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Some cardigans are made to layer. This one is built to last. Crafted from Zegna Baruffa’s Cashwool®, spun in Borgosesia, Italy, and constructed in a dense 10-ply knit, this cardigan merges refined softness with the structural integrity needed for daily wear. Every piece is fully fashioned in Italy, shaped stitch by stitch for precision. Cashwool®: Merino Engineered for Longevity Cashwool® is Baruffa’s signature yarn, developed in the 1970s and still regarded as one of the most versatile merino yarns in the world. Spun from extra-fine fibers as thin as 19.5 microns, its finishing and spinning process gives the yarn the...

In light of recent news, we wish to address our standpoint concerning our products. The guiding principle of WvG has consistently been to source the finest quality fabrics, collaborate with highly skilled craftsmen and factories, and deliver superior goods at competitive prices. We are currently evaluating all our options and assessing the potential impact of tariffs on our products. Nonetheless, our dedication to our core values remains steadfast. For the immediate future, we will not be increasing prices, but we are considering all possibilities, and this may change subsequently. We want to reassure our customers that our commitment to our...

The reason wool can sometimes feel itchy, even if its micron count is close to or lower than that of fibers like cotton or cashmere, is due to several factors beyond just its diameter. Wool fibers, especially those with a higher micron count (above 20 microns), have a scaly surface. These scales create friction when they come into contact with the skin, causing an itchy or prickly sensation. Even fine wool fibers like Merino, which can have a micron count as low as 14 to 19.5 microns, still have these scales, and though they’re less likely to cause irritation, sensitive...

Jacquard Stitch and Fair Isle Stitch are two techniques that knitters use to create colorful patterns, but they have their own unique styles and approaches. What is Jacquard Stitch? Jacquard knitting is all about creating intricate, multi-colored designs in fabric. You can do it by hand or on special knitting machines (WvG typically uses Stoll or Shima Seiki machines) , and it involves working with one color at a time while carrying the other colors across the back of the fabric. These "floats" are strands of yarn that hang out on the reverse side until you need them again. The...