Everlane The Cocoon Crew in Alpaca vs Theory Cashmere V-Neck Sweater

Buy the Everlane Cocoon Crew if you want a warm, lightweight sweater that does not itch and has a relaxed, modern look. Buy the Theory cashmere V-neck if you want a classic, dressier layer in pure cashmere and a V-neck that works over collared shirts. The Everlane is a three-fiber blend with a rib pattern; the Theory is 100% cashmere with rib-knit trim. Owners of the Everlane praise softness, warmth without weight and a relaxed fit, but many complain it sheds heavily and needs dry cleaning. The Theory is true to size and reads more polished, though pure cashmere is delicate and also dry clean only.

• Choose the Everlane Cocoon Crew if you want a relaxed, itch-free alpaca blend for everyday wear and do not mind some shedding.
• Choose the Theory V-neck Cashmere Pullover if you want a pure cashmere, true-to-size V-neck that layers cleanly over shirts.