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Browse all Turnbull & Asser sweaters →Light Green Kingston Merino Crew Neck Jumper
The verdict
Fit
Crew neck merino from Turnbull & Asser typically has a neat, fitted cut. Merino is less prone to pilling than cashmere, making it more forgiving in daily wear.
Quality
At $250, merino sits in the upper-budget tier. This brand's merino lines are well-finished and durable.
Is the price fair?
Good value. Merino at this price is honest mid-market: softer than budget knitwear but with less hand-coddle than cashmere.
Best for
Weekend wear or everyday layering; merino's temperature regulation and durability are practical benefits.
Care
Merino can be machine-washed on a delicate cycle if the care label permits; lay flat to dry and avoid high heat.
What owners report about Turnbull & Asser sweaters
Genuine third-party coverage of Turnbull & Asser's knitwear is sparse and lives almost entirely on menswear forums, but what exists is positive: Styleforum members rate the cashmere sweaters as very good quality and note the knitwear is produced by a specialist Scottish cashmere mill. One owner reports his piece shows no signs of problems, while cautioning he hasn't put many miles on it yet. Owners consistently treat full retail as expensive and say the value case is strongest during the brand's seasonal sales, when they report substantial markdowns.
- Strengths
- Scottish-milled cashmere that the owner reports available consistently rate as very good quality.
- Watch out for
- High full-retail pricing is the main caution — forum members advise waiting for seasonal sales — and long-term durability reports are scarce.
About Turnbull & Asser's sweaters line as a whole. Sources: John Laing Cashmere at Turnbull & Asser - Anyone familiar with John Laing? | Styleforum · Best Made in Scotland cashmere? | Styleforum
