Smog Grey Mock Turtle Neck Cashmere Sweater

All our cashmere knitwear begins its journey on the vast, serene grasslands of Inner Mongolia. By spring, the harsh winter snows and sub-zero temperatures have melted away. Under the soft spring sunshine, nomadic herders begin the meticulous process of collecting the finest fleeces from their herds of cashmere goats. Each goat is carefully combed by hand, ensuring only the softest, purest hair is collected. The combination of the severe winter climate and the unique natural minerals in the goats' diet creates this magical fiber, renowned for its unparalleled softness and warmth.

From Mongolia, the raw yarn fiber is transported to skilled yarn spinners in Scotland. With over 150 years of experience, these artisans transform the raw materials into vibrant yarns, ready to be expertly knitted into luxurious cashmere knitwear.

Staying in Scotland, the yarn makes its way to the historic town of Hawick, nestled in the Scottish Borders. For over 200 years, this charming town has been renowned for producing some of the world’s finest knitwear. It's no exaggeration to say that knitwear from Hawick has adorned royalty, both from the palaces of Europe and the silver screens of Hollywood.

Our family-owned factory in Hawick utilizes state-of-the-art computer-controlled knitting equipment to ensure that each stitch is perfectly formed. Once knitted, the panels are carefully assembled by skilled craftsmen and women, many of whom have generations of knitting history behind them.

The finished product undergoes rigorous inspection for softness and quality before receiving our label, symbolizing our unwavering commitment to creating the finest cashmere knitwear available today.

Only the finest cashmere hair from Mongolia is selected for our sweaters, chosen for its long-staple fibres, which result in the smoothest, softest clothes. Spun in the UK by some of the best spinners in the world, the yarn is then transformed into Hilditch & Key’s designs in Scotland using state-of-the-art knitting machines; the collars are skilfully linked onto the garment by hand. 

For the final process, the fully formed piece is washed or ‘scoured’ to remove the oils that are added to the yarn during the spinning process, and give the fabric its luxurious feel. It takes a great degree of skill to know when the cashmere is ready – the expert team quite literally have a feel for when it has reached the desired softness. It’s this artisanal knowledge and attention to detail that guarantees garments that will last, and even be passed down through generations.

DHL Express shipping along with customs and duties charges will be incurred at checkout for non UK orders.

UK £6.68

US £50

EU £25

ROW £50

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All online orders placed during November and December can be returned for refund or exchange up until January 31st, 2025.

Unwanted goods may be returned for a refund or exchange if returned in their original condition within 30 days after receipt and with proof of purchase.

We have partnered with DHL to offer a paid returns service. More details regarding this service and our full returns policy can be found on here. This service is free of charge to all UK customers.

High-quality cashmere has the potential to last a lifetime with the right care. That’s why we've introduced a new service to refresh and repair your favourite Hilditch & Key cashmere sweaters and return them to their former glory.

It’s part of our commitment to sustainability, helping you enjoy your clothes for years to come. 

To find out more about this service please visit here.