THE "SOFT GOLD" -CASHMERE

Known as Soft Gold, cashmere is an exquisitely rare fabric cherished for its unparalleled softness and exceptional warmth.

It offers superior insulation, being three times more effective than wool, and is finer than a human strand of hair, allowing you to stay cozy in lightweight garments. On average, it takes 5 to 10 goats to produce just one cashmere sweater. This scarcity is a major factor contributing to its well-deserved reputation as soft gold.

THE HARSH TRUTH

When it comes to traditional cashmere sourcing, many consumers are unaware of the potential harm these practices can cause.

Harsh Shearing

Traditional cashmere sourcing often involves harsh shearing, including rough handling and inadequate care practices year-round regardless of the goats' natural shedding cycle, that causes stress and bleeding to nearly 30% of cashmere-producing goats.

Water Intensive

Cleaning one kilogram of raw cashmere can consume up to 6,000 liters of water.

Our Commitment

The Good Cashmere Standard (GCS)

As a proud partner, we make our products using sustainably produced quality cashmere verified under The Good Cashmere Standard® Premium by AbTF, thereby ensuring improvements in animal welfare, environmental protection, and working conditions for goat herders and hired laborers on farms. On top of it all, the quality of our products is of the highest premium standard, setting a benchmark in the industry.

Quality fiber

In each strand of fiber: length of at least 34-36 millimeters

Purity

Free from contaminants & mixed fibers - sourced from only white goats

Durable & Soft

Fine fibers below 15.5 microns for smooth, soft feel against skin

Color Uniformity

No excessive blemishes

Ethical Shearing

No harm to goats

Quality fiber

In each strand of fiber: length of at least 34-36 millimeters

Purity

Free from contaminants & mixed fibers - sourced from only white goats

Durable & Soft

Fine fibers below 15.5 microns for smooth, soft feel against skin

Color Uniformity

No excessive blemishes

Ethical Shearing

No harm to goats

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Our Process

Discover the meticulous journey of our cashmere production, where every step is a commitment to sustainability and ethics.

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Sourcing

We source cashmere from GCS-compliant farms where goats are combed in warm weather when naturally shedding, leaving adequate fiber kept for warmth and sun protection. Emphasis is also placed on providing proper nutrition and spacious enclosures where the goats can move freely.

We source cashmere from GCS-compliant farms where goats are combed in warm weather when naturally shedding, leaving adequate fiber kept for warmth and sun protection. Emphasis is also placed on providing proper nutrition and spacious enclosures where the goats can move freely.

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Cleaning

The cleaning process is designed to be environmentally sustainable, as the wastewater is treated and recycled for reuse.

The cleaning process is designed to be environmentally sustainable, as the wastewater is treated and recycled for reuse.

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Weaving

Weaving is done in a dust-free and pollution free environment, and the tools used are inspected once for each lot of yarn. The evaluation for the quality of the finished yarn is carried out in accordance with the quality control standards.

Weaving is done in a dust-free and pollution free environment, and the tools used are inspected once for each lot of yarn. The evaluation for the quality of the finished yarn is carried out in accordance with the quality control standards.

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Final Product

Upon the completion of the finished product, we ensure that our labeling includes a wash label complies with the guidelines established by the GCS. To demonstrate our ethical practices, we can be found as a partner on the Good Cashmere Standard's website.

Upon the completion of the finished product, we ensure that our labeling includes a wash label complies with the guidelines established by the GCS. To demonstrate our ethical practices, we can be found as a partner on the Good Cashmere Standard's website.

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Your Choice

When you choose LILYSILK, you're not just purchasing cashmere. You're supporting sustainable and ethical practices, ensuring a better future for our planet and its inhabitants.

When you choose LILYSILK, you're not just purchasing cashmere. You're supporting sustainable and ethical practices, ensuring a better future for our planet and its inhabitants.

Discover GCS-certified cashmere

Prolong the Life of Your Luxurious Garments

To ensure the longevity and preserve the luxurious premium quality of your cashmere product, proper and gentle care is essential. Check out our cashmere care guide for more details on extending the life of your cashmere items.