How To Buy A Cashmere Sweater (QUICK)

Thicker, shorter fibers; prone to itching and losing shape. Ply: Look for "2-ply" for better durability and warmth. Gauge: Higher numbers mean a tighter, finer knit. Inspect the Construction

Rub your palm on the surface; fibers shouldn't shed immediately. how to buy a cashmere sweater

Look for "fully fashioned" knits where pieces are joined, not cut. Thicker, shorter fibers; prone to itching and losing shape

The finest, longest fibers; resists pilling and stays soft. not cut. The finest

Overly soft sweaters in-store often use short fibers that pill fast.