In a cashmere spec, 2/26nm means two individual yarn strands (the "2"), each spun to a metric count of 26 (the "Nm" = metres per gram of single yarn), plied together. Higher Nm = finer singles. Pair count with gauge — 2/26Nm at 7–9GG makes mid-weight pullovers; 2/28Nm at 12–14GG makes year-round refined knitwear; 2/48Nm at 14–16GG makes ultra-fine travel-weight layers.
Grade A averages 14–15.5 microns in fiber diameter with fibers 34 mm or longer. Grade B runs 15.5–19 microns with 28–34 mm fibers. Grade A feels softer, resists pilling far better — because long fibers anchor securely inside the yarn — and costs roughly 1.5–2× more per kilogram.
Verify the factory is real before you discuss price: factory or trading company, machine gauges, traceable yarn source, verifiable certifications (BSCI, OEKO-TEX — checked by certificate number, not logo). Then nail down the commercial terms in writing: MOQ per style and per color, sampling process, QC standard (AQL 2.5), lead time start point, price breakdown, and payment terms (T/T 30/70 is standard — never 100% upfront).
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Hand wash in cool water at 30°C (86°F) or below using a pH-neutral wool or cashmere detergent. Turn the sweater inside out, soak for 10 minutes, and press the water gently through it — never rub, scrub or wring. Rinse at the same temperature, press out the water, roll the sweater inside a dry towel, then dry it flat and reshape it while damp. Never use hot water, regular laundry detergent, fabric softener, a tumble dryer or a hanger. Washed this way, cashmere gets softer with every wash — not smaller.
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Build your capsule around five core silhouettes — the classic V-neck, shawl-collar, longline coatigan, fine-gauge knitted jacket and cable knit — then add one trend piece (cropped or oversized brushed) for freshness. Stock each style in 2–4 core colors (camel, oatmeal, grey, navy), order 100 pcs per style/color from a custom manufacturer, and refresh silhouettes seasonally rather than colors.
Send your design (a sketch, reference photos or a tech pack) to a cashmere manufacturer, confirm yarn, gauge and color, approve a sample, then place a production order. At Ewsca, custom cashmere sweaters start from 100 pieces per style/color, sampling takes 7–14 days, and bulk production runs ~2 weeks — with everything from yarn to packaging customizable.
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