The best cashmere jumpers for uber-luxe layering
Cashmere jumpers are softer, lighter and can take any shape you like. From Cos to Burberry, check out our picks for the best cashmere jumpers of the season
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Cashmere jumpers feel softer and lighter than their woollen counterparts. And that is all you should need to know to consider delving into the cashmere jumper market. The imperious softness and eco-friendly qualities of the fabric make it the ideal material to layer up in once the sun sets on outside rendezvous this season.
Cashmere is a magical material. It is softer, lighter, and up to three times more insulating than regular sheep’s wool. It comes from the cashmere goat found across the Himalayas where temperatures can plummet to the icy depths of -30C. The cashmere goat doesn’t produce as much usable material as a sheep and so, owing to the beautiful logic of supply and demand, that explains why the price is higher.
But make the leap and you shan’t regret it. Not only is cashmere the ideal construction for a layered look, but fashion brands are increasingly making it the most stylish option for your consideration. From timeless pieces by Everlane and Arket to those more statement takes by The Elder Statesman and Gucci, these are our pick of the best cashmere jumpers for men.
What are GQ's best cashmere jumpers for men?
You'll find all the cashmere jumpers worth your consideration in the gallery below, but first, here's what our editors are wearing this season:
- Best overall cashmere jumper: Cos, £95, cos.com
- Best budget cashmere jumper: Asket, £165, asket.com
- Best eco-friendly cashmere jumper: Pangaia, £265, pangaia.com
- Best designer cashmere jumper: Paul Smith, £550, paulsmith.com
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1/13Best overall cashmere jumper: Cos
Cashmere isn't all crewnecks and cable knits, you know. Doing something a little different, Cos' approach to luxury takes a more everyday route, mixing up nature's most opulent fabrication with responsibly sourced ribbed wool in the production of this knitted polo shirt. Shaped with a relaxed fit and detailed with a classic flat collar, it’s the perfect ingredient to incorporate into a layered ensemble this season – ideally a T-shirt underneath and a car coat on top. £95. At cos.com
2/13Best eco-friendly cashmere jumper: Pangaia
Soft, timeless, and warming; Pangaia's cashmere half-zip ticks all our knitwear boxes. Stitched for a soft handle and subtle rib, this pick's recycled cashmere construction repurposes unused garment waste in a way that ups your style and minimises your carbon footprint. Your wardrobe (and your planet) will thank you. £265. At pangaia.com
3/13Best budget cashmere jumper: Asket
Asket is transparent about the making of its pieces, which is how we know that this latte-hued jumper isn’t only cashmere, but recycled cashmere (97 per cent of it, anyway). Soft on the environment and equally so on the skin, it’s a relatively affordable pick for all of your winters going forward. £165. At asket.com
4/13Best designer cashmere jumper: Paul Smith
When it isn’t dabbling in zesty interpretations of its signature stripe, Paul Smith is dealing in classics. This pure cashmere roll neck comes in as one of the most luxurious knitwear pieces one could own, with delicate rib detailing to the neckline and a loose cut that looks as soft as it feels (there's even a secret signature stripe to the back neckline). £550. At paulsmith.com
5/13Arket
A cashmere/wool blend with a 75/25 split, Arket’s take on the cashmere crew neck is as perfect as you’re likely to find – at a more reasonable price point. Assembled to fall with a regular fit, it's detailed with rib-knitted trims and excels in sustainability thanks to a full use of recycled cashmere and responsibly sourced wool. Available in a series of three timeless shades – blue, grey and beige – we suggest adding the latter to your basket for a little uplift in your winter wardrobe. £159. At arket.com
6/13Husbands
Looking for a cashmere piece that sits well under a suit jacket as well as over a pair of jeans? This number from the Parisian brand Husbands is a great shout. With a fully-fashioned construction, it features an 8.5cm folded turtleneck and slightly cropped base to seamlessly tuck into your trouser of choice. To compliment its sensual mulberry shade, we suggest a navy pinstripe suit on top. £457. At husbands-paris.com
7/13Turnbull & Asser
For the less-than-muted man, Turnbull & Asser presents this cashmere jumper in a vibrant, raspberry-red hue. Ensuring comfort as well as turned heads, it's cut from pure cashmere in a relaxed silhouette with a pronounced V-neck. When it comes to styling, we suggest keeping the rest of the ensemble simple in tone. The vividness of this piece will do all the talking. £645. At turnbullandasser.co.uk
8/13N.Peal
For a less conventional (but nevertheless, very stylish) take on cashmere, look no further than this knitted sweater vest from N.Peal. Woven from pure Mongolian organic cashmere, this vest is cut with a sharp V-neck and a loose body, creating an elegant, modish piece ideal for layering through the transitional seasons. £215. At npeal.com
9/13Uniqlo
In a pure cashmere construction, this Uniqlo turtleneck is unparalleled in its softness and warmth. Made versatile by its marled grey colourway and simple cut, this is sure to become a much relied-upon building block of your seasonal wardrobe.
£109.90£99.90. At uniqlo.com
10/13Burberry
Yes, cashmere hoodies do actually exist, and Burberry makes some of the best ones around. Revealed as part of the British fashion house’s latest collection, this piece arrives in an all-black scheme that’s giving us some serious streetwear vibes. It's been knitted with the label’s prestigious Equestrian Knight Design (which has been around since 1901), just so you know that this piece is special. £990. At burberry.com
11/13Everlane
Does it get more timeless than a simple, chilled-out crew neck? We're not convinced. Unless, perhaps, you take a page out of Everlane's book and do out the classic style with the lightweight warmth of cashmere. Grade-A cashmere, that is. £161. At everlane.com
12/13Marks & Spencer
It’s no secret that cashmere clothing is a bit of a luxury, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be super expensive either. Take a look at this one from Marks & Spencer, for example. For less than a hundred quid, you can get a 100 per cent cashmere jumper that just feels soft and sumptuous. It comes in a classic crew neck shape with ribbed trims for a snug finish, and it’s also available in 12 other colours, so you’ll definitely be able to find one that complements your aesthetic. £99. At marksandspencer.com
13/13Moschino
We’ve all been forced to take up some extra hobbies in the past year and it looks like Moschino has taken up painting. Finished with a multicoloured paint-look logo across the chest, this cashmere jumper captures the brand’s signature whimsy while inferring the precision of your own artistic eye.
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