Cashmere is made to be worn. And with a little care, it only gets better.

There is no need to be nervous about washing your cashmere.

Cashmere is a natural protein fibre. Like all beautiful natural things, it responds best to a gentle touch, a little patience and the right care.

At CASHMERISM, we knit our cashmere at a tighter-than-average gauge. This creates a more compact, beautifully formed knit with fewer loose fibres at the surface, helping to minimise pilling from the very beginning.

A little pilling can still happen — it is a natural part of wearing fine cashmere, particularly where there is friction — but with the right care, it will settle beautifully over time.

FIRST WEAR

When your new CASHMERISM arrives, it is at its cleanest. There is no need to wash it before wearing.

Wear it, enjoy it, let it become yours.

Between washes, simply allow your cashmere to air naturally.

Before washing, gently remove any visible pills with a fabric shaver from a reputable brand. Always work gently on a flat surface such as an ironing board. 

WASH

Fill a clean basin with cold or cool water.

Add a small amount of a gentle wool and cashmere wash. You can get the wool wash from your nearest supermarkets, or explore our Bondi Wash care range.

Turn your garment inside out and gently submerge it.

Leave it to soak for around 5–10 minutes, then gently press and move the garment through the water.

Think of it as a massage, not a workout.

There is no need to rub, scrub, twist or stretch your cashmere.

Drain the water and refill with clean, cool water. Gently press the garment through the fresh water until all detergent has been rinsed away.

A FEW THINGS TO AVOID

No bleach.
No harsh detergents.
No fabric softener.
No vigorous rubbing.
No wringing or twisting.

For garments with special prints, embellishments or delicate treatments, please refer to the individual care label. When in doubt, professional dry cleaning is always an option.

RINSE

Once the water runs clear, gently press the garment between your hands to remove excess water.

Do not wring it out.

For an extra-gentle finish, lay the garment on a clean towel, roll it up like sushi and press lightly. The towel will do the hard work for you.

DRY

This is where cashmere appreciates a little patience.

Lay your damp garment flat, gently reshaping it to its original proportions.

Keep it away from direct sunlight, radiators, heaters and other sources of direct heat.

NEVER HANG WET CASHMERE.

Water makes a knit heavier, and gravity can stretch the fibres and alter the shape of your garment.

And please, no tumble dryer.

FINISH

Once dry, your cashmere may simply need a little reshaping by hand.

For a beautifully polished finish, you can gently steam your garment or press it inside out using a low-temperature iron.

If ironing, place a clean cotton cloth between the iron and the cashmere.

A gentle steam is also wonderful for refreshing a garment between washes and helping it return to its natural shape.

STORE

CLEAN. DRY. FOLDED.

Before putting your cashmere away for the season, make sure it is clean and completely dry. Moths are particularly attracted to natural animal fibres, especially when there are traces of body oils, food or other residues left behind.

Fold your cashmere neatly and store it in a garment bag. 

For additional protection, we recommend using natural moth deterrents such as cedar or lavender. (House tips: You can also cut up a small piece of soap, wrap it in tissue paper and store it with your cashmere.)

Your CASHMERISM Cashmere Protector Bag is complimentary with every online order, ready to keep your cashmere protected when it is not being worn.

Store it somewhere cool, dry and away from direct sunlight.

And every now and then, give your cashmere and your wardrobe a little airing. Fresh air is good for both.

A LITTLE CASHMERE WISDOM

Cool water is kind.
Avoid hot water and sudden changes in temperature.

Dry it flat.
Wet cashmere and coat hangers are not friends.

Pills are not the enemy.
They are a natural part of wearing fine cashmere. Remove them gently and they will become less noticeable over time.

Reduce friction.
Rough bags, textured clothing and jewellery can all encourage pilling.

Store it clean.
Moths love natural fibres. Give them nothing to feast on.

WEAR. WASH. LOVE. REPEAT.

The best cashmere is not the cashmere that lives untouched in a wardrobe.

It is the one you reach for on cold mornings.
The one that travels with you.
The one that softens with time.
The one that becomes unmistakably yours.

Care for your CASHMERISM cashmere, and it will be with you for years to come.

Ever so softly yours,
CASHMERISM