Is this sweater warm enough for winter?

It is a mid-weight cashmere knit, warm for fall and mild winter days, especially under a coat. For deep cold, treat it as a layer rather than an outer garment.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash cold with a cashmere shampoo and dry flat, or dry clean. Machine washing and hanging will stretch the knit and speed up pilling.

How does the fit run?

It is a regular fit, roomy through the chest and long in the sleeve. Slimmer shoppers often size down; those layering over a shirt can take their usual size.

Is it better than the cotton cable knit?

Cashmere is noticeably softer and warmer than the cotton version, but it needs more care and pills more. Choose cotton for everyday wear and cashmere for a dressier layer.

Yes, some pilling is normal for cable-knit cashmere. Remove pills with a fabric comb and wash it sparingly to slow it down.

One sweater. It ships folded, so steam or press it lightly to relax the knit before the first wear.

What do buyers say about the Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater?

Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 185 ratings.

Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater

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Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater

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$249.00at ReversibleObserved at 6:58 AM

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Lowest price today: $249.00 at Reversible (checked Nov 9, 2026).

Our take on the Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater

A crewneck sweater in cable-knit cashmere from Ralph Lauren's Polo line, cut in the brand's classic regular fit. The cable pattern and ribbed trim give it the look of a heritage fisherman knit, while cashmere makes it far lighter and softer than the wool versions it imitates. It suits shoppers who want a dressy-casual layer for cool weather and are willing to treat it gently. Against cheaper cotton and lambswool cable knits it is warmer and softer; against plain cashmere crewnecks it is more textured and less minimal.

Best forOffice and smart-casual layeringCool-weather weekendsGift for a Ralph Lauren fanAnyone who wants a textured knit over a plain crewneck

Pros

Soft, warm cashmere with a genuine cable texture
Classic regular fit that layers over a shirt
Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem hold their shape
Timeless Polo styling that does not date
Works dressed up with trousers or down with jeans

Cons

Cashmere pills and needs hand washing or dry cleaning
Some owners report thin spots and seams loosening with wear
Fit runs large for slim builds
Cable knit snags on bags and jewelry

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Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater price history

Lowest price we've seen: $249.00 on Nov 9 at Reversible. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

3.7 / 5185 ratings

Owners like the look and the softness, and most say it layers well. A notable share complain about pilling and about the knit thinning or seams giving way after a season of regular wear, which pulls the average down.

What people mention

SoftnessPraisedOwners describe the cashmere as soft and comfortable against the skin, with none of the itch of wool.
PillingCriticisedSeveral buyers say it pills within weeks, particularly where sleeves rub the body.
DurabilityCriticisedSome report thinning knit and loosening seams after a season of regular wear.
FitMixedThe regular cut suits layering, but smaller and slimmer buyers find it boxy and long in the sleeve.
Cable patternPraisedReviewers like the pronounced cable texture, which reads dressier than a plain crewneck.

Questions and answers

Is this sweater warm enough for winter?: It is a mid-weight cashmere knit, warm for fall and mild winter days, especially under a coat. For deep cold, treat it as a layer rather than an outer garment.
How should I wash it?: Hand wash cold with a cashmere shampoo and dry flat, or dry clean. Machine washing and hanging will stretch the knit and speed up pilling.
How does the fit run?: It is a regular fit, roomy through the chest and long in the sleeve. Slimmer shoppers often size down; those layering over a shirt can take their usual size.
Is it better than the cotton cable knit?: Cashmere is noticeably softer and warmer than the cotton version, but it needs more care and pills more. Choose cotton for everyday wear and cashmere for a dressier layer.
Will it pill?: Yes, some pilling is normal for cable-knit cashmere. Remove pills with a fabric comb and wash it sparingly to slow it down.
What is in the box?: One sweater. It ships folded, so steam or press it lightly to relax the knit before the first wear.
Where is the Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater cheapest?: At Reversible, for $249.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Ralph Lauren Men's The Iconic Cable-Knit Cashmere Sweater?: Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 185 ratings.

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