Best men’s cashmere jumpers that will keep you warm and stylish

Aligned to the UN’s goals for sustainability, Everlane’s mission is to keep the planet clean and cool, while paying fair living wages to the people invovled in the creation of its garments. What’s not to love? We have reviewed quite a few pieces from Everlane and they are always of good quality, too.

The brand creates simple, effective designs, and this cashmere V-neck sweater is a great staple for cold weather. The cashmere is partly recycled and certified by The Good Cashmere Standard, however, it’s not the softest cashmere we’ve felt. Still, it is comfortable, and we’ve found ourselves layering it with countless outfits. The cuffs and hem feel thick and sturdy, keeping out the cold, while the fit is on the slim side, so, it’s perfect for donning under a big winter coat.

With autumn comes Uniqlo’s latest cashmere range, and, if you’re looking for an easy-wearing, soft jumper that offers good value for money, you can’t go wrong here.

This knit comes in a veritable rainbow of colourways and is perfect for throwing on with any outfit, for a simple yet stylish winter look. Despite this crew-neck design being at the less pricey end when it comes to cashmere jumpers, we have no complaints about the quality – there was hardly any pilling during testing, even after several washes. The label advises hand washing but we found the jumper holds up after machine washing on a wool cycle – we’re all for an easy life.

Another great option for less than £100, Marks and Spencer’s pure cashmere jumper is soft, has a great regular fit for layering, and isn’t too long in the body. We found this knit to be warm and comfortable enough to wear without a T-shirt, too.

One of the best features of this cashmere jumper is it’s machine washable up to 40C. We found zero pilling after doing so. There are 14 colours to choose from but we love the deep navy, the chocolate and the dark red for full autumnal vibes.

Cool knits are the raison d’être of French cashmere brand Tricot, and we can’t get enough of this V-neck. We tested the purple version and found it to be very wearable. The unisex jumper is very soft – you could easily wear it without a T-shirt underneath but it looks great layered over a white tee, too.

It’s slouchy, comfy and easy to throw on, plus the brand is committed to working with 65 per cent recycled cashmere for its knits and accessories. Keep an eye out on restocks of the colour of your choice, as these go quickly.

Soft Goat has been creating cool, fashion-forward cashmere jumpers and accessories for men and women since launching in 2011, describing its creations as “investment pieces”.

This knit is made of extremely soft brushed cashmere. The brushing adds texture and visual interest to an otherwise simple design. At first, there was some fibre shedding but this stopped after a few wears and this piece quickly became our essential for elevating our boring winter outfits. As with many cashmere items, this one’s hand wash only, up to 30C.

This Kiltane cashmere jumper is one of the softest we tested. The Edinburgh-based brand is known for its cashmere for men and women – there are lots of unisex styles available.

The cut is relaxed, the shoulder is slightly dropped, and there are 11 colourways to choose from – from versatile everyday grey to a rich red for festive vibes. It’s the perfect pick for when you want something elevated and warm on chillier days.

With ribbing detail around the neck, cuff and hem, this cashmere sweater from Swedish brand Asket is made from 97 per cent recycled materials. It incorporates 3 per cent wool, to add durability and density, and it definitely feels strong compared with some other cashmere jumpers we’ve tested. Even after wearing this one for weeks, we found there was no warping or stretching. The cut is regular to slim, with a longer body, which isn’t our tester’s favourite cut but it makes for good layering.

The brand doesn’t conform to seasons but instead keeps a capsule of essentials for men, so, you know these are well-thought-out pieces. There is full transparency when it comes to where materials come from, too – the cashmere is from ‘post consumer’ sources, so, there is less impact on the environment.