$60 vs. $2250 Cashmere Sweater!
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I’ve always wanted a cashmere crewneck but could never quite justify it living in Texas. In recent years, I’ve noticed cashmere sweaters become more and more accessible. So, in this video, I figured I would test 4 cashmere sweaters, at various price points, to find the best cashmere sweater. I'm 5'10" and 175 lbs.
We’ll start with the cheapest to find the best cashmere sweater, this is from a brand called Quince.
Quince brings to the market a Grade A, Mongolian cashmere sweater at $59. I suspect their fiber length might be short causing pilling but allowing them to sell at a lower price.
The fit on this sweater is true to size. The fabric woven in a tight 12 gauge weave making it ideal for year round wear. The fabric does feel the thinnest of the lot. The cashmere sweaters come in seven different colors majority of which are neutrals. Sizes are limited ranging from S-XL.
Nadaam kicked the whole revolution off but is it the best cashmere sweater? I’ve worn it for about five years now and got this heather grey color way in a size medium. The fit on this sweater is slightly looser than that of Quince’s.The fabric itself may be a touch softer than Quince but I’m struggling to say definitively. This one is also made in china with mongolian cashmere. The cuff and hem are simliar to Quince but the collar feel a bit thicker and more premium. The sizing is more more inclusive ranging from XXS to XXL. Overall, they’re pretty similar to Quince but provide more colors and sizing options.
Asket is a favorite of mine and is known for their mission of making high quality basics in an environmentally friendly way. The fit on this sweater is a touch trimmer than the rest but that’s expected of most European brands. The thing that makes this different from the rest is the fabric. It’s made of recycled cashmere. The sweater itself is made in Romania but considering the yarn is recycled, it’s pretty much impossible to know where the fabric originates from. Overall, I loved what this sweater but is it $230 good and is it the best cashmere sweater?
Loro Piana is synonymous with cashmere and claims to be the worlds largest cashmere manufacturer but is this sweater worth a mortgage payment? This is made from baby cashmere which is rarer than normal cashmere.The sweater has a relaxed fit and leaves a decent amount of room throughout.The finishing is impeccable with all the stitches and the contrast black detail running down the shoulders.As with most items in fashion, the law of diminishing return still applies here. While this may cost 44x more than the Quince sweater, it isn’t 44x as good, but nonetheless, it’s great.
Thanks for watching the best cashmere sweater video and I'll see you guys in the next one!
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Intro: 0:00
Quince: 1:48
Naadam: 5:29
Asket: 7:29
Loro Piana: 9:50
NOMOS (AD): 12:04
Final Thoughts: 13:49 - Навчання та стиль
**drops cashmere sweater video in the middle of summer** 🥴
I would love if you did a video on linen shirts/pants cause its summer. Also a general brand tier list would be nice
But it’s appreciated by those of us who prefer to shop off-season. Gently used, higher end goods are often more easily accessible on the second hand market outside of their intended seasons.
Good move. This is when I buy winter clothing because it's generally low priced.
Naadam raised their prices to $98 now sadly
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We legitimately need a Teir list for everything, I like that you show loro piana products. It seems like no one makes, videos on the quality and fit of higher pieces.
Will get there eventually haha, thanks for the support!
Very informative and fun to watch video! Well done. I have been watching your comparison videos for a while, and I look forward to watching your next one!
I appreciate you watching!
It's also worth saying that even the best knitware will pill. But only initially. This is due to a few loose fibres being in the yarn, which are shaken out by washing and will then twist themselves into a ball. With quality knits, they'll pill a little after the first two or three washes and then never again.
Appreciate the insight
Yay, you uploaded again. I’ve been watching your videos non stop for the past few weeks and made purchases based on your recommendations
Keep up the good work keep uploading 😊
Appreciate the support man!
Great video! Great points and very informative.
Thanks for the video Asim
Thanks for watching!
Dude, this series is brilliant! Keep up the outstanding work!!!
Appreciate the support!
Every single video you make is a treat to watch! Keep it up my dude, and have a good day.
Means the world!
Great video. I bought the exact same Asket cashmere sweater last year and love it.
Agreed, seems to be a great all around piece!
the cheaper sweaters always have shorter fibers and/or yarns and they are treated to feel soft in the beginning. These factors will make these sweaters look and feel 'ok' in the beginning but will get worse quick the more you wear them. With Loro Piana the sweaters are much more durable due to the long fibers and yarns and because of the quality of this the fabric stay soft or get even softer over time. I've had a variaty of cashmere sweater from different price points, and my conclusion is that the Loro Piana sweaters are the ones to go for: they are much better value and more sustainable as they will last waaaay longer thanks to the quality of the fabric.
Spot one to the findings of my video! I think if you’re wearing these frequently then the upper end ones are worth it but if it’s only a few times a year, a cashmere comb and the lower end ones will take you pretty far!
I still don’t think Loro Piana is worth it. Many great cashmere options under $1k. Asket is honestly a great brand, especially for the money.
Cant wait for you to blow up bro! Love all these vids and always try out the recs that you give out and they are bang on. Green overshirt ID at 8:07?? and Blue jacket 14:40?
Thanks bro!
Green over shirt linked in description, it’s from Asket!
Blue jacket is from Reiss!
@@asimdo you happen to know where the charcoal jeans you have are from? I think you wore them in the best t shirt video around the 8 min mark.
I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking a jeans video would be a great idea!
Also where are the light wash selvedge ones from?
Thanks for the awesome content! Just found your channel and subscribed.
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Anyone know if gobi cashmere is any good? Does the ply of the sweater matter?
When shopping for cashmere sweaters stay away from Club Room, sold by Macy’s. I once purchased a one their sweaters on sale for $49.99 and after a few wears the pilling was horrendous. Under the armpits and around the stomach area of the sweater were a pilled mess so I trashed it. Little did I know at the time that I purchased cheap cashmere
@asim could you do a review of loro piana vicuna sweater? thank you
the new "the kavalier"
Love these videos, thanks
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I have had not piling at all with my Loro Piana baby cashmere sweater. I wear it at least once a week, 9 months a year, for the last 2 years.
Good to hear
great video!
i’d love to ask for the colour of the Asket over-shirt worn on the light brown sweater (9:36). is it khaki green or olive?
thanks!
Can you do a video on best long sleeve polos as a 1 year anniversary for your best polo shirts video?
I’m sure I’ll eventually get to it! A lot of the brands mentioned on that video also make long sleeve polos so I’m sure the same apply
What’s the best undershirt for a cashmere sweater? Or none? Thanks
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Hey Asim, I really love your videos! Great content. What are your thoughts one Brunello Cucinelli? Another question, were do you getting your weeding suit done? Will it be bespoke or do you want to buy a made to messure suit? :)
Kind regards from Germany
I haven’t dealt with Brunello personally but I’ve heard great things. I know they’re also known for their cashmere but wanted to include Loro Piana to compare their Baby Cashmere.
As for the suit, I’ll be in traditional Indian wear for most ceremonies and will likely wear a tux for the reception. Not sure what brand I’ll do for the tux yet.
I’m actually working on a suit video featuring Boss, SuitSupply and Tom Ford!
@Asim Momin Thank you for your reply. Can you possibly rate Brioni? It would be very interesting to see how the quality of the suits are.
Great vid and love the comparisons to show the diff quality at diff price points...watched the Polo vid and got some info on where to shop for my next polo...thx...I know you use Loro Piana as the high end comparison, but their products are so insanely overpriced...I was on their website browsing and checked out the Outerwear...coats and basic jackets priced at $9, 15 and even $27k...all quality items, but it appears they are just asking whatever price they like based on their reputation. Meanwhile you can find comparable items on other Italian clothing retailers, who use actual Loro Piana material to manufacture their offerings of very high end, stylish clothing, but at nowhere near the price Loro charges for similar items...Pini Parma comes to mind...saw a beautiful overcoat made of the LP wool priced at $800...LP would probably charge $8k for the same item...
Hi Asim - thanks for the video. What is your height and weight for sizing reference?
You should try to find the best cap. (include polo pls, it's my fav)
would be a good one!
The old Scottish cashmere is the best in my opinion. However, they're probably the least desirable out of the box since they do need a bit of "break-in" to really soften up...but they do last much longer than most other brands. But Italian cashmere is more appealing for modern consumers.
Personally, cashmere is a issue in of itself. Anything resembling "durable" cashmere is extremely expensive. Because it's expensive, you're less likely to use/wear it. In turn, you'll probably buy the cheap environmentally destructive cashmere that'll find it's way into a landfill in a year.
That 4-ply double knit isn't gonna soften itself.
I’ll have to check them out! Thanks for the insightful comment
What brands offer that thicker durable cashmere? Any recommendations?
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between stumbling into the tom ford suit video and now this, im a subscriber. great work and looking forward to the content you'll be putting out. Cheers!
Hard to say. Working in an office I avoid sweaters, pulls and cardigans. I know from experience Paul&Shark made very good woolen pullovers. For the rest what I have bought lately from 'woolen pulls' appears to be junk after a season. In synthetic cardigans and pulls German brands are very good. Not so cheap but form and colourfest. If I needed a good woolen pullover today I would go for a Fjällräven Övik Rib Sweater which costs 250 euros and is labeled as a 100% wool sweater.
Great video! May I ask what size that Loro Piana sweater is, and what chest size are you?
Medium! I’m about a 40” chest
You should look for something like Pringle, Johnston of Elgin or Todd & Duncan for quality and not pay the Arnault Tax with LP.
Wish I would have included Johnston of Elgin for sure
why dont Quience have a beige color
Nice video, just curious which sunglasses are you wearing?
Chimis!
where is the green overshirt from? looks good
Asket!
As a fellow Texan, the fact that sweater weather just doesn't exist here is always so disapointing...
Always have to fully take advantage of those 2-4 weeks we get
How has the quince sweater held up?
Limited wear over the summer but so far so good after the brushing I gave it
I own a couple of Loro Piana, but I find Cuccinelli's way better.
That was on the shortlist but really want to experience baby cashmere
Thanks for the very informative video.
I think that below 200 / 250 dollars you cant get a decent quality cashmere. Its better to spend the money on merino instead.
Thanks for watching!
try king of the gods and vicuna my guy.
I’ll have to check em out!
Oh no... Zero Scottish brands, Derek Guy would have a panic attack.
I prefer Merino to Cashmere actually
Uh...where's the video that shows us how you sweaters so neatly?!
Trial and error haha
He is still wearing that sweater to this day, trying to get his money's worth.
Tom Rusborg
Feels, touching, looks, and wearing,...same temperature
Not tryna bash the video or your content by any means, but this video could’ve been under 10 minutes. It dragged some, with many unnecessary details. Still informative though, thanks!
Apprecaite the feedback! It’s always a struggle to balance the details while still keeping it prompt
Asim, you have one major flaw in this video: you didn't mention ply count, which is a major factor about which almost *all* manufacturers cut corners, including, based on the visuals of this video, every product that you talked about here.
Thin cashmere with a low ply count of less than four (which is the default for most sweaters) is garbage and totally useless, because it's not going to keep you warm on a cold Winter day, as a result of how the companies who made such crap are skimping a lot on the low amount of material that they put into the sweater.
If they don't publicly list the number of plys, then that's 100% for sure because they have cut corners & they are taking advantage of ignorant people who don't know any better, and won't realize that they are getting ripped off, and *that's why* the companies are not disclosing the ply count.
If the number was a good one, then they *would* state it as a selling point to get more people to buy the item, and that is guaranteed.
Naadam is $98 now sadly guys:/
Damn, hard to recommend at that price point
Idk that Nomos sponsorship seems sus
In what way?
@asim idk it just feels like it’s in the uncanny valley of sponsorships
Short-haired cashmere is pointless. It's characteristics come from it's length. Short cashmere is 90% the same as sheep wool. The Quince one is the biggest rip-off on this list, it should be $30. I'm glad to hear it fit you so well but that's nothing to do with the material.
Any recommendations for thick cashmere? Brands more specifically lol
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They’re a great company! Been wearing this nearly daily