C.With the gradual lowering of temperatures, the search for indispensable items in the perfect winter wardrobe becomes more intense. THE cashmere sweaters I’m definitely one of them. Warm, comfortable, elegant and timeless, cardigans, turtlenecks and pullovers in the finest yarn hide a versatile and classy soul, capable of elevating any look. In the construction of a capsule wardrobe to be loved season after season, without ever getting bored, in which diktat prevails quality over quantity, cashmere sweaters cannot be missing. Also to be purchased for less than 300 euros.
The finest yarn
Where does the cashmere? With the woolly coat of a particular species of goat, reared in Afghanistan, Russia, Iran, India and Turkey. However, the most precious and sought-after quality comes from Mongolia, whose goats boast a particularly fine fleece. The production process that hides behind the production of cashmere garments is long and laborious, and mostly done by hand. Compared to wool, the material is softer, shinier and shinier, even in the versions recycledincreasingly present in the proposals of brands devoted to sustainability.
The cashmere sweaters to invest in
You can’t go wrong choosing cardigans and pullovers in timeless colors and equally classic cuts. Artknit Studios proposes a high-neck version, in recycled cashmere, while Pure Cashmere prefers softer silhouettes and brighter shades. Among the crewneck versions, refined and versatile, the signed declinations stand out Falconeriwhich has made the material – and the competitive price – its trademark; Jardin des Orangerswho opts for a more design cropped and innovative; Samsøe Samsøeminimal and sophisticated; Josephslightly transparent, perfect to wear under jackets and blazers.
The Falconeri crewneck sweater is made of 2-ply ultra-soft cashmere
Timeless cashmere pullovers with V-necks, to be worn on the skin or over simple T-shirts or printed shirts, for a contrast that works. Stefanel proposes an oversized, soft and comfortable version; Wins turns on the classic, while Iris & Ink incorporates the design of the classic polo shirt. Maje And Massimo Duttiinstead, they play with deeper necklines and bright shades. In addition, the cashmere sweaters with buttons, adherent and to be worn completely closed, like those signed FTC Cashmere And Theoryor in the cardigan version, with front pockets, according to the vision of Max Mara weekend.
The Stefanel cashmere pullover stands out for its oversized, relaxed and soft silhouette
For warm and glamorous looks
For theAutumn Winter 2022/23 one of the most popular combinations involves the encounter between cashmere sweaters, preferably thick and high-necked, and leather trousers, skinny or straight, in a convincing game of contrasts. Pullovers in the finest yarn also go well with jeans in any wash, perhaps flared or high-waisted, with midi skirts and knee-high boots, for outfits with a vague seventies inspiration. It is impossible to give up cashmere even under double-breasted wool coats and tailored blazers.
The rainbow of shades in which sweaters of this material are usually offered vary from gray to black, from beige, ivory and white, to burgundy to green, to blue and light blue. Color palettes to experiment with, without ever getting tired.
It wouldn’t be autumn without a nice cashmere sweater.
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