Is a cashmere-wool blend as soft as pure cashmere?

Not quite. The 65% wool adds body and durability, so it feels slightly crisper and less lofty than an all-cashmere knit, but the 35% cashmere still softens the hand noticeably.

Fine-gauge cashmere blends commonly pill where sleeves rub against the body and under bag straps. Expect some fuzzing early on; a fabric comb removes it.

How should I wash it?

Treat it as a wool garment: hand wash cold with a wool detergent, press out water without wringing, and dry flat. Skip the dryer, which will shrink and felt the wool.

The cut is slightly relaxed through the body with a soft mock neck. It is designed to layer, so it sits close but not tight under a coat.

Is it warm enough for winter?

It works as a mid-layer in cold weather and on its own in mild fall temperatures. The fine knit insulates without bulk, but it is not a heavy outer sweater.

Does the mock neck bother the throat?

The neckline is soft and sits lower than a turtleneck, so it adds warmth without pressure. Wool-sensitive wearers may still notice it against bare skin.