The price is per gram. Minimum order: 50g.
Loro Piana – Top Cashmere | Luxurious Forest
Top Cashmere by Loro Piana is a benchmark of sophistication in the world of luxury yarns. Spun from 100% premium cashmere by one of Italy’s most prestigious textile houses, it offers unmatched softness, breathable warmth, and timeless elegance. This ultra-fine yarn is designed for multi-strand knitting, allowing knitters to sculpt exquisite fabrics with cloud-like lightness and rich, heirloom quality. Whether for everyday refinement or couture-level garments, Loro Piana’s Top Cashmere elevates every stitch.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 100% WS – Cashmere – supreme softness, warmth, and refined texture
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1400m/100g (1531yds/3.5oz)
✔ Ultra-fine gauge cashmere
✔ Designed for multi-strand hand knitting
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 3 strands — 2.5–3.0mm / US 1.5–2.5 — soft, lightweight fabric
✔ 4 strands — 3.5–4.0mm / US 4–6 — structured, elegant garments
✔ Suitable for fine-gauge machine knitting (multiple strands only)
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 3 strands — Light Fingering
✔ 4 strands — Sport
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Not recommended – delicate cashmere is not ideal for structured weaving
📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: This yarn is designed for knitting only. Cashmere's short staple length and lofty spin are not suitable for loom weaving.
✨ Key Features
✔ Feather-light yet insulating – provides warmth without weight
✔ Buttery soft – ideal for sensitive skin and everyday wear
✔ Elegant matte finish – understated sheen and natural elegance
✔ Excellent bloom – gains softness and volume after washing
✔ Perfect for layering – creates refined, breathable garments
🎨 Color Description
Luxurious Forest — a deep, elegant green inspired by ancient forest canopies. This rich shade brings together earthy depth and timeless sophistication. Understated yet impactful, it complements both neutral and jewel-toned palettes with effortless grace.
👕 Perfect For
Feather-light pullovers, elegant cardigans, luxurious shawls, lace scarves, and heirloom accessories. Top Cashmere | Luxurious Forest brings richness and depth to refined knitwear with a natural, confident presence.
📏 Yardage Estimates (based on 3–4 strands held together)
✔ Top or tee (S–M): 160–220g (750–950m / 820–1039yds / 5.6–7.8oz)
✔ Sweater (M–L): 235–300g (1100–1400m / 1203–1531yds / 8.3–10.5oz)
✔ Cardigan (M–L): 280–350g (1300–1600m / 1422–1750yds / 9.9–12.3oz)
✔ Scarf or shawl: 110–170g (500–800m / 547–875yds / 3.9–6oz)
💡 Care Instructions
We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing or agitation to preserve softness and structure.
📌 Color Disclaimer
We strive to present colors as accurately as possible, but slight variations may occur due to lighting and screen settings. Always swatch before beginning your project.
⚠️ Swatching Required
Fiber behavior varies. Please knit a swatch before starting your project. This yarn is not superwash-treated.