Women's Cashmere Boatneck Top - Gossamer 3/4 Sleeve
Worn through a decade of winters, about $0.27 a wear — direct from the artisans of Upper Mustang, with no luxury-label markup.
Size guide & measurements
Approximate finished measurements in inches, garment laid flat and unstretched, measured straight across and not doubled. Every piece is hand-knitted, so individual garments vary a little.
- AShoulder — measured as the neckline width — there is no outer shoulder seam
- BBust — flat, one inch below the armhole
- CArm length — from the centre back of the neck to the cuff
- DBody length — highest shoulder point to hem
| Size | A · Shoulder | B · Bust | C · Arm | D · Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 13½" | 16¾" | 22" | 21¾" |
| XS | 13⅞" | 17½" | 22⅜" | 22½" |
| S | 14¼" | 18½" | 22¾" | 23¼" |
| M | 14⅝" | 19½" | 23⅛" | 24" |
| L | 15" | 20¾" | 23½" | 24¾" |
| XL | 15½" | 22¼" | 23⅞" | 25½" |
| XXL | 16" | 23¾" | 24¼" | 26¼" |
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Complete the set
~70g
1 Chyangra goat =
~150g per year
Each top uses ~50% of one Chyangra goat's entire yearly cashmere
Ply Count: 1 Ply
Higher ply = denser, warmer, more durable
Micron: 16µm
Gauge: 14
Cashmere Ultra-fine, Grade-A fibers
Description
Description
A 100% pure Himalayan cashmere fine-knit top, hand-combed from Chyangra (Changthangi) goats and knitted by artisans in Nepal — NPIA-certified for authenticity. A fine, lightweight layer for warmer days.
It's astonishingly light in your hands. And it will become the most-reached-for thing in your wardrobe.
The first time you pick this up, you'll pause. It's almost nothing in your hands. Then you put it on — and everything changes.
It rests on your skin like it was sewn there. Not a layer. Not just a top. A feeling you want to go back to every morning.
This shell is spun from 100% pure Himalayan cashmere — pulled by hand from Changra goats that graze at high altitude in Nepal, where the cold forces their coats to grow finer than anywhere else on Earth. No blends. No fillers. No shortcuts. Just cashmere in its most honest form.
Drape it over your shoulders on a flight. Layer it under a blazer in October and forget it's there.
The cut is the other thing.
The wide bateau neckline — what the French have called le cou bateau for nearly a century — does something no other neckline does as well. It opens the collarbone. It widens the shoulder. It makes you look like you got dressed with intention, even when you just reached for the first thing in your closet.
And the sleeves are cut bracelet-length on purpose. Just long enough to be elegant. Just short enough to show your wrist, your watch, your rings. Every piece of jewelry you own will look better the moment you put this on underneath it.
The hem drops symmetrically at the shoulder — balanced, clean, seasonless. This is not a top that tries. It just works.
This is for you if you want one thing that does everything.
For the woman who travels. For the one whose wardrobe is already full — but somehow still missing this. For anyone who has spent enough on things that fell apart, and is ready for one piece that only gets better with time.
And if you're buying it as a gift — she will remember the day she opened it. It arrives beautifully packaged, ready to give. When you give someone real cashmere, you give them a daily luxury. Something she'll reach for on a Tuesday morning and feel, just for a moment, like the best version of herself.
Every Lumusae piece is handcrafted by artisan weavers in Nepal, made from ethically sourced cashmere, and NPIA certified — so you know exactly what you're wearing, down to the fiber.
This is the opposite of fast fashion. This is something you keep.
Pairs well with: Pure Cashmere Sleeveless Shell Crewneck Tank Top For Women and 100% Undyed Cashmere Women's Hoodie — Natural Chyangra Cashmere. New to cashmere? See what makes a good cashmere sweater.
Explore more: Cashmere Tops for Women.
Who it’s for
For the buyer who wants cashmere that layers under a blazer without bulk. The boatneck sits wide and shows the collarbone, which is the reason to pick it over the crew.
When to use it
- Warm climates and heated offices where a heavy knit is unwearable
- Under jackets, where thickness would ruin the line
- Spring and autumn rather than deep winter
- Weight: Incredibly light ~70 grams The ~70g weight delivers subtle warmth with barely-there comfort—light enough to feel like a second skin, yet surprisingly effective for layering or mild weather protection.
- Softness: Ultra-fine 16-micron fibers 16-micron fibers are exceptionally rare and luxurious, creating an extraordinarily soft feel against your skin (for comparison, human hair is about 75 microns). Each wear feels like being kissed by a cloud.
Perfect for: Layering under jackets, transitional spring and fall weather, air-conditioned offices, and travel where minimal weight meets maximum versatility. Ideal for anyone seeking cloud-like softness with effortless elegance in a top that's your go-to essential for any season.
Returns & Exchanges
Returns & Exchanges
30 Days to Decide
Cashmere is meant to be felt, not guessed at through a screen. Receive your piece, hold it against your skin, see it in your own light. If it isn't everything you hoped, you have 30 days to return it. Quality issues, wrong items, and colour mismatches are always covered by us at no cost. For sizing or colour-variation returns, we issue full store credit, with a free prepaid label if you're in the US.
Care Instruction
Care Instruction
All Lumusae garments are of the highest quality and with good care will last for years to come. To read our care guide please click here
Cashmere is a fine animal hair, not a hard-wearing wool. It responds to cool water and gentle handling, and almost all damage comes from heat and agitation rather than from wearing it. Treated properly, a piece lasts years rather than seasons.
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Machine Wash
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Dry Clean
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Do Not Bleach
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Lay Flat to Dry
How do I wash cashmere?
By hand is best. Fill a basin with cool water — no warmer than about 30°C / 86°F — and add a capful of a mild wool or cashmere detergent. Submerge the piece and press it gently under the water for two or three minutes. Do not rub, wring or twist. Rinse in cool water of the same temperature until the water runs clear.
By machine, only if the cycle is genuinely gentle. A wool or delicate cycle works if it stays cool and spins slowly. Turn the piece inside out, put it in a mesh laundry bag, and use a low or no spin setting.
The one thing to avoid is thermal shock. Hot water, a sudden change in temperature, or vigorous agitation causes the fibres to lock together permanently. That is felting, and it cannot be reversed. For the same reason, skip bleach, fabric softener and the tumble dryer.
How do I dry cashmere?
Press the water out between two towels rather than wringing. Reshape the piece while it is damp, then lay it flat on a dry towel away from radiators, direct heat and strong sunlight. Never hang a wet knit — the weight of the water pulls the shoulders and body out of shape as it dries.
Why is my cashmere pilling, and how do I fix it?
Pilling is friction, not a fault or a sign of poor quality. It appears wherever the garment rubs against something — under the arms, along a seatbelt, where a bag strap sits. It is most noticeable in the first few wears and settles down after that.
Lay the piece flat and remove pills with a cashmere comb or a fabric shaver, working lightly in one direction. Do not pull them off by hand, which drags the surrounding fibres.
How should I store cashmere?
Fold it; never hang it. Hanging stretches the shoulders over time.
Always store it clean. Moths are drawn to skin oils, perspiration and food traces rather than to the fibre itself, so a piece put away unwashed is far more vulnerable than a clean one. Use a breathable cotton bag with cedar or lavender, and avoid airtight plastic, which traps moisture.
Do I need to wash it after every wear?
No, and you shouldn't. Cashmere benefits from resting between wears — give it a day to recover its shape. Airing it usually does more than washing, and a small mark is better spot-cleaned than put through a full wash.
Is dry cleaning safe?
Yes, and it is a good option for structured pieces or stubborn marks. Choose a cleaner who handles cashmere regularly. Most pieces do not need it often; hand washing at home is gentler and perfectly adequate for routine care.
Care for shawls and wraps
Handwoven shawls are finer than knitwear and prefer hand washing. Do not iron directly on the fabric — if a piece needs pressing, use a cool iron under a cloth, or hang it in a steamy bathroom and let the creases drop out. Fringes can be combed straight with your fingers while damp.
For a longer walkthrough, including stain removal and seasonal storage, read our complete guide to caring for your pashmina. If you are unsure about a particular piece, contact us and we will advise.
