The selection criteria was "Is this a piece you'll want to keep wearing 10 years from now?" We've picked out "mid-low gauge" knitwear pieces that are considered masterpieces from world-renowned knit brands that every man dreams of owning. These exquisite knit garments, made with carefully selected materials from around the world such as cashmere and alpaca, are truly treasures that you can feel the quality of just by touching them, and can be worn from autumn to early spring. We introduce each brand's top pick knitwear for Autumn/Winter 2019.





With its brand concept of "sports chic luxury," BRUNELLO CUCINELLI an Italian brand, focuses on cashmere wear and is highly regarded worldwide.

The key element of this season's collection is "the perfect blend of elegance and comfort." This cashmere knit stands out with its sporty feel, thanks to its college stripes and fresh cable knit pattern.


The new details and volume are inspired by the groundbreaking icons of the 1950s, when young people evolved the traditions of sartorial fashion, paying meticulous attention to the beauty of their attire while continuously incorporating unprecedented elements.

At first glance, the cable knit appears to be a traditional pattern, but it's actually a new knitting technique created by skilled craftsmen. Combined with the quality of the materials, it's immediately obvious that this is a high-quality knit, even from a distance.



Loro Piana consistently reigns supreme in the industry, manufacturing rare textiles such as cashmere and vicuña.

This plain-knit turtleneck sweater, crafted from soft, seamless cashmere coarsehair®, features an ingeniously designed cable knit pattern running from the neckline to the center front.


With its clean and stylish neckline, this piece is fun to wear in a sporty way, such as as an inner layer under a blouson. Available in four colors including orange, brown, and navy, it's also perfect as an accent color for your styling.




Fedelli 's zip-up cardigan uses organic, undyed cashmere, allowing you to enjoy the natural texture and color of the yarn, providing an unparalleled luxurious feel.


This off-white cashmere, undyed to be so rare, is a truly unique piece. When you feel the early autumn breeze, you'll want to throw it on over a t-shirt and enjoy the fashion that's perfect for this season.

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Founded in the suburbs of Florence, Italy, Malo is renowned for its knitting techniques using high-quality cashmere. The high mock neck and cable knit design give this piece a very fashionable impression.


Created with the image of winter tweed material in mind, this knit is woven with warm cashmere tweed yarn and is available in two colors: terracotta and camel.





The shawl collar cardigan is an enduring masterpiece from Settefilica Cashmere , where passion for knitting is supported by high technical skill. The 100% cashmere knit fabric is thick and substantial, and wearing it gives you a proud feeling of being wrapped in the finest material.


This season's must-have melange fabric is a testament to the owner, Michele Pagliero, who personally selected the yarns and poured his meticulous attention to detail into the design.

The jacket comes in two colors, beige and wine, exclusive to Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building . Both colors offer a fresh take on sophisticated style, and can be worn casually over a t-shirt or as a jacket over a tie, allowing for versatile styling depending on your mood.

If Picea is the pinnacle of cashmere, then The Inoue Brothers can be said to be the pinnacle of alpaca.
The Inoue brothers, born and raised in Copenhagen, Denmark, create expressive, chunky knitwear featuring cable knitting.

It offers a look that's distinctly different from traditional white or black. The contrasting knit patterns at the cuffs and hem create subtle definition, while the strategically placed leather details add a touch of modern style.




Knitbrally is a luxury knitwear brand from Spain. Knitted in Peru, a region gaining attention for its production, the garments are made from precious baby alpaca fibers—the first fibers harvested after the alpaca's birth—blended with silk to enhance the feel and add luster. The deep, rich melange colors are beautiful.


This limited edition comes with a guarantee card and gift box, making it perfect for gifting.

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Pisea is a knitwear brand driven by a desire to "uncover new possibilities for cashmere." The company's representative frequently visits Inner Mongolia, China, where cashmere goats live, to ensure that the brand can use cashmere of a quality that meets their own standards.


This year's highlight is a mid-gauge cable sweater made with the finest cashmere. Its soft texture is so inviting you'll want to rub your cheek against it, it's enough to make you sigh with delight. It comes in four colors: camel (pictured), dark gray, blue, and white.

■Featured article here: [Feature] One piece is all you need for a complete outfit! Top 9 recommended high-gauge knit brands
View the list of sweaters on the Isetan online store.

*All prices are exclusive of tax.
*The consumption tax rate will change from October 1st, 2019 (Tuesday).

Text: ISETAN MEN'S net
Photo: SUZUKI SHIMPEI

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