Knowing how to dry a wool jumper starts before you wash it. Have somewhere ready where the wet garment can lie fully supported, with room for the sleeves and hem. A careful wash is easily undermined if the jumper is…
Deciding what colour scarf to wear is easier when you begin with your coat rather than a list of rules. Navy, black and camel each give a different background. A pale scarf brings light towards the face, a deeper shade…
How long does a cashmere jumper last? There is no dependable number that applies to every piece. A well-made garment can remain useful for years, but its life depends on the yarn, the way it is knitted, how often it…
“Why is my wool jumper itchy?” is a fair question when a piece feels soft in your hands but uncomfortable around your neck. Fibre coarseness can contribute to prickle, yet the finished surface, the fit and where the garment touches…
The best jumper to wear under a coat is one that leaves room to move when both pieces are fastened. A knit can look lovely on its own yet gather at the elbows, pull across the upper back or crowd…
Does cashmere shrink? Yes, it can, particularly when washing combines unsuitable heat with too much movement. However, shrinkage is not an unavoidable part of owning cashmere. The care label, the wash method and what happens while the knit is wet…
If you are weighing up cotton vs wool jumpers, warmth is only part of the decision. A knit that feels right on a cold morning can become too warm in a heated office. Equally, the cotton jumper you love at…
Knowing how to choose a cardigan means finding a shape that feels comfortable and works with the outfits you wear. If a cardigan looks right on its own but awkward over a dress or trousers, start by checking where its…
To choose a cashmere travel wrap, start with the area you want it to cover, then consider warmth and the space left in your bag. A wrap that looks generous in a photograph may feel quite different around your shoulders.…
Wearing a jumper over a dress is an easy way to keep a favourite outfit in use as the weather cools. However, the combination can feel awkward when a hem catches at the waist, sleeves gather underneath or too much…