Most Frequently Asked Questions About Our Cashmere

What Makes Monticelli Cashmere Different?

The most common question we hear when someone sees a piece from our collection is why it feels so different from other cashmere. The answer is a patchwork of little things, some you can feel right away, others you might notice only after years. Our sweaters and cardigans are made in Italy, every one of them crafted just for you the moment you order. There is no warehouse, no overstock, just a few tailors with serious skill working in small-town workshops. We source our cashmere from local Italian mills, not big bulk suppliers, and you can sense it in the way the fibers sit close to the skin with a surprising lightness. If you want an example try our Women’s Pure Cashmere Sleeveless Cardigan in Coral Red. It’s the kind of layer you forget you have on until you go back to regular sweaters and wonder what happened to that gentle feeling.

How Do I Care For Cashmere?

Caring for cashmere isn’t complicated once you get the hang of it but it demands a gentle touch. Most days, air it out, just hang your sweater somewhere quiet, no rush, so it breathes after you wear it. When something needs washing, hand wash with cool water and a bit of natural soap, pressing out moisture without twisting. Lay it flat on a clean towel and let it dry away from direct sun. What you want to avoid is treating it like any other knit—no tossing it in the wash and definitely not the dryer. Cashmere holds up well when treated a little like an old book: handled lightly, never rushed, it rewards patience with years of reliable wear.

Why Is Monticelli Cashmere Made to Order?

We’ve always believed that clothing should matter, otherwise why make it at all. With Monticelli, every item is born for its wearer, there’s no stockpile, no assembly line, just a handful of artisans making pieces as individuals request them. This practice, old-fashioned as it may sound, does something wonderful for both the land and the product. It means we never create extra waste, and what you receive is made with focus and intention. When you order something from our blue cashmere collection, you can trust it hasn’t sat waiting for seasons to turn. Instead, it starts its journey to you only after you raise your hand for it. That’s why you might notice subtle things like a richer tone or neater finish—they haven’t been rushed or hidden away but made just for this moment.

Can Cashmere Be Worn Year Round?

People often think of cashmere as only for cold weather but good Italian cashmere is softer and lighter than many expect. Because the fibers are so fine, sweaters like our Women's Pure Cashmere Raglan Crew Neck in Black feel breathable even when the sun’s out. In spring or fall, it works as a lightweight layer and in summer, over air-conditioned shoulders, it still makes sense. The drape is easy, not heavy, and wearing it feels a bit like being wrapped in a cloud that knows when to give you space. Try rolling the sleeves or pairing with washed linen, it blends in wherever you take it.

What Does Cashmere Feel Like Over Time?

One question that comes up again and again in this cashmere FAQ is about durability and feel. Some worry that something this soft will fade or go limp but good cashmere has a way of settling in. In the beginning, there’s a fresh gentleness that almost feels delicate but after a few seasons, the knit takes on a character that reminds us of a favorite book you run your thumb along. It molds subtly to the shape of its wearer, softening at the cuffs and collar, but still holding its shape. We’ve seen pieces that have shared mountain air in Tuscany and city winters in New York, still holding a kind of lived-in softness. With the right care, a Monticelli cashmere knit becomes more personal every year—a reminder that some things are made to last in a quiet way.

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