How to Care for Your Cashmere This Winter — and Where to Find the Best Second-Hand Pieces
Softness, warmth, elegance… Cashmere ticks all the boxes for winter. But to keep your sweaters, scarves, or cardigans looking their best season after season, proper care is essential. Here are some simple tips to take care of your cashmere — plus a selection of top brands to hunt for second-hand, especially in your luxury consignment store in Brussels.
1. Wash Your Cashmere with Care
Contrary to popular belief, cashmere can be hand washed or even machine washed if done carefully:
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Use cold water, ideally no warmer than 20°C (68°F)
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Select a wool or delicate cycle, avoiding harsh spinning
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Use a special wool or cashmere detergent, free from enzymes
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Never wring the garment: gently press it between towels to remove excess water
✨ Tip: Wash your cashmere as infrequently as possible. Often, airing it out between wears is enough.
2. Dry Flat, Always
Cashmere hates wet hangers and tumble dryers. To avoid deformation:
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Lay your garment flat to dry on a clean towel
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Keep away from direct heat sources (radiators, sunlight)
3. Prevent or Remove Pilling
Pilling is natural, especially in friction areas. To minimize or fix it:
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Use a cashmere comb or a soft brush
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Never cut pills off with scissors
4. Store Your Cashmere Properly
Between wears or at season’s end:
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Fold your cashmere, never hang it
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Store with a natural moth repellent (lavender, cedar)
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Avoid damp or humid places
Which Cashmere Brands to Buy Second-Hand?
Quality cashmere ages well, especially when properly cared for. In consignment shops, you can find high-end pieces in excellent condition, often at 50% off (or more) compared to retail prices.
Here are some brands to look out for:
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Loro Piana: the gold standard of Italian cashmere
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Brunello Cucinelli: understated luxury, impeccable cuts
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Eric Bompard: classic French quality
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Pringle of Scotland: a historic knitwear house
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Joseph, Vince, Totême: minimalist brands highly sought after second-hand
🎯 Shopping tip: at your luxury consignment store in Brussels, prioritize 100% cashmere or noble blends (cashmere/silk, cashmere/merino wool) for longer-lasting wear.
Conclusion
Cashmere is a winter essential — as long as you take care of it. Well maintained, it can last for years without losing softness or elegance. Choosing second-hand cashmere is also a responsible, economical, and stylish decision.
Looking for a beautiful cashmere sweater this winter? Visit us in-store or online to explore our carefully selected and authenticated pieces — ready to start a new chapter in your wardrobe.