

There’s a reason Naadam is a leader in the affordable cashmere space. Sizing: XXS to XXL | Quality: Grade-A | Style and details: Crewneck | Price: $ Read on to see our picks from every price point. I’ll have updates on that last point as time goes on.) I also reached out to stylish folks to see which ones they thought are worth the cost or skimp on quality. (Note: I’ve had the sweaters for as long as a couple of months and as short as one week. I mainly tested each sweater’s feel, weight, and durability. To make sure you’re not sacrificing quality for price, I tried out sweaters from some of the top budget brands in that space as well as some luxury options to see how they hold up.

Plenty of brands are now offering more affordable options.

(Fascinatingly, cashmere goats are a type and not a breed according to the Cashmere Goat Association, almost all goats can grow cashmere, but only selectively bred flocks produce it “in significant amounts.”) Cashmere comes at a heftier price because cashmere yarn comes from the fluffy undercoat of cashmere goats, which makes for a softer and warmer fiber than sheep’s wool. But choosing the right one can be overwhelming because you’re paying a premium price for an inherently luxurious staple. A cashmere sweater is a versatile, durable, seasonless investment that can last decades (as long as you keep the moths away).
