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Loro Piana – Top Royal | Walnut Truffle

Top Royal by Loro Piana is the epitome of quiet luxury — a featherlight blend of the finest cashmere and silk from Italy’s most prestigious mill. Spun for grace, softness, and sophistication, this ultra-fine yarn is ideal for heirloom knits, refined basics, and elevated handmade garments. Designed for multi-strand use, it allows you to tailor the weight and texture while always preserving a sense of timeless elegance.

🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 70% WS – Cashmere – ultra-premium softness, warmth, and elegance
✔ 30% SE – Silk – luminous sheen, subtle strength, and flowing drape

⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1600m/100g (1750yds/3.5oz)
✔ Ultra-fine lace-weight luxury yarn
✔ Designed for multi-strand hand knitting

🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 3–4 strands — 2.0–3.0mm / US 0–2.5 — for refined lace and delicate textures
✔ 5–6 strands — 3.5–4.0mm / US 4–6 — for fluid, featherlight garments
✔ 7–8 strands — 4.5–5.0mm / US 7–8 — for voluminous yet weightless knits
✔ Suitable for 5th-class fine-gauge machine knitting (multi-strand only)

🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 3–4 strands — Lace / Light Fingering
✔ 5–6 strands — Sport
✔ 7–8 strands — DK

🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Not recommended – delicate luxury blend is not intended for structured weaving

📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: This yarn is designed for knitting only. The fiber structure is not suitable for traditional weaving applications.

✨ Key Features
✔ Velvet-soft feel – luxurious against the skin
✔ Natural silken glow – adds understated radiance
✔ Breathable warmth – envelops without bulk
✔ Elegant drape – for graceful silhouettes and flowing finishes
✔ Designed for timeless, high-end knitwear

🎨 Color Description
Walnut Truffle — a warm, nutty taupe with golden undertones. Evoking the elegance of rare truffles and fine tailoring, this noble shade radiates quiet confidence and depth. Sophisticated, versatile, and unmistakably refined.

👕 Perfect For
Featherweight sweaters, heirloom shawls, sculptural cardigans, baby garments, and delicate accessories. Top Royal | Walnut Truffle brings softness, grace, and European elegance to every handmade piece.

📏 Yardage Estimates (based on 3–8 strands held together)
✔ Top or tee (S–M): 150–180g (800–1000m / 875–1093yds / 5.2–6.3oz)
✔ Sweater (M–L): 220–280g (1200–1600m / 1312–1750yds / 7.8–9.9oz)
✔ Cardigan (M–L): 260–320g (1400–1800m / 1531–1968yds / 9.2–11.3oz)
✔ Shawl or wrap: 90–150g (500–800m / 547–875yds / 3.2–5.2oz)

💡 Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cold water with mild cashmere detergent. Lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing. Store folded in a breathable fabric bag to preserve softness and shape.

📌 Color Disclaimer
We strive to present colors as accurately as possible, but 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.