![]() ![]() The Quince looked slightly thinner under the light, but the difference wasn’t dramatic. It’s a classic slim style with a ribbed neckline, sleeves and hem. That said, for $50, the Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater is made from 100% cashmere that is ethically sourced from goats in Inner Mongolia, and it held up quite well during testing. Most of the experts I spoke to said that they personally wouldn’t buy a cashmere sweater for less than $200, since that would mean it was likely made with short fibers that would pill faster and not withstand the test of time. Everything from yarn size to fiber length and diameter can impact the cost of the raw material. Price is generally a good indicator of quality when it comes to cashmere. Sizes: XS to XL | Colors: 18 total, including Black and Minimal Pink | Materials: 100% cashmere | Source: Mongolia Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater Buy From Quince White + Warren is also a member of Textile Exchange, whose mission is to accelerate sustainable practices in the textile supply chain. White + Warren does emphasize sustainability the brand sources traceable yarns, some of which are made from recycled bottles, and the factory works with the Sustainable Fibre Alliance, which ensures low environmental impact, herder well-being and animal welfare. ![]() This sweater is spun from two-ply cashmere with a fine micron count of 15 to 16, but one downside is the size range isn’t very inclusive it is offered only in XS through L. This sweater came out looking the same as it did prewash. It also laundered beautifully I hand washed it in a gentle cashmere wash on the advice of the experts I spoke with and dried it flat. Throughout my testing, the sweater didn’t pill anywhere and immediately bounced back into shape when stretched and worn. After 14 days, I did notice subtle but honestly barely-there signs of fluff, which were definitely less than 2mm. It has fully fashioned marks where the sweater was joined (not sewn) together, at the arms, neckline and band, which is a laborious and time-consuming process and an indication of a higher-quality sweater. Similarly, when I rubbed the sweater between my fingers, I didn’t detect any residue, though there was a little transfer of fibers when I wore it with my fitted coat. ![]() When worn against my bare skin, it felt much softer than the others. During testing, I didn’t detect any thin or uneven patches when I examined the sweater in bright light, and the hand feel was luxuriously smooth and soft to the touch. ![]()
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