Cashmere FAQ's

What is cashmere?

Cashmere comes from a goat. Their soft undercoat is combed to harvest these highly sought after fibers. The goats benefit from seasonal combing as it thins their coat for Spring. Our cashmere goats reside in Inner Mongolia, the home of the most luxurious cashmere in the world. These harvested fibers are then spun into our light and soft cashmere.

Why is cashmere expensive?

We understand that cashmere is an investment so it’s important to know why it is so expensive and how to care for it. Cashmere can only be harvested once a year and each goat produces only around 4 ounces. It takes approximately 4-8 goats to produce one sweater.

How to make your cashmere last?

• Clean your sweaters before storing as moths are attracted to natural fibers, especially when soiled.
• It is best to fold your garment and store on a shelf or in a drawer.
• Do not use a hanger as this pulls and stretches the garment out of shape.
• Should natural pilling occur, use a sweater stone or sweater comb.
• Gently run the stone along the affected areas in one direction. The pumice material will help lift pills occasionally caused by regular wear, often in areas of high friction.

How do I wash my cashmere?

• Hand washing or dry cleaning is recommended.
• When hand washing, you should use lukewarm water and a mild soap or shampoo. Gently work the suds into the fabric and rinse thoroughly.
• When drying the garment, gently squeeze excess water out or lightly roll in a clean towel.
• Lay your garment flat in its natural shape to dry completely before storing.

If you have any other questions please feel free to email us at info@alashancashmere.com