Cashmere fibers actually grow as a double fleece with a straighter, coarser coating of hair. Because of this, when the goats are being de-haired, the coarse hair has to be separated from the finer, softer hair. Once the hair is separated, it still has to be treated, washed, dyed and spun. Not to mention, these goats are season sensitive, so cashmere is collected during the spring as their winter coats are being shed which means the short spring season is packed with the production of cashmere. Nonetheless, the final product is amazing, soft, plush, cozy and irresistible! Find an abundance of cashmere this fall to keep you warm this winter!
J. Crew has a classic solid-cashmere scarf you'll want to wrap around your neck and never take off. This scarf is available in six different colors from umber (pictured) to salsa (red). Purchase this as your basic, solid scarf and layer it with a less-expensive printed piece for a trendy fall look.
J. Crew's Cashmere V-Neck Sweater is offered in an abundance of colors. This garment is available in regular sizes for $198 or tall sizes for $193 and is sure to last you a lifetime. The investment may seem steep, however, seasons down the road when you're still pulling it out of your closet, you'll think back on how much it was worth it. Wear this over a sophisticated striped shirt for some pop.
J. Crew also wants to ensure that your investment in cashmere is sure to last with their Cashmere Care Collection. Get the kit that has a comb for you to brush away natural pilling and a cedar ball to keep the moths away. Even launder your cashmere with a cashmere wash and spray, specially formulated to keep the fibers soft and infused with lavender to also help keep the moths away.
Banana Republic's Contrast V-Neck Silk and Cashmere Blended Sweater is composed of two luxury fabrics in one with a two-toned v-neck collar added for design detailing. Priced at $100, it's destine to last you years to come.
