Loro Piana Cashmere: Worth It? (Luxe Italian Fabric Review)

[@regsantotomas]

I think that Loro Piana offers great options as a fabric as opposed to their ready-to-wear options. Having garments made with LP fabrics offers far more value than most of the items created by Loro Piana themselves. I would love to see further explorations of fabric from Fox Brothers, Holland & Sherry, etc in the future

[@HotDilf]

The only item "worth" buying is LP's made-in-house cashmere jumpers, because they save the best cashmere yarns for their own label. The fabric supplying business exists as a whole another division, and even though yarns are marketed as LP, the quality is remarkably inferior to the yarn reserved for their own house brand jumpers.

[@regsantotomas]

@@HotDilf Owning both in-house and having many garments made sourced from Loro Piana, I will disagree with your assessment about the supposed delta in quality.

[@SCwirlify]

I am glad we are discussing types of fabric again

[@rpkiller2489]

I have a beautiful 100% linen Hawaiian shirt from a company called Freenote Cloth and man it feels like wearing almost nothing. As a person unfamiliar with linen garments it really surprised me when i put it on.

[@D_Jilla]

This concept honestly changed my style absolutely infinitely!

[@superboysdad]

I found a brand new with tags loro piana coat at a second hand shop for $12 it even had the replacement buttons, love it

[@darksunrise37]

Found a vest BNWT for $6 at a thrift. Who are these ppl donating unworn LP

[@EverythingOnFinance]

Where d you get a second hand luxury clothes?

[@Googlium]

@@EverythingOnFinance thriftshops

[@tomassvaton]

Bought a Loro Piana navy turtle neck in a second hand shop for 15 Euro here in Czech Republic about 8 years ago. Nobody knew the brand then. Still wear it in cold winter days, soft and warm.

[@Rainy_Day12234]

Great buy

[@VentilatorenBumser]

best deal ever

[@Rich-dr8jj]

Give it to me

[@petrmilota6398]

kde presne? :D

[@marcomongke3116]

I own a Gobi cashmere vest. Considering how soft and fragile it feels, I am quite surprised how it surpassed my other several clothes in the last decade. Most of them either lost its colors, got torn or got out of fashion.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Interesting! Thanks for sharing, Marco

[@Brave_Brevity]

I like the brand, but I cannot tolerate spending 13k on just one jacket.

[@herbtube7824]

Thank God, that those of us that do it are not dependent on your “tolerance”.

[@russellthegent7511]

I mean I probably wouldn’t spend 13k to buy a Loro piana branded jacket from their ready to wear when you can spend 7-10k and get it bespoke from huntsman or sartoria gallo for the benefit of a perfect fit and details I’d want.

[@Brave_Brevity]

@@russellthegent7511 true

[@sashes375]

@@herbtube7824 Bro get off your high horse, we all know you don’t own a Loro Piana

[@fischputza]

@@sashes375 he could ask his mum for one

[@thomasreichhart5081]

I just got my first Loro Piana sweater a few weeks ago. It's by far the best cashmere I have owned so far (even better than my Cucinelli cashmere sweaters!) That said, I would LOVE to such a review on Cucinelli! Especially your views on the cashmere quality and his "humanistic capitalism" philosophy.

[@craft-o-matic399]

Thank you Raphael and company for the review of Loro Piana cashmere! Always detailed and informative, and I appreciate that very much! Lisa

[@gentlemansgazette]

Thank you for your support, Lisa!

[@ip_freely]

I have many Loro Piana items and they are truly wonderful, 100% worth the expense.

[@rlkinnard]

i have some; very nice but all cashmere is nice. Not worth the exorbitant price for LP.

[@brock5946]

Maybe when you're a millionaire

[@bubblegod8850]

Great. I'm looking forward to a video on the mythical Vicuña fabric soon!

[@owenopi8694]

would love to see you do this for other *fabrics* specifically e.g. cucinelli suede, prada nylon, hermes silk and cashmere, n peal cashmere, tom ford leather and suede

[@HFSurvivalSchool]

Raphael you’re missing a small mustache and you’d be Gomez from adams family lol That aside I love Loro Piana , not only their wool but other fabrics are amazing as well , I have a few of their shirts and both the fabric and cut is amazing , they have seamless move from collar to shirt and you can pick them up for half price in outlets in Italy and for 300$ a shirt you’re really getting an amazing deal.

[@rudimussrodeln]

Loro Piana was worth it a few years ago, since LVMH takeover it got too expensive and is now a pure luxury Brand. Maybe you could do a Worth it? Video about RIMOWA suitcases. Kinda the same thing.

[@mdleweight]

American Airlines smashed two of my RIMOWAs to pieces. One a composite material and the other traditional aluminum.

[@rudimussrodeln]

@@mdleweight because they are so stiff and dont absorp shocks so well, only their cabin bag stuff works

[@russellthegent7511]

Don't think I'd ever buy a Loro Piano branded coat. You can get a bespoke tailor on Savile Row to make you that 30k overcoat for less than half and end up with a better fit. I have a couple of jackets from Huntsman with Loro Piana fabric:, a lightweight seersucker for summer that's surprisingly durable and very breathable and a rust colored tweed jacket with an action back. Very happy with them and both were far cheaper than what the local Loro Piana boutique has to offer. For future videos I'd love to see a review of Fox Brothers. They've got some amazing flannels and tweeds and I'm curious to learn more about Fox Air. Dormeuil also has some pretty nifty stuff but that may be a little modern for your general aesthetic.

[@peppolicchiopappo7274]

As an Italian I’m impressed by your italian word pronunciation, always correct, that’s quite refreshing. Also, the random mention of snowboarding and not skiing impressed me, love multifaceted people with completely different passions

[@savariaxa]

Best cashmere pieces are from Ballantyne 100 % made in Scotland till the 90’s after that they where made in Italy I have 4 pieces from the early 1990’s in perfect shape !

[@briang530]

I think you guys nailed it. I like the Loro fabrics in items I own, but don't think I'd buy their OTR products.

[@geanieollman2320]

As a hand-knitter with a huge stash of merino, quiviut, breed specific wool yarns, etc., I do have to laugh a little. Quality rules my choices and I have my own very exclusive club of recipients. Just ask my friends. 😊 Love all your videos, btw. Thanks!

[@branislavbanar752]

Some people want to pay more in order to have an exclusive product that separates them from the rest of us. Loro Piana serves that clientele.

[@bheinatz1]

Need a "Is It Worth It" review of Kiton, Attolini and Borrelli! Great review, but you need to try out their Sweater Jacket for casual use.

[@briankelley987]

Can't wait to see how the cashmere v stuffed animal shot can get recycled into future videos. It has potential. Could it one day be as influential as the Rapheal scolding Preston shot? Time will tell.

[@janerkenbrack3373]

I agree that more description of the effort that goes into making their product better is not how they are selling the brand. The brand is simply trusted for their superiority, and expecting them to prove it is mercantile. The market is those who don't have to think about the cost very much, and aren't concerned about bargains or measured values.

[@Arouet7174]

Another very interesting discussion! In a similar vein I’d love to see a ‘is it worth it’ video on Ermenegildo Zegna- I’ve been a fan of the brand for years but these days I am sorry to see them move towards the luxury LVMH model of business and away from classic mens tailoring, it seems their quality has reduced as a result but this might just be me!

[@christopherbui7315]

I feel the same way! Loro Piana bring owned by LVMH is quite worrisome and I have turned my interests to others!

[@mdleweight]

I hit the jackpot one day and purchased a pair of Zenga slacks made with Loro Piana wool at a huge discount. Best of all worlds.

[@SprezzaturaLifestyle]

Why do you think that way? Z Zegna goes into that direction but Ermenegildo Zegna I don't see that at all. I purchased a 100% cashmere blouson from E. Zegna and it is the epitome of quality elegance and craftmanship.

[@christopherbui7315]

@@SprezzaturaLifestyle I thought they rebranded and are solely Zegna now?

[@i.o.3563]

Well, LP has it's own style. And we have to respect that. The house style is contemporary classic and reflects modern gentleman very much, in my opinion anyway. Quality is top notch and so is the price. What I personally appreciate the most is: no evident branding, extremely comfortable, relaxed and up to date style. One thing to mention separately is understatement. You can easily wear $20K on you and most will hardly notice. Price/quality ration? Well, this is a luxury brand. If we're not talking about exclusive fabrics like vicuna, prices are hardly higher than those of other luxury brands. But if one is looking for a much better price to quality ration there are many premium brands offering 80-90% of the quality for 40-50% of the price.

[@suretybringsruin]

What premium brands do you recommend as a “cheaper”alternative which comes close quality wise ?

[@i.o.3563]

@@suretybringsruin I would say Bilancioni, Cortigiani and Doriani.

[@lofasz3328]

​@i.o.3563 do you know the ply on those? Looking for thicker cashmere that's durable and will last decades if possible

[@i.o.3563]

@@lofasz3328 in terms of longevity there’s more to it. It depends on multiple factors. And I believe the configuration of yarn depends from model to model. So it’s difficult to say, but I have worn their product for many years and they look pretty much the same as those from luxury brands, including Loro Piana.

[@lofasz3328]

@@i.o.3563 you're referring to those 3 brands in the above comment?

[@lordvergesso]

i would really like to hear your opinion on HUGO BOSS. i know it is not that much of a "classic" menswear brand anymore... but for many men it is still the holy grail when it comes to suits

[@herbtube7824]

Yes, that would be very interesting. Especially considering that BOSS is the only higher end brand that’s regularly found in the majority of department stores in Germany.

[@SpirithunterBOMB]

Man they used to be a lot better tbh. When they still had Baldessarini as their high end luxury label of hugo boss. All of their garments were made in Italy or United Kingdom, using really fine fabrics.

[@herbtube7824]

@@SteveSmith-kd9if Not in relation to what is generally offered in most department stores in Germany.

[@r.vazquez7880]

I picked up loro Liana over coats from brooks brothers and they are superb quality. The storm system is incredible and the range of fabrics is amazing. Worth it if you can find it at a reasonable price.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Very nice! Did you get the overcoat new, or vintage?

[@r.vazquez7880]

Overcoat was new about 7 years ago. Thanks for asking. Enjoy the channel.

[@rlkinnard]

@@gentlemansgazette Why use the word vintage when you really mean used.

[@Mbetman]

I'm a simple man, I look at Rafael's jacket, looks great and high quality, so it's worth it ;)

[@mdleweight]

Is it worth it suggestion: Stefano Ricci. Really nice stuff at very high prices. Almost never available at reductions. I have one of their "Cocodrillo" belts that has worn incredibly well so far for the three years since I purchased it. It still looks great, after many wearings but was $2800.

[@bloodyhendrix]

Just got a matching cashmere storm system jacket and vest for $40 at the thrift. Need to watch this video to make sure my purchase was a good value.

[@gerardodandrea1166]

I totally agree. Buy a Lanieri suite made of Loro Piana cachemire: you have a tailored vest with an order of magnitude of the price!

[@thehighdiveSD]

Would like to see Johnstons of Elgin

[@basicdose.9872]

Oh yeah baby. Definitely worth it.

[@gaius68]

Great review - thanks for sharing. I love cashmere. N. Peal is my favourite brand and at a much more reasonable price point!

[@tomas_m]

I'd suggest Yves Salomon next, especially their fur-lined parkas. Or those few make of Loro Piana materials.

[@stephanecaussin9829]

Can you check the Moorer brand for their jacket and jumper

[@elsinina]

I bought a cashmere sweater from Loro Piana a month ago for 1600 euros. The sweater is already pilling so badly...I am sad and disappointed and I will never ever purchase another Loro Piana.

[@rlkinnard]

I have a Loro Piana sweater that i bought 12 years ago that is pretty much immaculate.

[@elsinina]

@@rlkinnard I'm not surprised. Apparently the quality changed when LVMH acquired an 80% in Loro Piana in 2013, becoming their majority shareholder. Lucky you!

[@rlkinnard]

@@elsinina i would not be surprised given that my Loro Piana sweater was purchased in the good old days. That makes me wonder if Arnault is causing LVMH long term problems by taking excellent brands and diluting their quality. It tales a while for that process to filter through to the people who buy their stuff. LVMH is having problems whereas Hermes and Prada are doing well. My question is what are well healed buyers interested in? Is Hernes stock a good investment?

[@KS-yw6oo]

Amazingly informative and fun video! I think it is incredibly well edited and directed! Well done! Would love to know your take on Brunello Cucinelli as another high end cashmere brand and Falconeri as a budget cashmere brand

[@examensexamen]

I have a greyish blue DB suit bespoked from Loro Piana's 100% cashmere. Worth it.

[@coltondavie4114]

Do Brunello next!

[@JeMappelleFrikandel]

Colombo is a lesser known brand offering cashmere products with a quality similar to Loro Piana.

I had a chance to touch a Loro Piana scarf in a 2nd hand store and it felt so soft so good.

[@markjanssens1658]

Johnstons of Elgin and William Lockie make awesome pieces and have lasted me years.

[@bbrebozo6417]

You should do a video on Loro Piana suri alpaca. Alpaca sox and sweaters are great for outdoor activities but since alpaca stretches, using it for tailored garments is harder.

[@thegentlemanplayer9689]

If you find yourself asking this question, Loro Piana isn't the brand for you. The Open Walk boots are comfortable, though.

[@grohomot]

outstanding research! thanks!

[@boltthrower3215]

There is a reason why it’s called CASHmere.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Preston would be very proud of that pun!

[@MariaChristinaBari]

☺️

[@rogerr.8507]

Can i hang my wool and cashmere outside to dry? im afraid moths will eat it or infect it.

[@RaveON123]

What about Brioni? Other interesting brands: Kiton, Brunello Cucinelli, ETRO and Rubinacci.

[@LiquidIEx]

Could you make a whole video about menswear brands with high value? Like you did on shoes.

[@TheLafaer]

pros and cons. love it LP

[@douglasyong6939]

Appreciate your honesty

[@carlosbravo6744]

I'd love to see more about hats, maybe Stetson or Goorin Bros. I've seen some good bargains of those on thrift shops or websites.

[@DigitalPowerShot]

Great review! 👍🏻

[@walterlee4796]

You didn’t mention their exclusive Vicuna sourced from Peru, it’s supposed to be softer than Kashmir or Mongolian sourced cashmere

[@gentlemansgazette]

Perhaps in another video, this one is all about cashmere :)

[@jaimezamudiomendez9426]

Excelente seguiré recomendando este canal. Con subtítulos en español está

[@igorradvic6882]

Brunello Cucinelli next!

[@dakotarayprice]

Can you please do n peal for New video for is it worth it

[@doug6259]

If you are a multimillionaire then spending thousands on one garment is like going out to lunch for the rest of us. It is such a small percentage of their net worth it does not even register. If that is not the case then I would not buy it at least not at those prices. I like good quality clothing but look for ways to get bargains and refuse to pay exorbitant prices. They have blazers on their website for $3-4K. I recently bought a tweed wool blazer by Geoffrey Beene in excellent condition on Poshmark for $10. Sven has a recent video where he puts together an expensive looking outfit for a few hundred. This site was one of his recommendations.

[@fossil-bit8439]

You could do a WORTH IT? video on Filson items. They used to be an affordable working man’s brand but now are fairly expensive for utilitarian garments.

[@Aaronheirofisildur]

You should review Brunello Cucinelli

[@tmendoza6]

given today's environment in the US can you recommend a good tactical vest

[@dr.winstonsmith]

This

[@marioe6696]

I know it's not a typical GG topic, but what about Lucchese exotic cowboy boots? An "Is it worth it" video would be interesting for me.

[@MisterKnightly]

Rose Anvil did a video on those recently, it might help.

[@fordharrison2649]

i am going to use LORO PIANA Zelander Superfine Merino Wool to make a suits , is it a good material?

[@hadriengunnar59]

Great video, thanks :) But I guess that the largest cashmere group in the world are rather Erdos cashmere in China that provides every type of cashmere from low quality to high end products.

[@KsenijaCelner]

Please do a video on Eric Bompard cashmere 🙏🏻

[@charlieboylol527]

Is Lori Piana better than Zenga cloth , thanks

[@dankoi77]

You should make a similar video on Zegna.

[@ChrisThe1]

I have one of their cheaper scarfs. Stunning quality and feel. Absolutely worth it

[@RTV9918]

Crazy to think a high quality couch like one from RH only costs as much as a Loro Piana Jacket😮

[@theftworthrealtor]

I was curious so I checked out their website and their Outerwear prices...I had to look twice at those prices..definitely some unique pieces, but I saw a regular looking bomber jacket you could buy at Banana Republic priced at $9k, an overshirt/shacket for $9,900...looks like it's a brand for those with more $$ than sense or so much money they just don't care...good for them, obviously someone is buying their goods.

[@rlkinnard]

I think that it is too late to get an answer. But what other companies do you trust for cashmere other than Loro Piana. I buy Hermes thinking that they do a good job.

[@christopherbui7315]

Thank for for the detailed video! I enjoyed the in depth content; however, I feel there were many missed points. I believe it is imperative to note that Loro Piana is owned by LVMH as their RTW line is slowly moving away from classical pieces to modern and less tasteful designs. Thus, it would be nice to have comparisons to companies not owned by the LVMH conglomerate; such as, Brunello or Zegna. I currently own a Loro Piana piece produced by my tailor; however, I am considering a RTW item which includes storm system or rain system because it sounds very interesting! It would be very nice if you could provide high end fabric alternatives to storm/rain system. Thank you again, and I can't wait for the video on Brunello or Zegna.

[@divineangelic2727]

Hi how do you rate Pierre b made in Switzerland cashmere long coat

[@enteetne6704]

could someone provide a list of scottish, english or italian merino wool / cashmere brands that are somewhat affordable? E.g. the scottish and english brands he mentions but does not name? Would be highly appreciated :)

[@Lasciatemi_Guidare]

I’ve bought some things from N.Peal, which is British, and found them good value for money.

[@PamelaD963]

Alan Paine , Johnstone’s of Elgin , John Smedley

[@charlieboylol527]

Do Brioni make their own cloth or are they just designers, thanks

[@dimitriosglous4156]

Can you do a video about Kiton

[@mikelob6707]

All of my loro piana garments come from thrifting, they're out there

[@Leileipku]

can you kindly tell me the name of the second hand store?

[@mikelob6707]

@@Leileipku I've got a 2 piece hickey freeman suit made with loro piana wool and a blazer jacket, both from a salvation army near me

[@mikaeloverby]

Need a worth it episode of Jacob Cohen jeans👍 I love them but do Gentleman Gazette?

[@Manuel421]

Not really related to the video but just curious. If a Blazer is 80%Wool 20%Linen does that make it highly breathable for warmer weather or is it better to wait when it's cooler to wear it? I'd have to check again if it's unlined but it does say that the fabric is performance. It features patch pockets therefore making it more casual. Thanks for the content as always.

[@ebdaniels8774]

In many ways, weave is more important than material when it comes to breathability. The 20% linen makes me think that the weave is likely more open, and therefore good for warmer weather, but the easy way to check is to hold it up to the light, put your hand behind the fabric, and see if you can see your hand. The more "sheer" the fabric, the more open the weave, and therefore the more breathable. Obviously if it's unlined that will also make it more breathable.

[@Manuel421]

@@ebdaniels8774 I appreciate the insight good sir. Absolutely! It gets extremely hot out here so honestly a Jacket isn't always needed but sometimes I still want to wear one for informal occasions. Most casual days though I'll skip it and just wear a Linen or Polo with Wool trousers or Chinos but the 80% Wool 20% Linen Blazer says that it is performance which normally I suppose means moisture wicking? I'm not sure if it is unlined but will definitely check again as I stated above. My unlined Cotton Blazers are definitely amazing for warm weather but could still wear them with a sweater underneath during the cold months as well.

[@rizkyfitriansyah4929]

do hermes cashmere

[@ctlspl]

Sometimes stores like goodwill don’t know the brand and put ridiculously low prices on it. I have even seen Loro jackets for 20 €. I should have bought it to sell it on eBay.

[@jmartin2778]

I have an Allen Edmonds baseball hat that is made by LP with their Storm System fabric. It is truly outstanding and has stood up to many New England winters.

[@andrewduan8059]

Is Stefano Ricci worth it?

[@jamesleung8679]

Loro Piana is most famous for its vicuna products.

[@rocketman3770]

do a review of the brand "The Row"

[@user-xe8qx3yu1d]

thank you

[@eliasmisaelhernandez4979]

Please make kiton and ermenegildo zegna.

[@clauaome25]

seems this channel is only for men, but I enjoy reviews for this brand, thanks

[@leoalbertlim9668]

if you dont have cash, most of this luxury brands end up in a thrift store and you can buy it for 5 to 15 euro. I just got curious to see this brand because i bought 1 suit in the thrift store for only 10 euros.

[@Commander_Cat]

Which country is the thrift store in?

[@Idk-dd2gn]

To spend thousands on something that’s not bespoke is tough to wrap my head around.

[@HardCoreHockeyPlyr14]

my dad is a big fan of Loro Piana, Brunello, Isaia, Lardini, Kiton, but swears by Canali above all

[@aprilstar3572]

Well 😅Vidalia onions are only grown in a area of Georgia but the onions don’t cost a fortune to buy them .The term a fool is born every minute comes to mind as I am watching this .

[@uniqloboi9800]

Are these 100% hand made without modern machines ? Dont think so just another factory

[@Leprechaun33]

If it’s worth series do a video on Eddie Bauer

[@fossil-bit8439]

I’m sorry but no clothing garment is worth upwards of $10k! Maybe $1,000. But anything more than that is overpriced for sure.

[@Alistair_McCullom]

My favorite series

[@jackeddemon]

So who’s better overall, Zegna or Piana?

[@erique_k]

Zegna for suits, Loro Piana for everything else.

[@chiquita683]

Please turn off the music. It makes it really hard to hear especially with how your voice cuts in and out. Play the intro at the beginning and then cut the music out. Impossible to listen for 25 mins, can really only get through the shorter vids. Thanks

[@justinleemiller]

Doesn’t bother me…

[@russ9921]

I agree - irritating background drumming.

[@rjo8500]

It’s worth it for me because I only buy Loro Piana on the secondary market. $80 To $120 for a hardly used LP cashmere sports jacket. Yeah, all day.

[@yayforeals]

I would like to see Salvatore Ferragamo for leather