Mohair is a trending fibre in US contemporary and luxury knitwear — the halo, the lustre, the tactile quality are hard to replicate in synthetic alternatives. We produce brushed mohair cardigans and kid mohair-silk blend pieces on flat-knit machines at gauges that allow the fibre to bloom correctly. Hand-finishing, proper brushing technique and in-house QC are what separate a mohair piece that photographs and sells from one that pills and returns.

Mohair Cardigan Capabilities

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Fibre Options

Kid mohair-silk blend (72/28 — the luxury standard), brushed adult mohair, mohair-merino blend for structure. European-spun yarns with origin documentation.

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Gauge Range

2gg to 10gg depending on fibre blend and desired halo density. Our team advises on the right gauge for your silhouette — halo density changes significantly between 3gg and 5gg.

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Brushing & Finishing

In-house brushing for consistent halo. Multiple passes for deeper bloom, single-pass for a lighter hand. Steaming and garment finishing to set the shape before packing.

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Silhouette Range

Open-front cardigan, button cardigan, oversized drop-shoulder, belted wrap. Long-length and cropped proportions both well-suited to mohair's drape characteristics.

Kid Mohair-Silk: The Luxury Standard

The 72/28 kid mohair-silk blend is the yarn behind most of the high-halo cardigans appearing in US contemporary and luxury knitwear. The kid mohair provides the soft, fine halo; the silk adds structure, luminosity and prevents excessive stretch. We source from European spinners — predominantly Italian and Portuguese mills — with full fibre origin records.

At 5–7gg in a kid mohair-silk, the finished cardigan reads premium at a price point that works for independent US brands with $250–$450 retail. The FOB price is higher than a merino or cotton piece but the retail multiple justifies it — mohair-silk cardigans typically carry the highest margin per unit in a knitwear collection.

Mohair Cardigan: Pricing Reference

StyleGaugeIndicative FOB
Brushed adult mohair cardigan3–5gg$28–42
Kid mohair-silk blend cardigan (72/28)5–7gg$45–70
Mohair-merino blend, button cardigan5–7gg$35–50

Indicative FOB Mersin at 250–500 pcs MOQ. Add ocean freight, US import duty and customs brokerage for landed cost.

Start your mohair cardigan programme

Send a reference style, fibre brief or tech pack. We'll advise on gauge, fibre blend and brushing approach — and give you a sample timeline and indicative FOB price within one business day.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between mohair and kid mohair for knitwear?

Kid mohair comes from the first three clips of an Angora goat kid (under 12 months) and has a finer fibre diameter (typically 23–28 micron) and softer halo than standard adult mohair (30–40 micron). For cardigans, kid mohair blended with silk (typically 70/30 or 72/28) produces the lightweight, luminous halo pieces popular in luxury knitwear. Adult mohair gives a fuller, heavier halo at a lower price point.

What gauge is used for brushed mohair cardigans?

Brushed mohair cardigans are typically knitted at 2gg–5gg to allow the fibre to bloom and create the halo effect after brushing. Finer mohair-silk blends can be knitted at 7–10gg for a lighter, more structured garment before brushing.

Do you produce mohair-silk blend cardigans?

Yes. Kid mohair-silk blend (typically 72% kid mohair / 28% silk) is one of our most requested yarns for US luxury brands. The silk component adds lustre and structure to the halo. We source from European spinners with full origin documentation.

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