HEAVENLY HYRCUS
The extraordinary traits of cashmere make it supremely warm yet incredibly light and soft to the touch. This makes it a favourite as an insulating layer for outdoor pursuits, but it is too beautiful to be always hidden away under outerwear. Fashion designers savour its fine qualities and Uber babies can be snuggled up in its embrace too.
The fibre comes exclusively from the fleece of the Hyrcus goat, found mainly in the mountainous regions of Northern China, Mongolia, Iran and Afghanistan. In order to survive bitterly cold winters and torrid summers, the goat has developed an underfleece with an elevated capability of maintaining insulation against both hot and cold. Beneath a coarse outer coat are the down’s tiny fibres, about 15 thousandths of a millimetre. The goat produces only about 150 grams of this down a year, making it very precious.
BALLANTYNE RETRIEVER CASHMERE
BERK CASHMERE
£1,029
Lovers of country pursuits do not need to be told of the benefits of cashmere. This classic fit crew neck sweater carries that connection a stage further with its charming picture of a pair of lively retrievers.
CASHMERE JACKET
PORTOBELLO CHINA AND WOOLLENS
POA
Flattering, warm and easy to wear, this one-size casual jacket in blue, camel or pink is one of the all-British cashmere and woollen goods stocked by Portobello China and Woollens. Brands include Peter James, Barrie and Johnstons of Elgin.
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Goats that go far
Cashmere is the perfect fibre for a huge range of garments for men and women and when mixed with wool adds a luxurious feel and extra warmth to coats and suits.
While it may not be the obvious choice for babies' clothes because of the care needed in washing, its properties make it ideal for baby sleeping bags.
Pashmina shawls are a perennial favourite and the best cashmere shawls can be carried in a small bag yet shrug off creases effortlessly.
Fashion favourite
Salvatore Ferragamo uses cashmere widely in winter dresses and coats
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Cashmeres Finest- Belinda Robertson
For a broad range of luxuriously soft, fashionable cashmere garments, head to Scottish designer Belinda Robertson.
Use the link to browse her collection of feminine styles and flawless tailoring. When it comes to luxurious casual and formal wear, this award winning designer will certainly not disappoint.
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Figleaves.com
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The Wool Company
REPOSE CASHMERE HOODED ROBE
FIGLEAVES.COM
£150
For luxurious comfort on long winter evenings, this pure cashmere hooded robe is styled with a long shawl neckline, tie fastening to the waist and a cosy hood.
CASHMERE SHAWL
THE WOOL COMPANY
£75
These luxurious shawls are large enough to use as a blanket in the evening or while travelling but are light as a feather. Hand spun from only the finest underbelly hair of the Hyrcus goat.
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