In general, cashmere is only found in a few regions of the world with extreme temperatures and altitudes above 4,000m. These include regions such as the former princely state of Kashmir in the Himalayas, Mongolia, Inner Mongolia, and the highlands of Scotland, Australia, New Zealand, and Iran. The yarn we use comes from Inner Mongolia. During the very cold winters, the goats develop the fine undercoat that we value so highly. It possesses the highest heat retention capacity of all fine natural fibers, is self-cleaning, and is breathable. Because it is so rare, it is one of the most coveted natural fibers in the world.
The Yarn
Once a year, during the natural molting period in spring, only the fine undercoat is combed out by hand from the dense wool - our cruelty-free cashmere. Traditionally, the goats are not shorn, as this harms and stresses the animals.
One goat provides approx. 200-300 grams of wool, which is just enough for a medium-weight sweater.
Did you know?
Cashmere is significantly finer than the thinnest sheep's wool and costs many times more compared to raw virgin wool (from sheep). Depending on the fiber fineness, raw virgin wool costs between 4 and 17 euros per kg. Top-quality raw cashmere costs approx. 180 euros per kg. (Prices vary and are for comparison purposes only)
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Where does the cashmere come from?
In general, cashmere is only found in a few regions of the world with extreme temperatures and altitudes above 4,000m. These include regions such as the former princely state of Kashmir in the Himalayas, Mongolia, Inner Mongolia, and the highlands of Scotland, Australia, New Zealand, and Iran. The yarn we use comes from Inner Mongolia. During the very cold winters, the goats develop the fine undercoat that we value so highly. It possesses the highest heat retention capacity of all fine natural fibers, is self-cleaning, and is breathable. Because it is so rare, it is one of the most coveted natural fibers in the world.
The Yarn
Once a year, during the natural molting period in spring, only the fine undercoat is combed out by hand from the dense wool - our cruelty-free cashmere. Traditionally, the goats are not shorn, as this harms and stresses the animals.
One goat provides approx. 200-300 grams of wool, which is just enough for a medium-weight sweater.
Did you know?
Cashmere is significantly finer than the thinnest sheep's wool and costs many times more compared to raw virgin wool (from sheep). Depending on the fiber fineness, raw virgin wool costs between 4 and 17 euros per kg. Top-quality raw cashmere costs approx. 180 euros per kg. (Prices vary and are for comparison purposes only)
To the Cashmere Products