The Row vs Tom Ford: which sweater to buy, and when
Both land in the luxury tier: the The Row Cashmere Knit Sweater at $1,490, the Tom Ford Cashmere Crewneck Sweater at $1,490. Here is how they stack up, head to head.
| The Row | Tom Ford | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,490 | $1,490 |
| Material | Superfine cashmere, silk blend or superfine wool depending on style, fine-mid gauge. | Fine cashmere or cashmere-silk blends, fine gauge. |
| Fit | Considered relaxed-minimal proportions, true to size. | Sleek body-skimming fit; size up for a less fitted cut. |
| Quality | Luxury — superfine fibre, exacting proportion and finishing; cashmere pills somewhat. | Exceptional — top-grade cashmere and impeccable house finishing. |
| Best for | Rigorous minimalism, perfect proportion, and a logo-free luxury knit. | Luxury-house dressing, body-skimming cuts, and top-grade cashmere. |
| Care | Hand-wash or gentle wool cycle and lay flat; de-pill gently with a cashmere comb. | Dry-clean or hand-wash with extreme care and lay flat; de-pill gently with a cashmere comb. |
The Row and Tom Ford both list at $1,490, so this is a wash on price and a question of cut and identity. The Row runs relaxed-minimal and logo-free; Tom Ford runs sleek and body-skimming with house finishing.
- The case for The Row
- relaxed-minimal proportions, no logo, superfine cashmere, restrained aesthetic, fibre-quality benchmark
- The case for Tom Ford
- sleek body-skimming fit, exceptional cashmere, impeccable house finishing, sizing flexibility, top-tier make
VerdictThe pick
Same $1,490 either way, so let the silhouette decide. Choose The Row for a loose, logo-free, minimalist drape and proportion you can build a quiet wardrobe around. Choose Tom Ford if you want a fitted, body-skimming cut and don't mind the house name carrying part of the price; size up if you want it less snug. The Row pills somewhat, which is the only durability note separating them.
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