Journal

What is merino wool and why is it soft? Read what the fibre can do, how it differs from other wool and how to care for merino in five steps.

Pilling is caused by friction and can occur with different fibres. This is how you limit the risk and gently remove fuzz balls without damaging the knit.

The wool cycle and the delicates cycle are not automatically interchangeable. The care label decides first what is allowed; after that you choose the right programme and detergent.

A shirt under knitwear works mainly when the neckline, sleeves and fit work together. A cardigan is often simpler here than a polo or quarter zip.

Merino and cashmere differ in fibre and feel, but warmth, durability and care also depend strongly on yarn, knit structure and the specific garment.

Viscose is a regenerated cellulose fibre. How the garment drapes and how you care for it also depends on the fibre blend, the yarn and the knit structure.

Texture makes a difference in an outfit through cable, rib, tweed, satin look and smooth fabrics. That is how you combine surfaces without hard rules about colour, shine or numbers.

A slim build does not need to be corrected. With fit, texture and layers you can deliberately play with the silhouette and the amount of visual volume.

A cardigan can work perfectly well as a standalone top. Pay attention to the fastening, coverage and fit, and combine it with the waist height you like.

A twinset is a top and cardigan deliberately worn together. Tone-on-tone, contrast and different textures can all work; pay attention above all to fit and room for layers.

A cardigan or sweater draped loosely over your shoulders is the smartest extra layer of March. Here is how to knot, drape and combine it, for women and men.

A clothing gift for him that does not stay in the wardrobe? Choose a timeless piece in a calm colour. Here is how to find the right gift for each type of man.