The Origin of Cashmere
Cashmere is a natural fibre originating from Asia, particularly the Himalayan region (including Mongolia, China, Nepal, and India). Its name comes from the Kashmir region in South Asia, where cashmere has long been associated with a rich textile heritage.
The fibre is obtained from the fleece of cashmere goats that live in harsh mountain climates at altitudes exceeding 4,000 metres above sea level. Their fleece consists of two layers - an exceptionally soft, ultra-fine undercoat and a coarser outer coat. This unique structure makes cashmere remarkably lightweight, soft, and naturally insulating. This exceptionally thin fiber also has thermal insulating properties. It's significantly lighter than traditional wool, yet it retains heat and cools more effectively.
The fibres are collected by hand-combing the goats, preserving their exceptional quality. Cashmere is a rare and demanding fibre, requiring great care throughout breeding, harvesting, processing, and the maintenance of finished garments.
The heritage of handwoven and hand-knitted garments is deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of the Himalayan region, where cashmere has long been one of the most valued natural textile fibres. This is why we produce our garments in Nepal.
Manufacturing in Nepal
Nepal, the country of the world's highest mountains and tea. It is here, particularly in the Kathmandu Valley, that local workshops specialising in the production of cashmere products operate.
We work directly with a workshop with whom we have built a close relationship, where our own designs are brought to life. Guided by the experience of skilled craftspeople and our own ideas, we strive to create products of the highest quality.
In Nepal, the term pashmina is commonly used to refer to cashmere. It comes from the Persian word pashm, meaning the fine undercoat from which this fibre is obtained.
We also use merino wool, valued for its exceptional durability.
Care
Every order includes a care guide with instructions on how to look after wool and cashmere garments. The same information is also available on each product page.
Proper care and following the recommended care instructions help preserve the quality, shape, and durability of garments made from wool, especially cashmere, which is an exceptionally delicate fibre. With the right care, your garment can retain its appearance and softness for many years.
- Hand wash only or dry clean.
- Do not machine wash, as this may cause the fabric to shrink.
- Do not bleach or use harsh cleaning products. Use detergents intended for delicate fabrics, wool, or cashmere. Wash in lukewarm water.
- When hand washing, do not mix colours, as hand-dyed fabrics may release a small amount of colour during washing.
- Dry flat. Do not spin or tumble dry. Gently press out excess water before drying to help prevent stretching and deformation.
- With normal wear, wool fibres may naturally develop pilling over time. We recommend gently removing pills by hand. Do not use fabric shavers, as they may damage the fibres by cutting them rather than removing only the loose fibres.
