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what is cashmere? what is it used for​

Answer 1

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• Cashmere wool, usually simply known as cashmere, is a fiber obtained from cashmere goats, pashmina goats, and some other breeds of goat. It has been used to make yarn, textiles and clothing for hundreds of years. Cashmere is closely associated with the Kashmir shawl, the word "cashmere" deriving from an anglicisation of Kashmir when the Kashmir shawl reached Europe in the 19th century from Colonial India. Common usage defines the fiber as wool, but it is finer, stronger, lighter, softer and approximately three times more insulating than sheep wool.[1] Both the soft undercoat and the guard hairs may be used; the softer hair is reserved for textiles, while the coarse guard hair is used for brushes and other non-apparel purposes.

Answer 2

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• Cashmere wool, usually simply known as cashmere, is a fiber obtained from cashmere goats, pashmina goats, and some other breeds of goat. It has been used to make yarn, textiles and clothing for hundreds of years. Cashmere is closely associated with the Kashmir shawl, the word "Cashmere" deriving from an anglicisation of Kashmir when the Kashmir shawl reached Europe in the 19th century from Colonial India. Common usage defines the fiber as wool, but it is finer, stronger, lighter, softer and approximately three times more insulating than sheep wool. Both the soft undercoat and the guard hairs may be used; the softer hair is reserved for textiles, while the coarse guard hair is used for brushes and other non-apparel purposes.

• Cashmere wool, usually simply known as cashmere, is a fiber obtained from cashmere goats, pashmina goats, and some other breeds of goat. It has been used to make yarn, textiles and clothing for hundreds of years.

• Cashmere is a type of wool that comes from goats specially bred for their soft undercoat, from which the cashmere fibers are made. The term “cashmere” is the anglicization of the word “Kashmir”, the northernmost region of India, where the prized fabric was made for thousands of years.

• A cashmere goat is a type of goat that produces cashmere wool, the goat's fine, soft, downy, winter undercoat, in commercial quality and quantity. This undercoat grows as the day length shortens and is associated with an outer coat of coarse hair, which is present all the year and is called guard hair.

• Cashmere is a sought after and expensive material, often used in high-end clothing and textile products.  It has a combination of unique properties that have earned cashmere its reputation as a luxury material and justify its premium price.  These properties are why cashmere is the material of choice for Jet&Bo travel accessories.

• Softness :

Cashmere is known for its softness, producing a luxury feel. Cashmere is from the soft fleecy underlayer of a cashmere goat.  These fibers are of an extremely fine diameter (less than 19 microns, comparatively a human hair is 60 - 120 microns) which is why cashmere feels so soft.  Also, cashmere is a high loft fiber (air within the fiber) which translates into a plush, luxurious fabric with a silky feel. When properly cared for, cashmere gets softer with age.  

• Insulation :
• Cashmere is up to 8 times more insulating than regular sheep’s wool, providing superior insulation.  This is due to the harsh climate the cashmere goats live in, with extreme cold weather conditions.
• Lightweight :
• Cashmere is a lightweight fabric in comparison to the warmth it offers.  Cashmere clothing is never bulky, which makes it easy to travel with – it won’t take up too much space in your suitcase.
• Wrinkle-Resistant:
• Cashmere doesn’t wrinkle, making it an ideal fabric for travel clothing, when you won’t always have an iron on hand.
• Elegance :
• Cashmere drapes beautifully and due to it’s lightweight nature and resistance to wrinkles, it’s a fabric that always looks elegant and flattering.
• Comfort :
• Not only does cashmere keep you warm without adding bulk, it also has natural stretch, so you can move easily while wearing it.
• Moisture Wicking :
• Cashmere has a high moisture content and as the humidity changes in the air so does its insulation, making it comfortable in all climates, even warm ones. The fibers have water repellent exteriors and the interior attracts water.  This means that it attracts moisture, such as sweat, away from the body.
• No Scratchiness :
• A lot of people avoid wool due to the scratchy feeling against the skin.  Cashmere is soft and feels great against the skin as the fibers are much finer than wool and are spun tightly to produce a smooth, soft texture.
• Breathable :
• Unlike synthetic fibers which can leave you hot and sweaty, cashmere allows your body to breathe which helps regulate temperature.
• Luxury :
• Cashmere is considered a luxury material and the best of all natural fibers.  This is not only because of how amazing it feels against the skin but also because of the price.  The higher price of cashmere is due to the effort involved in collecting cashmere fibers, as it must be done by hand during spring molting season, resulting in a relatively small yield and scarcity.  It takes at least 3 cashmere goats to produce enough fiber in a year to create a clothing item such as a sweater.

• Fire Resistant :

• Cashmere has natural fire-resistant properties and when it is exposed to fire, while it will smolder, it will not melt onto the skin and it can self–extinguish once the source of the flame has gone out.

• Hypoallergenic :

• Cashmere has hypoallergenic properties making it a desirable choice for baby clothes and blankets as well as those with allergies.

• Smart Investment :

• When cashmere is cared for correctly it can last a lifetime.  It is a timeless fabric and classic styles will always be on-trend.