It's Time to Stock Up On Cashmere Sweaters

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Let me make my case for the cashmere sweater being perhaps the most important item a man can own. See, I'm a firm believer in this concept: When you wear something that's of nice quality, you'll look nice, and when you look nice, you feel nice. And if A plus B equals C (for Cashmere, of course), then we can come to the conclusion that, as arguably one of the nicest, most luxurious fabrics out there, a cashmere sweater is quintessential to classiness and confidence.

Seriously, guys. Whether you already have a cashmere sweater and are looking to freshen up your wardrobe or you (horrifyingly, but fixably!) don't own a cashmere sweater at all, this is the item in your closet that takes very little effort to style. Low effort, high reward. With jeans or trousers or sneakers or loafers, a cashmere sweater always looks nice—it's basically impossible to wrinkle, and, trust me, you can see the difference between cashmere and a crappy polyester blend. Plus, what's warmer than a cashmere sweater, perfect for this time of year? Go forth and conquer with no fear; there's a cashmere sweater for everybody, at prices for everybody, too (I mean it—we even have a few here for under $100).

Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

This oversized, 100 percent Mongolian cashmere sweater will have you looking and feeling like a yass-ified Robert Pattinson in The Lighthouse in no time. Plus, it's under $100!

Washable Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Polo Ralph Lauren makes a point to say that this perfectly simple cashmere crewneck is—get this—washable! Save a fortune at the dry cleaners, from now until forever.

Queenstown Wool & Cashmere Sweater

This wool and cashmere blend is probably going to be your cold weather staple, with how warm and soft it is.

Essential Cashmere Sweater

A cashmere sweater I love so much, I officially Endorsed it. Another affordable cashmere crewneck that works with... everything in your closet, I'd be willing to bet.

The Grade-A Cashmere Crew

Everlane's cashmere crewneck is all about the quality. Hell, you should probably grab a few of these and keep 'em around.

Cashmere Sweater

Your quintessential cashmere sweater, at under 200 bucks. This chic option from BR Factory is timelessly cool, with a classic crewneck and 50 percent recycled cashmere.

Hilles Cashmere Sweater

For the chill of spring, a periwinkle cashmere sweater is the very best remedy. This feels as cozy as it looks, and with a plush material and ribbed cuffs and hem, every day you wear this will feel just a bit more luxurious.

Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

J.Crew has been in the cashmere sweater business for over three decades, and in that time, they've landed on the perfect formula. This is warm but not too warm, luxurious but not overly expensive, and just lightweight enough to make layering easy.

Collection Cashmere V-Neck

For a non-crewneck, this slight V is the perfect look for date night or an evening party.

Cashmere Crewneck

For a cashmere sweater that feels thinner but is just as warm and soft, look no further than Todd Snyder.

Jordan Sweater in Lightweight Cashmere

Layering is made easy with this camel sweater that looks just as good with light wash jeans as it does with darker dress pants.

Fine Gauge Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

This one comes in tall sizes, too, so there's a perfect fit for everyone.

Cashmere Crew Neck Long-Sleeve Sweater

Uniqlo does basics best, and this cashmere sweater with relaxed shoulders and ribbed hems is no outlier.

Slim-Fit Cashmere Sweater

This one has a fitted silhouette that instantly elevates any look. Don't believe me? Just try pairing it with black trousers and Oxfords and see what happens.

Cashmere Crewneck Sweater

Good Man Brand ingeniously merges cool, sleek black with the best sweater fabric money can buy.

Striped Ribbed Cashmere Sweater

Brunello Cucinelli knows how cashmere is done. With style and grace, of course.

Cashmere Sweater

Although this designer cashmere sweater has a high price tag, it's a piece that will last you forever, and is sure to brighten your day (and closet) whenever you see it.

What To Look For

As with any item of clothing you buy, ever, consider what you're going to wear it with and how it will mingle with the contents of your closet. If you don't have many pieces to layer with, then reaching for a heavier knit option to stay warm might be the right move. If you only have dress pants, then get a sweater that won't look out of place when dressed up a little bit.

The fineness of cashmere is measured by microns, with 14 microns being the most finely knit and 19 microns being the least finely knit. Depending on what you prefer, try to find out how many microns your sweater is knit with, so you know what to expect in terms of weight and feel when it arrives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store my cashmere sweater?

If there's one rule you should follow for all your knits, not just your cashmere ones, it's this: DO NOT HANG THEM UP! You might be tempted to see a neatly-assorted array of knits hanging in your closet, but hanging knitwear ruins it in the long run, as gravity pulls down on the fabric and the shoulders can end up misshapen and stretched-out.

For your cashmere sweaters (and your other sweaters!), the best way to store them is by folding them.

How do I clean my cashmere sweater?

In general, most cashmere isn't machine washable. That doesn't mean it's dry clean only—some are hand wash, some are spot clean only. For the best care on your sweater, refer to the inner tag for the manufacturer's wash instructions.

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