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Andy Dress in Ivory Cashmere Wool

The Andy shirtdress defines a soft, flowing easy silhouette in wool cashmere voile. A slight blouson through the sleeve and shoulder completes the look and contrasts perfectly against the fitted bodice. Finished with a centre-front hidden placket and button-through cuff.

Details:

• 65% Virgin Wool, 35% Cashmere. Dying/Weaving/Finishing France.

This mill sources wool responsibly from family-owned farms in Australia. Additionally, they treat their wastewater through a biological treatment plant so they can reuse it in processing or safely return the water to the local river. They practice the following standards for human and environmental health: Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), AZO-free Dyes

Wool is a renewable fiber; one sheep can produce 4-5 pounds of wool per year. Wool provides warmth by trapping heat, while simultaneously transporting moisture away from the body so skin stays dry and comfortable. It is naturally antimicrobial, so it resists odors and rarely needs washing. Its exceptional durability allows for long garment lifespan, and it can biodegrade when disposed into right soil conditions.

Cashmere is one of the most luxurious wools, with desirable drape, softness and wrinkle resistance. It is up to three times more insulating than regular wool, with lofty fibers that can be tightly knit into warm and lightweight fabric. Like all wool, it wicks moisture and allows skin to breathe. Cashmere is considered hypoallergenic, since it doesn’t have lanolin. While more delicate than other wool, cashmere garments will not lose their shape if properly cared for. This is due to the fiber’s natural stretch that allows garment to move with you and recover.