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Best affordable cashmere

By Poppy Cory-Wright on 11/4/2023

All cashmere is not created equal, so read on for our guide to the best brands for indulging in a little affordable luxury.
Simple, unadorned styles will have the most longevity, not to mention being easier to layer, but you can add interest through bold colour, something the high street does well.
Whether you're a cashmere novice or simply adding to your collection, in order to prolong the life of the soft and fragile fibre you need to treat it with TLC. Read the Culture Whisper guide to cashmere care here.
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Best for his & hers: COS

When you're buying a new sweater for your beloved, and just happen to discover one you could see yourself in as well– fashion fate.

Enter COS, which focuses its cashmere offering on jumpers – crew-neck, hooded or roll-neck – in a range of vibrant hues and elegant neutrals.

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Relaxed fit pure cashmere top- SHOP HERE

Relaxed Fit Pure Cashmere Vest

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Waffle Knit Pure Cashmere Jumper

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Relaxed Fit Pure Cashmere Hoodie

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Best for elegant yet affordable: BODEN

There's much to love about cashmere at Boden, not least the fact that most of it's machine-washable. Like much of the brand's womenswear, there's a 'grown-up' sensibility to the pieces which are neat and elegant, making them ideal for a working wardrobe as well as weekend wear. Alongside the classic black, navy, grey and pastels there are bright stripes and graphic patterns. Boden favours a slim fit so size up if you're looking for something a little more relaxed.

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Cashmere Stand Neck Jumper

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Collard Cashmere Jumper

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Cashmere Puff Shoulder Jumper

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Chunky Cashmere Tank

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Best for recycled fibres: ARKET

Arket is all about clean lines and quality material seen through a stylishly Scandi lens, and its cashmere, made using a blend of virgin and recycled fibres, is arguably the brand's trump card. The ultimate in hygge.

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Cashmere Jumper

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Cashmere Blend Jumper

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Cashmere Cardigan

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Cashmere Cropped Jumper

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Best for inclusive sizing: UNIQLO

UNIQLO’s 100% cashmere pieces are renowned for their softness and warmth, thanks to the brand's smart technology (each individual strand of cashmere is finer than a human hair). The brand also boasts inclusive sizing, with sizes ranging from XXS to 3XL.

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100% Cashmere 3D Knit Seamless Crew Neck Jumper

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*20 colours available

100% Cashmere 3D Knit Seamless Turtleneck Jumper

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* 7 colours available

INES DE LA FRESSANGE Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper

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MARNI Cashmere Striped Turtleneck Jumper

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Best for machine washing: MARKS & SPENCER

From unobtrusive office basics to star-spangled tracksuits, M&S's cashmere offering is impressively broad. And what's more each and every piece is machine-washable. Our top tip is to opt for the men's designs and achieve a more fashion-forward, boxy look.

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Best for a design-led take: MADELEINE THOMPSON

This choice is a little pricier than our others, but for those who are after a fashion statement with their cashmere, look to Brit knitwear designer Madeleine Thompson for her distinctive designs.

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