Buying GuideWomen’s cashmere knitwear
How to choose women’s cashmere knitwear (2026): what to check before you buy
Ply and gauge: 2-ply cashmere is tougher and warmer than single-ply; finer gauges look smarter, chunky ones feel cozier.
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Buying GuideDesigner dresses
How to choose a designer dress (2026): what to check before you buy
Fabric: silk, wool crepe and good viscose drape and breathe; heavy polyester feels warm and looks cheaper.
Buying GuideSilk scarves and shawls
How to choose a silk scarf (2026): what to check before you buy
Silk weight: heavier twill (around 14 momme and up) drapes better and lasts longer than thin chiffon.
Buying GuideLuxury swimwear
How to choose luxury swimwear (2026): what to check before you buy
Fabric: chlorine-resistant Lycra blends keep shape longer; crinkle fabrics stretch to fit but sag with time.
Buying GuideWomen’s luxury down jackets
How to choose a women’s luxury down jacket (2026): what to check before you buy
Fill power: 700+ fill power down gives more warmth for less weight; check also the fill weight.
Buying GuideWomen’s luxury coats
How to choose a women’s luxury coat (2026): what to check before you buy
Fabric: a high share of wool or cashmere (80%+) keeps you warmer than blends with polyester; double-faced wool is warm…
Buying GuideWomen’s leather jackets
How to choose a women’s leather jacket (2026): what to check before you buy
Leather: lambskin is soft and light but delicate; calf and goat are tougher.
Best ListWomen’s cashmere knitwear
Best women’s cashmere knitwear (2026): buy these, skip those
Cashmere sweaters, cardigans and knits from Loro Piana, Brunello Cucinelli, The Row, Khaite, Max Mara, Johnstons of Elgin and more,…
Top pickLoro Piana Baby Cashmere Crewneck
Best ListWomen’s luxury down jackets
Best women’s luxury down jackets (2026): buy these, skip those
Down jackets and parkas from Moncler, Canada Goose, Herno, Max Mara, Mackage, Loro Piana and more, compared on warmth, weight…
Top pickCanada Goose Shelburne Parka
Best ListWomen’s luxury coats
Best women’s luxury coats (2026): buy these, skip those
Wool, cashmere and trench coats from Max Mara, Burberry, The Row, Loro Piana, Toteme, Hermès and more, judged on fabric,…
Top pickMax Mara 101801 Icon Coat