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How to style your silk scarf
How to style your silk scarf There's something truly special about silk scarves. Their effortless drape and burst of vibrant colours can instantly transform any outfit. Here at Nearly New... Read more...
How to style your cashmere cardigan
4 WAYS TO STYLE YOUR CASHMERE CARDIGAN THIS SPRING Spring is a wonderful time to add some new and stylish pieces to your wardrobe, and a cashmere cardigan from Nearly... Read more...
4 Ways to style a cashmere V-neck
4 WAYS TO STYLE A CASHMERE V-NECK Here at Nearly New Cashmere, we have a never ending selection of V-neck jumpers in an array of colours and styles. A cashmere V-neck... Read more...
Why you should buy men's cashmere!
MEN'S CASHMERE AT NEARLY NEW CASHMERE CO Here at Nearly New Cashmere, we have a large men’s range that features some of our best cashmere jumpers alongside men’s cashmere bed... Read more...
How to wash cashmere
HOW TO WASH CASHMERE You might be one of our customers who prefers second hand cashmere, or maybe you’ve just bought yourself a brand new gorgeous Brora cashmere polo neck,... Read more...
How to set up a pop up shop
HOW TO SET UP A POP UP SHOP Your first pop-up can be quite terrifying... Here at Nearly New Cashmere we are well experienced in setting up pop-up shops but... Read more...
How to clean your cashmere at home
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CASHMERE AT HOME  Spring cleaning is the only type of cleaning that I don’t completely dread which is a big statement for a ‘lazy’ 23-year-old… with... Read more...
Tips for buying second hand clothing
TIPS FOR SHOPPING SECOND HAND Benefits of shopping second hand Shopping second hand is something we strongly encourage here at Nearly New Cashmere. Around £140m of clothing goes to Landfill... Read more...
How to measure a mens jumper
HOW TO MEASURE A MENS JUMPER Buying the right jumper can be a tricky job. Particularly when you’re buying one-of-a-kind cashmere. A medium jumper from one brand might be a... Read more...
Why you should wear black cashmere.
WHY YOU SHOULD WEAR BLACK CASHMERE? Here at Nearly New Cashmere Co we love black cashmere. We praise black cashmere jumpers and cardigans as one of the most versatile pieces... Read more...
Are cashmere jumpers worth it?
ARE CASHMERE JUMPERS WORTH IT? I’ve searched far and wide looking for an answer and all I can find is yes, yes, and yes.  "Bit spenny...' Every blog or article... Read more...
Men's cashmere jackets
MEN'S CASHMERE JACKETS ‘I thought cashmere was just used to make jumpers?’ Think again. Fancy a cashmere jacket? There are plenty of options from cashmere suit jackets to cashmere track... Read more...
How to apply cashmere elbow patches
HOW TO APPLY CASHMERE ELBOW PATCHES Part of living a more sustainable lifestyle is getting the sewing needle (or machine if you’re really dedicated) out and repairing clothes you already... Read more...
How to style your cashmere tank top
HOW TO STYLE YOUR CASHMERE TANK TOP Sleeveless cashmere may seem backwards but it’s a real luxury that allows style with the warmth of a gilet. Perfect for breezy summer... Read more...
RECYCLE CASHMERE
RECYCLE CASHMERE Here at nearly new cashmere, we are passionate about being sustainable. All of our cashmere is sustainable, whether it’s second hand cashmere, factory seconds/samples, or has been made... Read more...
How to tell your silk is real...
HOW TO TELL YOUR SILK IS REAL... Silk isn’t as simple to identify as you might think at first. There’s a range of other materials that could catch you out... Read more...
All you need to know about our Customer Repair Service
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR CUSTOMER REPAIR SERVICE Every now and then you may find you've caught your jumper on something or some pesky moths have got to... Read more...
Can you wear cashmere in summer?
CAN YOU WEAR CASHMERE IN SUMMER? Before I start saying anything, the answer is yes… Like many fabrics, there are thick, heavy and warm versions of cashmere, but equally there... Read more...
Father's Day gift ideas
FATHER'S DAY GIFT IDEAS Father’s Day is on its way and you might be thinking about buying a gift. If so you’ve come to the right place. What makes a... Read more...
Silk Scarf Care
SILK SCARF CARE Silk scarves are the ultimate accessory and they’re quickly becoming more and more popular. The number of innovative ways to wear them continues to grow each day!... Read more...
What is a waterfall cardigan?
WHAT IS A WATERFALL CARDIGAN? The humble cardigan has been a reliable friend throughout history and doesn’t have to be old-fashioned, it’s all about how you wear it and what... Read more...
The best fabric shavers for your cashmere
THE BEST FABRIC SHAVERS FOR YOUR CASHMERE Bobbles can be a real pain when it comes to cashmere and it can ruin the luxury feel of your items. I'm here... Read more...
The versatility of men's polo necks
THE VERSATILITY OF MENS POLO NECKS Whether you call it a polo neck, a roll neck or a turtleneck, there is no certainty of the origin of such a jumper.... Read more...
5 ways to wear men's cashmere cardigans
5 WAYS TO WEAR MEN'S CASHMERE CARDIGANS The cardigan is an interesting piece of clothing. Like many men’s cashmere jumpers, it can be worn for both casual and smart occasions... Read more...
Best sellers explained
BEST SELLERS EXPLAINED Best Sellers and how you can get early access... What is Best Sellers? Best sellers is our very own collection of cashmere jumpers and cardigans that we... Read more...
6 gift ideas for mum's who deserve the world
6 GIFT IDEAS FOR MUMS WHO DESERVE THE WORLD Mother’s Day is fast approaching (it’s Sunday 27th March if you still don’t know!) and the team at Nearly New Cashmere... Read more...
5 ways we are sustainable
5 WAYS WE ARE SUSTAINABLE ...AND 5 MORE WAYS YOU CAN BE SUSTAINABLE  In this day and age sustainability is important for our planet. However, we're often told that in... Read more...
What is the purpose of accessories?
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF ACCESSORIES? Accessories can often be overlooked - despite being small, they can make a big impact on your overall outfit. Some accessories are worn purely... Read more...
How to measure a cashmere jumper
HOW TO MEASURE A CASHMERE JUMPER We know that shopping second hand can sometimes be a difficult process. Don't worry - we are here to make shopping one-of-a-kind a breeze.... Read more...
How to age a second hand cashmere jumper
HOW TO AGE A SECOND HAND CASHMERE JUMPER With years of experience handling second hand cashmere, our team are professionals at estimating the age of a cashmere jumper. The very... Read more...
The secret to shopping second hand
THE SECRET TO SHOPPING SECOND HAND At around 14 years old, just when I was starting to go through those awkward years of eye rolling, I began to develop a... Read more...
Kin Tsugi in the Dales – The art of embracing imperfect objects
Kin Tsugi in the Dales – The art of embracing imperfect objects Ever heard of “Kin Tsugi”?  It’s the word given to the Eastern tradition of ceramic repair. “Kin” means Gold... Read more...
Quality second hand cashmere guaranteed
quality Second hand cashmere quaranteed One of the reasons we all love cashmere so, is its unparalleled softness, warmth and its ability to exude luxury time after time.  Every single... Read more...
Honestly priced
HONESTLY PRICED As honest Yorkshire folk, it's really important to us that we price our cashmere fairly; and with such a varied collection we take some time in doing this.... Read more...
Classic black cashmere
Classic Black Cashmere When we think of the perennial black, visions of movie greats such as Audrey Hepburn and Brigitte Bardot flash through our minds. Classic, elegant and hugely flattering... Read more...
5 sustainable new rear's resolutions 2022
5 Sustainable New Year's Resolutions With a new year comes new hopes, aspirations and resolutions; we take time to reflect upon the way in which we live our lives, scrutinising... Read more...
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Our New Year's Resolutions With a new year comes new hopes, aspirations and resolutions; we take time to reflect upon the way in which we live our lives, scrutinising where... Read more...
The gift that keeps on giving
The Gift That keeps on giving They say that the joy of giving outweighs that of receiving and there’s nothing more true when gifting something from our Nearly New collection.... Read more...
Where we are shopping this Christmas
Shining a light on small and sustainable Ever since we began, it has been our raison d’etre to further promote a more conscious consumption for clothes. No easy feat, we... Read more...
Second hand gifting for the whole family
Second hand gifting for all the family As far as we’re concerned, our quest is to cherry pick the very best 100% second hand cashmere knits and make them like... Read more...
What makes cashmere worth it?
What makes cashmere worth it? With thickening rumours of an incredibly cold winter ahead (starting next week) it got us to thinking, why is it that cashmere is the best... Read more...
The Magic of Shopping for Second Hand Cashmere
The Magic of Shopping Second Hand One Man’s Trash Is Another Man’s Treasure is a saying which has resonated with us for many years, and is somewhat of a company... Read more...
Cashmere Care
Caring for your clothes is an important part of building a more sustainable wardrobe. We know washing and repairing cashmere can be daunting, but follow our advice below and you won't... Read more...
Second hand September
We’re very pleased to be endorsing Oxfam’s Second Hand September this month and we have been thrilled about our collaborations with like-minded influencers showing us some fabulous styling in our... Read more...
Cinderella Stories
Part of living more sustainably is wearing our clothes for longer. That's why we take pride in offering repairs to our customers' cashmere to keep their old favourites going for... Read more...
How to measure a jumper
We understand how difficult it can be to buy one-of-a-kind knitwear online. Sizing varies greatly across not only brands but also styles and fits. To help you understand how a jumper will fit... Read more...
Living Sustainably
I lived a completely oblivious life thinking that more is better and not paying attention to how my choices affect the world around me. Until one weekend, when we were... Read more...
Win a £50 voucher
To celebrate the launch of our blog 'Spinning a Yarn' we are running a competition to feature one of you! To enter the competition send us your blog post and... Read more...
Men's Limited Edition
Occasionally we have the opportunity to buy something truly special. Made from rescued 100% cashmere yarn, our Limited Edition of new and premium cashmere is the ultimate sustainable luxury. Batch... Read more...
Want not waste not
As you know it's our mission to rescue and repair 100% cashmere knitwear. Here are a couple of ways you can do your part to keep cashmere out of landfill. Read more...