7 most of their RTW
Kiton has everything....you go nuts if you want bespoke from them

 

[Bayou Tiger]

not in mass production because in knitwear (garment less expose to friction) its cheaper for the maker to make 70% cashmere+30% silk and come close to an 100% worsted knit, almost same durability with the same bit of shines that silk and worsted wool/cashmere offer. Worsted yarns are smooth and look more lustrous thats why they keep the suits in worsted wool because the pants are more expose to friction.

Here is an example
Purdey Crew Neck

“Purdey's sweater is knitted from worsted cashmere, a long-staple, compact yarn that results in a super-smooth handle. The seamless construction makes it lighter and more flexible, too.”

I didn’t know if worsted is typical but they are trying to make this sound expensive, or if worsted is truly a unique, high end feature.

 

[Johnny80]

worsted cashmere it is unique but you need to like the look of it

For example JoE has also worsted cashmere as far as i know

 

[DorianGreen]

Here is an example
Purdey Crew Neck

“Purdey's sweater is knitted from worsted cashmere, a long-staple, compact yarn that results in a super-smooth handle. The seamless construction makes it lighter and more flexible, too.”

I didn’t know if worsted is typical but they are trying to make this sound expensive, or if worsted is truly a unique, high end feature.

It actually looks very smooth with a subtle lustre. Personally I prefer a matte look, but wouldn't disdain to wear occasionally something like that.

I took a look at Purdey's website: interestingly the sweater is made in Italy, whereas other styles are made in Scotland.

https://shop.purdey.com/products/extrafine-worsted-cashmere-seamless-crew-neck-in-canvas-blue

 

[DorianGreen]

The new Open Collar Cashmere Jumper by Private White (presumably made by Johnstons of Elgin). In three classic colours available, Cobble Grey, Ink and Bark.

Liking this style more and more. Also fond of the original texture.

 

[Bespoke DJP]

The new Open Collar Cashmere Jumper by Private White (presumably made by Johnstons of Elgin). In three classic colours available, Cobble Grey, Ink and Bark.

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Liking this style more and more. Also fond of the original texture.

YES!

 

[redsockspugie]

Hello

 

[HotDilf]

New knit for chilling at home - 1.5 pounds of baby cashmere

Happy Sunday!

 

[lockstock]

After losing weight, some sweaters no longer fit me properly!

How should one approach shortening a crewneck sweater both lengthwise and widthwise?

 

[bluespirit]

After losing weight, some sweaters no longer fit me properly!

How should one approach shortening a crewneck sweater both lengthwise and widthwise?

If it's not a tubular construction, a tailor should be able to cut and sew

I think that even with a tubular knitwear (those don't have a seam along the side), a tailor should be able to do that, but you'll lose the original seamless construction

 

[lockstock]

If it's not a tubular construction, a tailor should be able to cut and sew

I think that even with a tubular knitwear (those don't have a seam along the side), a tailor should be able to do that, but you'll lose the original construction

Thanks for the idea! Do you reckon though that dipping it in warm/hot water and hoping for the best is a viable alternative?

 

[Xyol]

Thanks for the idea! Do you reckon though that dipping it in warm/hot water and hoping for the best is a viable alternative?

I would suggest literally everything but dipping and hoping for the best. Bluespirit's suggestion is the one you should go for.

 

[bluespirit]

Thanks for the idea! Do you reckon though that dipping it in warm/hot water and hoping for the best is a viable alternative?

I wouldn't do that. It will shrink everywhere, instead of the parts you want to readjust. And you can't control the amount of shrinkage. What's more, it's likely to make the jumper felted.

However, if it has not been washed for a long time, immersing it in water at room temperature, or even slightly warm (around 30°C), should give it its original shape.

 

[Johnny80]

Thanks for the idea! Do you reckon though that dipping it in warm/hot water and hoping for the best is a viable alternative?

Again like bluespirit told you, a tailor will do the trick, a great tailor can do the trick for patterns alignments knits as well. So based on your type of knits i would ask the tailor first what he can do

 

[bluespirit]

Anyone knows the manufacturer of Caruso's scarves?

I'm looking for a fine navy cashmere scarf to go with suits and dressy coats, and I found this one: https://carusomenswear.com/en/products/scarf-in-cashmere-and-silk-blue