We developed these jumpers with the utmost care. We wanted to create a piece you would want to wear all the time. The selection of the wool, the choice of knitwear and colours, the spinning and knitting: everything was carefully considered to create perfectly balanced jumpers, equally suited to autumn and winter.
We turned to a specialist mill in Biella, Italy, for the quality of its merino wool yarns, which it manages to make exceptionally soft while retaining great strength. A sound foundation to start from.
The yarns are then sent to Porto, to a family workshop whose sole expertise is knitwear, investing in skilled labour and cutting-edge technology. We also went to visit them to film the workshop. We invite you to watch the video; the images are beautiful and the manufacturing stages are perfectly explained!
The idea behind these jumpers was to create an essential piece, easy to wear in every season and for every occasion. An interte-weight jumper, between the warm chunky cardigan and the (overly) lightweight knitwear, one that can be slipped over a shirt without feeling restrictive, yet paired just as easily with a blazer as with a warm coat.
We opted for the exceptional quality and thermal properties of merino wool
We sought out one of the knitwear specialists, based in Portugal in the Porto region, and entrusted them with creating exceptionally high-quality, durable pieces that will last for years. As for the material, we opted for the exceptional quality and thermal properties of merino wool. It is certainly more expensive, but has the great advantage of being warmer, softer and more durable than conventional wool. The wool bales come from Australia before being sent to Italy for spinning. Nothing less.
For variety (and because we could not choose), we designed 4 models: 2 in versatile-weight jersey and 2 in lighter moss stitch, perfect for layering.
The difference? The thickness of the yarn and the stitch used. The thickest have a gauge of 7 with a jersey stitch: the right comfortable jumper, one that keeps you warm. Our other two models in moss stitch were designed with a more refined spirit, with a gauge of 14, comparable to what is found in cashmere. Better suited to the mid-season or for layering in winter. Moss stitch has an airy, original and elegant look, less classic than jersey. It has a pronounced texture that stands out even in a tonal outfit.
Because we wanted to create a supple jumper in which you feel free to move, we paid particular attention to the cut and details. Our jumpers were made using a fully-fashioned technique. Simply put, this type of technique is used in high-end knitwear, takes much longer to produce and is naturally more aesthetic and durable, as there are no seams. Each part is knitted directly into its final shape before being assembled with the other parts.
Another important point: length. We all know that jumper that is too short and rides up every 5 minutes. To avoid that, we designed our jumpers with the right length. At each end, ribbed trims have been knitted to hold and tighten without clinging to the cuffs and hem of the jumper.
For the colours, we wanted shades that were easy to wear yet rich, enhancing every complexion. A deep navy blue and green that go with everything. A soft, comforting beige that suits even fair complexions, and a light grey that works with autumnal colours such as burgundy, camel and navy blue.
After so many months of testing, hesitating and talking with you and the workshops, we are truly delighted to finally be able to show you the result.
