The Lula knitted vest is spun in a soft cashmere and lambswool blend, featuring a round neck with ribbed detail, slashed armholes and a stepped hem.
This knitted vest feels cloud-soft against the skin yet has enough body to hold a beautiful shape. The round neck is finished with a 3.5cm rib that frames shirts, tees and dresses with clean definition, while the slashed armholes with matching 3.5cm rib give generous room for layering without adding bulk. Side vents of 7cm and a subtle stepped hem allow the fabric to skim rather than cling, creating movement and a flattering drape. The front bodice is cut slightly shorter than the back, creating an effortless high-low effect that lengthens the leg and sits neatly at the hip.
30% cashmere and 70% lambswool blendRound neck with 3.5cm rib detailSlashed armholes with 3.5cm rib7cm side vents and stepped hemShorter front bodice for flattering fitStyle with tailored trousers for work, denim for weekends or layer over a silk dress for a polished, modern look.
About Lambswool
Lambswool can be sourced from any breed of sheep, but as the name suggests, it must be harvested before the sheep reach maturity, and shearing typically happens seven months after their early spring birth, at the height of summer. As the fleece gains thickness and coarseness with age, lambswool is finer and softer than sheep's wool. It also has a pronounced springy curl, helping it resist shrinkage and retain its shape. This breathable, hypoallergenic fibre is perfect for luxurious knitwear garments.
About Cashmere
Sourced from the downy undercoat of Mongolian goats, soft, fine cashmere has been treasured and sought after for clothing since before the advent of written record. In the 19th and early 20th century, Scotland's abundant woollen mills became highly skilled in producing knitwear from this luxurious yarn, making it a global centre for cashmere garments.
For more information on this unique textile, see our
Guide to Cashmere.