When you hear the words 'cosy' and 'comfortable', what do you think? Another word beginning with 'c', of course: cashmere. When it comes to offering both comfort and warmth, cashmere is nothing short of a dream - and is just the thing for lifting our spirits in the dark evenings. From crew necks to socks, it remains a total luxury for winter and feels lovely to wear. But it's not just tops and accessories – cashmere joggers, dresses, polos and socks will satisfy your cashmere cravings. The only thing that isn't quite so delicious about cashmere? The price. Except we're here to tell you that affordable cashmere does actually exist.
The high street is brimming with excellent options, whatever you're looking for. Everyone's favourite M&S, for example, has cashmere jumpers in every colour, print and style imaginable. Arket's cashmere is also famously good quality - and the shop has everything from scarves and roll-neck jumpers to trousers and gloves.
Of course, you can't talk about affordable cashmere without talking about Uniqlo, which has everything from coats to beanie hats. If it's cashmere loungewear you're after, then look to The White Company, which has some of the snuggliest hoodie and joggers sets we've seen. Stay cosy.
SHOP: The Best Cashmere Pieces On The High Street
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What better way to lounge on the sofa than in a hoodie made of the softest cashmere.
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The matching cashmere joggers are an investment purchase at £189, the same price as the hoodie, but take care of them and they'll take care of you.
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Available in 15 delectable shades - from the neutral to the not-so-neutral - Uniqlo's 100% cashmere crew-neck jumper will be a cornerstone of your cold-weather wardrobe.
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This triangle scarf is such a practical addition to your accessory collection, providing much-needed warmth over a jumper when the temperature drops and double the knitwear = double the fun.
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These wide-leg cashmere joggers - in a pleasingly quiet luxury shade of 'cappuccino' - would be so comfortable on a long-haul flight.
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Is there anything more indulgent than treating your feet to a pair of cashmere socks? These can actually be machine-washed, as long as you set it on cold.
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Available in 12 gorgeous shades, including this half-glass-full shade of green, Rise & Fall's cashmere blanket scarf is cheaper than its competitors' versions by quite some way.
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If you can't bear to part from your cashmere during your 9-5, allow us to introduce this turtle-neck dress from John Lewis, which is definitely smart enough to wear to work when paired with knee-high boots.
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Certified according to the Good Cashmere Standard, & Other Stories' lilac jumper is perfect for work and play.
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Hush's navy cashmere jumper is an absolute classic of the knitwear canon.
This oversized turtle-neck jumper is guaranteed to cheer you up for two reasons. Firstly, because it's available in this brilliant shade of bubblegum. And secondly, because it's now £94 in the sale - down from £235.
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This cherry red cardigan will look just as good with grey slacks as it does with jeans, making it a truly hard-working addition to your knitwear drawer.