The 11 Best Cashmere Sweaters, Tested and Reviewed

If you asked AI to create a cashmere sweater that checks all the boxes, affordability being one of the boxes, it would come up with Naadam’s Original cashmere sweater. The only reason someone wouldn’t like this sweater would be if they were allergic to cashmere. A medium weight that isn’t too thin or too thick, it’s the sweater even the extra discerning Goldilocks would have settled on. While the price has come up a bit since it debuted at just $75, it’s still a steal, and it will never go out of style. T+L editor Hillary Maglin can see it being a wardrobe workhorse for a decade or more.

Choose from more than two dozen colors, including an array of limited edition looks such as electric pink, tomato red, and brown sugar. It’s the ideal length for a front tuck, and it runs true to size. Not sure what size you are? Instead of just featuring chest and hip measurements, Naadam’s handy size guide lets you input your height, weight, and age to calculate your bust measurement and subsequent size. What does Naadam mean? Naadam is a traditional festival held every year in Mongolia. In fact, it’s recognized for its intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, which says the event’s rituals and customs “accentuate respect for nature and the environment.” Naadam sources its sustainable cashmere from the Gobi Desert, where the brand’s founders once found themselves staying with herders while backpacking in the East Asian country. 

The Details: 2XS to 2XL | 100 percent Mongolian cashmere

Even if we’d brought in a tailor, senior editor Jackie Cucco could not have been more satisfied with this sweater’s fit. She found the relaxed style to be really comfy and easy to wear. And thanks to the oversized silhouette, it’s effortless to pair with practically everything she tested it with, including trousers, jeans, and dresses. The extra-thick ribbing on the hems adds some texture, and the sleeves are a bit on the long side, so you can roll them up if you like that look. 

Choose from more than a dozen colors, including contrasting stripes, and keep in mind that it’s a mid-weight sweater, so it’s best for shoulder season days. While the Good Cashmere Standard-certified cashmere in this sweater comes from Mongolia, Everlane is transparent about the fact that the sweater itself is made in China. However, the brand is just as clear about which specific factory it works with. It employs more than 700 people and has been a partner of Everlane’s since 2011. 

The Details: 2XS to 2XL | 100 percent Grade A Mongolian cashmere blend, including 70 percent recycled cashmere and Good Cashmere Standard-certified cashmere

Craftsmanship is what separates this thicker ribbed sweater from other ribbed sweaters. Choose from four colors, all neutrals, and rest assured, you won’t have buyer’s remorse. T+L associate editor Anna Popp has traveled with it on countless trips, and despite the frequent use, it still looks like it’s in mint condition. In addition to being durable, this best-seller from State Cashmere is versatile, making it not just a travel wardrobe staple, but a wardrobe staple in general. While the ribbed look instantly elevates, it’s not out of place at Whole Foods or a yoga studio. 

I’ve been a big fan of State Cashmere since it was founded in New York City nearly 10 years ago, and I love that it was the brainchild of an American college student with Mongolian heritage. In fact, Hao Rong’s grandparents raised cashmere goats. Unlike companies that mass produce in huge quantities, Rong hones in on quality and “conscious consumption,” even if it affects the brand’s bottom line. State Cashmere’s entire women’s collection features just 16 products, only available in a handful of colors. 

The Details: S to XL | 100 percent inner Mongolian Cashmere

Leave it to White+Warren — whose customers include the likes of Emma Stone, Angelina Jolie, and Jennifer Garner — to create a cashmere sweater so warm you’ll find yourself welcoming a cold spell. Like the brand’s iconic travel wrap, a best-seller since 1999 and one of our favorite travel blankets, this cashmere crewneck is as soft as it is cozy. It’s also not basic, which makes it easier to justify the bigger price. “I like that the collar and sleeves have accent patterns so it’s not one big knitted design,” T+L editor Taylor Fox said. The back also has a nice ribbed detail running down the middle. 

Choose from eight colors, and note that you may need to roll up the cuffs as the sleeves are extra long. In fact, we found the entire sweater to run large. However, that’s perfect if you plan on wearing a layer underneath. While the White+Warren Cashmere Crewneck sweater doesn’t come with a coupon for free dry cleaning, it does come with a complimentary cotton dust bag for travel and storage. 

The Details: XS to XL | 100 percent responsibly sourced Mongolian cashmere

If you’re looking for a stylish cardigan that doubles as a coat, can triple as a robe, and is so high quality it will become a family heirloom, you’ve found it. Cucco says there is no comparison between the Ravella Winslet Cashmere Cardigan Coat and the cheaper cashmere sweaters she owns. Perhaps it’s because Ravella only uses Mongolian cashmere from Capra Hircus goats, the same premium breed, trusted by designer brands like Loro Piana, whose Parksville Cashmere Crewneck will set you back a cool $1,450. 

We also love that, in addition to looking elegant, this sweater features slouchy pockets — a feature most cashmere sweaters don’t have because they’re costly to add. The elegant rib detailing also takes it from mid to modish, and in terms of warmth, the Ravella Winslet Cashmere Cardigan Coat is definitely on the thicker side. It runs true to size and is long enough to cover your thighs. Choose from seven colors. Pro tip: avoid natural white and natural oatmeal if you think you’ll be sitting somewhere dirty, like on public transportation. 

The Details: XS to XL | 100 percent luxury Mongolian cashmere from Capra Hircus goats

Between its four stylish oversized buttons and boxy-ish fit that layers nicely over a variety of tops and pairs well with even more bottoms, the Jenni Kayne Cropped Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan is a shoo-in for the best cardigan we tried. That said, it could also win the softest sweater superlative. Popp felt “super comfortable” living in it, including on a cross-country flight, while traveling for six straight weeks. And despite all that wear, it shows little tear. “The cashmere is super luxe, which gives it a high-quality feel and look,” she noted. Choose from eight colors, all neutrals, as Jenni Kayne prefers to use eco-friendly processes that require fewer chemicals. 

The Details: 2XS to 3XL | 100 percent Mongolian cashmere

Like clockwork, I treat myself to this sweater in another color every spring and fall. Fortunately for me, it’s available in 17 enticing hues such as mauve mist, faded denim, and a butter yellow I wish I could pull off with my pale skin tone. Initially, I was skeptical of the quality, but I was wrong. While I won’t say this sweater is so well-constructed that it warrants tacking another zero onto the end of the price, I’ve yet to get a hole in any of mine. And I’m not the exception to the rule.

In terms of softness, it’s just as soft as my more expensive sweaters. That said, it’s a lot thinner. I don’t really wear it in winter because it’s not warm enough (I live in Montana), but it’s the first sweater I reach for when I’m traveling somewhere warm like Miami or Costa Rica where I want a lightweight layer to tie around my neck or stash in my bag when I’m out sightseeing and to slip on over my head when I step indoors and am greeted by the arctic blast of an over-eager AC unit. 

The Details: XS to XL | 100 percent Grade A Mongolian cashmere

A cashmere sweater with a detachable hoodie? Sign us up. Hopefully, Lilysilk gave the designer who came up with this brilliant idea a raise, or at the very least, a dedicated parking spot. Popp, who is not usually a fan of hoodies, is now a convert. She’s even gone so far as to say this sweater has become her “go-to plane top” and she wears it with the matching pants to maximize comfort. 

The hood detaches via buttons, instantly turning this sweater into a classic crewneck for an entirely different look. While Lilysilk is best known for its signature silk, the brand added a cashmere line in 2019. It’s a proud partner of The Good Cashmere Standard, an arm of the Aid by Trade Foundation, which aims to make the cashmere industry more sustainable. 

The Details: XS to 2XL | 100 percent Mongolian cashmere 

Popp, who likes to sport sweaters on flights since they’re the bulkiest top they pack, says wearing this brushed cashmere turtleneck is like “wrapping yourself in a luxe travel blanket.” She found it roomy enough to wear a layer underneath, which comes in handy since this sweater isn’t intended for those who run hot. And unlike tighter turtlenecks, you’ll never get claustrophobic when putting it on or taking it off, and it’s less likely to mess up your hairstyle. 

Of course, our favorite thing about this sweater is the brushed look. The 10-karat gold-tone custom charm on the side also doesn’t go unnoticed. Be sure to note the limited sizing available in general extra-small/small and medium/large options. 

The Details: XS/S to M/L | 100 percent brushed cashmere 

From Future’s Short Crewneck Sweater has earned me compliments on all seven continents. I bought it at Le Bon Marché in Paris (From Future is a French brand) in 2021. Four years later, I’m still reaching for it regularly, even though I’ve added at least a dozen more cashmere sweaters to my closet since then. Unlike every other crewneck sweater I own, this one has a perfectly cropped fit. It’s not so short that my stomach shows, but it’s short enough that I can comfortably wear high-rise pants and show off my waist. 

I’m also a huge fan of the three to four inches of ultra-wide ribbing at the hemline, collar, and cuffs. It adds a noticeable texture, like what you’d find on a chunky cable knit sweater. While I wouldn’t describe it as bulky, this sweater features four-ply cashmere, so it’s definitely the thickest and warmest cashmere sweater I own. Like Ravella, From Future only uses premium fibers from Capra Hircus goats. Choose from five colors; they sell out fast, so if you see something you like, don’t sleep on it. 

The Details: XS to XL | 100 percent GCS-verified cashmere 

In two words, Cucco sums up the Quince Mongolian Cashmere Tee as a “good value.” Indeed, for the cost of a sit-down lunch at the airport, you can have a 100 percent cashmere essential that looks just as at home on a Boeing 747 as it does in the boardroom. At around 16 microns thick, it’s pretty thin. That said, it’s far from see-through, and because it’s so lightweight, it means you can still be sporting cashmere come summer. After all, tees are meant to be worn 365 days per year. 

Granted, unlike regular tees, this one is extra soft and fitted and features fine ribbed detailing on the neckline, hem, and sleeves. If you have an older Quince cashmere piece — the brand has been in business since 2018 — just know this cashmere is an improved version. Quince spent two years re-engineering it to make it more durable. Choose from 15 colors, including ivory that you may find yourself wearing more than your favorite white tee. 

The Details: XS to XL (also available in 1X to 3X) | 100 percent Grade A Mongolian cashmere