Todd Snyder vs John Smedley: which sweater wins?
Both land in the premium tier — the Todd Snyder Cashmere Crewneck Sweater at $228, the John Smedley Sea Island Cotton Crew Sweater at $235, just $7 apart. Here's how they stack up, head to head.
| Todd Snyder | John Smedley | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $228 | $235 |
| Material | Premium Italian-spun cashmere, 2-ply, fine-mid gauge. | Fine-gauge (30-gauge) extra-fine merino wool or Sea Island cotton, fully-fashioned. |
| Fit | Refined slightly-slim fit, true to size; fashion-forward. | Slim elegant English cut, true to size; runs close. |
| Quality | Premium — better-spun cashmere than mainstream, clean designed construction; pills less than budget cashmere. | Premium — fully-fashioned in England, precise finishing, long-lasting; resists pilling well. |
| Best for | Elevated smart-casual outfits, premium cashmere, and a fashion-forward knit. | Refined fine-gauge layering, tailored looks, and a long-lasting English knit. |
| Care | Hand-wash or gentle wool cycle and lay flat; de-pill gently as needed. | Gentle wool cycle or hand-wash and lay flat to dry; reshape while damp. |
Todd Snyder's $228 Italian cashmere crew and John Smedley's $235 fine-gauge crew are $7 apart and both premium. Todd Snyder leans into soft 2-ply cashmere and a fashion-forward slim cut; John Smedley is a 30-gauge fully-fashioned merino or Sea Island cotton knit made in England.
$7 cheaper, soft 2-ply cashmere, warmer hand, fashion-forward cut
Fully-fashioned in England, 30-gauge precision, resists pilling well, long-lasting
Which should you buy?
Buy the Todd Snyder if you want the warmth and softness of cashmere and a designer slim fit. The extra $7 on the John Smedley buys fully-fashioned English construction, precise fine-gauge finishing, and longevity that resists pilling better. Choose the Smedley if you want a refined, durable layering piece and don't mind that the fine gauge runs thin, less warm, and slim; choose the cashmere if cozy softness matters more than that English precision.
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