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Reminiscent of the Renaissance era, the Paulo Dress, made in cashmere/silk has an extra wide neck opening to sit right at the edge of the shoulder. The ribs of the sleeves and body gradually flare towards the hem, giving flow and movement when the dress is on the body.

  • 70% Cashmere, 30% Silk
  • Dying/Weaving/Finishing Italy

Fabric

Blended fibers take on properties of the joining counterparts to achieve uniquely desirable characteristics.
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.
Silk is known for its luxurious drape, luster and ability to take rich color. It is the strongest natural fiber and has low density, creating light and comfortable fabric. Silk’s resilient elasticity maintains garment shape, and its smooth surface is resistant to attracting dirt. Silk keeps you cool in warm weather, and provides insulating warmth in cool weather. 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.

Mill

This family-owned mill was founded in 1958. Today, it is powered by renewable energy, purifies its wastewater and recycles more than 90% of its waste. They’ve recently developed a system where they were able to decrease 23% of their carbon emissions. They practice the following guidelines:

  • No Mulesing
  • Textile and Health Association - Member
  • Cashmere and Camel Hair Manufacturers Institute - Member
  • ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System
  • ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
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Factory

This garment was made by a family-owned factory in Jiaxing City, China.