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Browse all Turnbull & Asser sweaters →Natural Cashmere Cardigan
The verdict
Fit
Cardigan cut typical of the brand's formal aesthetic. Expect a structured, close-fitting front; button placement and sleeve length standard. Size up one if you plan regular layering underneath.
Quality
100% cashmere cardigan with button closures and fitted tailoring. At this price, the value proposition shifts toward craft details (button quality, seaming) and brand prestige rather than fiber superiority.
Is the price fair?
Premium pricing at $490 reflects heritage and button craftsmanship, not material advantage. Independent cashmere cardigan makers offer equivalent or superior fiber quality at $200-300 less.
Best for
Luxury-focused buyers who wear cardigans regularly in professional contexts and view the brand as core to their identity.
Care
Dry clean recommended to preserve button integrity and overall structure. Careful hand wash acceptable if you use proper cashmere detergent.
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
