Always use cool water to wash cashmere sweaters, throws, and blankets. Use a gentle wool wash for cleaning to help keep the fibers soft and supple. Avoid high heat that causes shrinkage and dry the ...

For a certain sort of person, nothing is better than sweaters: Fair Isle cardigans, sleek merino wool crewnecks, ivory cashmere, chunky cable-knits. But for a certain sort of that sort of person, ...

Hand-washing sweaters using a gentle detergent is best to avoid shrinking, stretching, or pilling. If machine-washing, place the sweater in a mesh bag and select the delicate cycle and cold water. Air ...