5 Of The Best Knitwear Labels You Need To Know About

5 Of The Best Knitwear Labels You Need To Know About

Words: Alex Woodhall

It’s hard to beat well-made, luxurious knitwear. Practically every brand now has a knitwear range, but those who specialise in it and agonise over the smallest of details standout above the rest. Here are 5 labels that more than know their way around a knit…

JOHN SMEDLEY

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Manufactured in Derbyshire since 1784, John Smedley is an esteemed British brand revered for their knitwear the world over. Using only the best premium merino wool from New Zealand and Sea Island cotton, the company stocks a full range entailing sweaters and sweatpants to socks.

Belvoir Indigo Rollneck, £135 from John Smedley

THE ELDER STATESMAN

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As far as luxury goes, Los Angeles brand, The Elder Statesman takes some beating. Only established in 2007, they’re the personification of artisanal and their pieces are crafted from the finest cashmere, sourced from the globe’s best suppliers.

The Elder Statesman Thermal Cashmere Sweater, £855 from Mr Porter

LORO PIANA

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A company of family origins, Italian label, Loro Piana originally started out manufacturing fabrics of the highest quality. For the past 20 years however, they’ve also produced an in-house line of luxurious clothing and accessories. Their cashmere jumpers and silk sweaters are superb and soft beyond belief.

Loro Piana Zip Collar Sweater, £1,337.17 fromFarFetch

BRIONI

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Primarily known for their handmade suits, Brioni’s knitwear is just as beautiful as their tailoring. Everything is produced in the land of luxury that is Italy, and their updated takes on casual staples are fittingly stylish and sophisticated.

Brioni Fine-Knit Wool Sweater, £380 from Mr Porter

S.N.S. HERNING

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Heritage Danish label, S.N.S Herning, with over 80 years of experience behind them have developed a bit of cult following for their fisherman styled knits. Originally developed for the seafaring, the knit is subject to strict rules: from the layout of the bobble pattern to the cut and the finishing – don’t get caught on the coast without one.

Fisherman Crew Neck Sweater, £179.00 from End

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