The Duchy cardigan is a limited-edition knitwear piece made exclusively in the UK using British wool. Created in partnership with The Campaign for Wool, this unisex style is sourced from farming tenants of the Duchy of Cornwall Estate and the sheep that graze its lands across three farms in Cornwall and Devon.
Creating a timeless silhouette, this cardigan utilises undyed yarns to reflect the natural beauty of British-farmed wool fleeces, sourced from Cheviot, Polled Dorset, and Dorset Down breeds – sheep known for their natural, chunky softness. Designed to have a more rustic feel, this piece is an ideal closet ally for the cooler months.
From farm to finished garment, the Duchy cardigan, produced in a limited run, has travelled just 300 miles.
As the Creative Design team have control over the product specification, they can incorporate sustainability criteria in concept development and design stages. The team are already working on best practice derived from London College of Fashion and Kering knowledge.
Recommendations that we are working on:
Reducing the volume of paper and plastic packaging.
Reducing waste yarn in the knitting process.
Assessing sustainability of alternative packaging materials to plastic.
Using tissue paper tickets and cardboard made from only FSC certified forests.
Considering the incorporating paper or cardboard recyclate in packaging.
To read more about our commitment to sustainability, click HERE.
Delivery
Free delivery on all UK orders over £200.
All orders are shipped via DHL.
Delivery is subject to card security checks, stock availability and fulfilment by our courier service.
Returns
We hope you are completely satisfied with your purchase; however, should you wish to return a garment then please do so within 14 days from receipt of your goods.
Click here for more information, or email customercare@johnsmedley.com.
How to take body measurements
1. Shoulder Width
Measure straight across from the centre of one shoulder to the other.
2. Chest Circumference
Measure across the fullest part of the chest, from one side to the other, then double for circumference.
3. Waist Measurement
For Trousers and Skirts - Measure around your natural waistline at the belly button.
4. Body Length
Measure straight down from the top of the shoulder to the bottom of the body (measurement inc. rib)
5. Sleeve length
Measured from under the armpit to the cuff, on the inside of the arm.
6. Inside Leg
Measure from the top of your inside leg at the crotch to the ground without shoes.
