Loro Piana – Top Cashmere | Deep Gray
Top Cashmere by Loro Piana represents the pinnacle of Italian yarn craftsmanship. Spun from the world’s finest 100% cashmere, this ultra-light yarn offers unparalleled softness, warmth, and refinement. Designed for multi-strand hand knitting, it blooms into cloud-like fabrics with graceful drape and elegant matte finish. The Deep Gray shade adds a timeless, grounded richness — perfect for understated luxury.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 100% Cashmere (WS) – supreme softness, warmth, and refined texture
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1400m/100g (1531yds/3.5oz) – ultra-fine laceweight cashmere
▫ Requires multi-strand hand knitting
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 3 strands – 2.5–3.0mm (US 1.5–2.5) for soft, airy fabrics
✔ 4 strands – 3.5–4.0mm (US 4–6) for elegant, structured garments
✔ Suitable for fine-gauge machines using multiple strands
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 3 strands – Light Fingering
✔ 4 strands – Sport
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Laceweight – NM 14 / Tex 71 / YPP 6384
📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: Weaving results may vary depending on loom settings, tension, and weaving technique. We recommend testing a small sample before starting a project.
✨ Key Features
✔ Feather-light yet insulating
✔ Buttery soft – ideal for sensitive skin
✔ Elegant matte finish
✔ Beautiful bloom after washing
✔ Perfect for breathable layering
🎨 Color Description
Deep Gray – a rich charcoal tone with subtle depth and softness. Sophisticated and grounded, it pairs effortlessly with both neutrals and accent colors.
👕 Perfect For
Lightweight sweaters, heirloom cardigans, lace shawls, refined scarves, and luxurious layering pieces
📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M)
– Top or tee: 160–220g (1120–1540m / 1225–1684yds / 5.6–7.8oz)
– Sweater: 235–300g (1645–2100m / 1799–2298yds / 8.3–10.5oz)
– Cardigan: 280–350g (1960–2450m / 2144–2679yds / 9.9–12.3oz)
– Scarf or shawl: 110–170g (770–1190m / 842–1302yds / 3.9–6.0oz)
💡 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 shape.
📌 Color Disclaimer
Actual product color may vary slightly due to lighting and screen settings. Please request a sample for precise color matching.
⚠️ Swatching Required
Fiber behavior varies. Please knit or weave a swatch before starting your project. This yarn is not superwash-treated.