A cashmere sweater is one of the most useful things a man can own — if you know how to wear it. The good news is that styling a cashmere sweater is refreshingly simple. Here are the timeless ways to reach for it, whatever the day asks.
Over a collared shirt
Slip a fine V-neck or crew neck over a shirt and let just the collar and cuffs show. It is the classic, quietly polished look — smart enough for the office, easy enough for dinner.
On its own with good trousers
A crew neck worn alone with tailored trousers is understated and clean. Keep the colours in one family — oatmeal knit with charcoal trousers, camel with navy — and let the softness of the knit do the talking.
As a layer under a coat
When it turns cold, a fine-gauge sweater layers cleanly under a structured coat without bulk. The contrast of soft knit and sharp tailoring is exactly what makes an outfit look considered.
The cardigan, done right
A cashmere cardigan is the flexible piece you can take on and off through the day. Worn open over a shirt or closed like a sweater, it bridges casual and smart with no effort.
A few quiet rules
- Fit first: it should skim, not cling or drown you.
- Stay tonal: related neutrals always look richer than bold contrast.
- Let texture — rib, cable, fine-gauge — be the detail instead of colour.
Find crew necks, V-necks and cardigans to build these looks in our men's knitwear collection.
FAQ
How should a man wear a cashmere sweater?
Over a collared shirt, alone with tailored trousers, or layered under a coat. Keep the palette tonal and the fit clean.
Can you wear a cashmere sweater to work?
Yes — a fine V-neck or crew over a shirt is smart-casual and office-friendly, especially in a neutral tone.