Keep it long, treasure it long.

Smoothness that makes you want to wear it forever

You'll be amazed at how smooth this knitted item from JOHN SMEDLEY is when you put it on. Finely knitted knits are called fine gauge knits, and the soft, thin yarns are beautifully knitted to create an attractive look. The fine knit has a unique luster and creates a beautiful silhouette.

From JOHN SMEDLEY, we would like to introduce a cardigan from the "COMMON Fit" series, which was born from a unisex concept. The attractive design is calculated to give a relaxed, elegant fit when worn by women. The V-neck is not too deep, and the elegant appearance makes this knitted cardigan recommended for business situations.

Carefully selected materials

At JOHN SMEDLEY, we use Sea Island cotton, which we judge to be the best quality for that season. Sea Island cotton is a type of cotton that was originally grown on islands off the coast of Georgia in the United States. It was then transported from the United States to various parts of the world, including the West Indies, where it is highly regarded for its quality.

Sea Island cotton requires the right climate, soil, and precise agricultural techniques, and it is said to grow only in areas with the right conditions. Its high quality is such that there was a custom of encouraging the use of Sea Island cotton in the British royal family. Elizabeth I used Sea Island cotton for sheets and negligees, and since then it has been known as a status symbol for the British aristocracy and gentlemen.

This cardigan is knitted with Sea Island cotton, the V-neck Long sleeved Cardigan S4479. It is a piece that feels smooth and comfortable against the skin, and the fine fabric is so comfortable that you will forget that it is knit. The parts such as the cuffs, hem, and the seams between the body and cuffs are carefully knitted, so it fits your body perfectly when you put your arms through the sleeves.

Traditions and techniques inherited

JOHN SMEDLEY was founded in Derbyshire, England in 1784 by Peter Nightingale and John Smedley. When the company was first established, it started with spinning cotton and making fabric, and by the end of the 18th century, it had begun to manufacture woolen fabrics and socks. In 1819, John Smedley's son, John II, took over at the young age of 24 and established a policy that all processes from spinning to knitting and sewing should be carried out in-house. This policy became the driving force behind JOHN SMEDLEY's rise from a small spinning factory to a known knitwear manufacturer. In addition, the fourth generation introduced the most advanced spinning and knitting machines at the time and began manufacturing fine gauge knitwear.