How do you recognise a Bompard cashmere?
The quality of the fibre
How to tell if cashmere is good quality? A genuine Bompard cashmere is distinguished above all by the quality of its fibre. When the goats, raised in semi-wild conditions in Inner Mongolia, shed their hair, our local craftsmen manually sort each strand of their fleece and down to select only the perfect fibres.
The collection of fibres
The fibres collected in this way are:
- The longest (from 36 to 40 mm);
- The finest (about 15.5-16 microns);
- The whitest.
The preparation of fibres: fulling
The cashmere fibres which have been harvested and sorted in this way are cleaned, degreased and softened. They undergo several cycles of stirring with natural soap in large tubs.
The dyeing of fibres
The resulting fibres are ready to be dyed. Maison Bompard is committed to maintaining the integrity of the material by preferring to dye it in the mass before spinning. The stability and depth of the colours are then optimal.
Since the creation of the brand, the Eric Bompard workshops have developed more than 2000 exclusive or very rare colours (such as mottled pinks or blues), thanks to cutting-edge techniques developed by our teams.
From fibre to ply: spinning
Dyed, the fibres are ready to be spun: a dozen machines take turns spinning, achieved using the thousand-year-old cattail technique. The fibre becomes a ply of exceptional strength and softness.
From ply to knit: the twist
To reinforce the strength of the fabric, the plies are twisted two by two. It is at this stage that the number of plies in a cashmere garment is determined: 2, 4, 8, 10, 14... For each knitwear its ideal knit and use.
The quality of the knit
In addition to the quality of its fibres, you can recognise a Bompard cashmere by the care given to the shape of the knit as well as its uniformity and finesse.
THE CREATIVITY OF KNITTING STITCHES
Ribbed, beaded, cable stitch, Intarsia, Milano, brushed cashmere, pointelles... For nearly 40 years, French cashmere brand Maison Eric Bompard has been relentlessly perfecting its expertise in knitting cashmere wool.
Thanks to the unique knitwear stitches, our collections are both timeless and varied. Our garments are exceptionally sensual to offer you unique sensations.
This creativity, which enhances an exceptional material, is nurtured by the director of our design office, Carolyn Randolfi. Having worked at Chanel, Prada, Kenzo and Ralph Lauren, this brilliant Franco-British designer is one of the world's leading experts in knitwear.
EXCEPTIONAL KNITTING EXPERTISE
When knitting, the knit is twisted so that the ply is exactly the same diameter as the eye of the needle: this is known as the twining technique. When the knit is very tight, the garments are soft, durable, warm, surprisingly supple and long-lasting.
To reduce waste, our workshops have developed machines that can knit to the exact shape required. No superfluous materials are used.
ULTRA-RARE SAVOIR-FAIRE: EXTRAFINE
To make its iconic Extrafine cashmere, French cashmere brand Maison Bompard employs a cutting-edge technique that is very rarely mastered on the market, which makes it possible to create a fabric capable of combining softness and freshness, density, and finesse, elegance, and lightness
The quality of the weave
All Eric Bompard stoles are warp-woven and woven with an extrafine ply. Chevron, double face weaving, double face jacquard… Different types of weaving are used depending on the desired effect.
Our stoles are another expression of one of the best luxury cashmere brand’s excellence. Each cashmere voile is made on a loom with a ply of extreme fineness and length.
The exquisite fabric obtained allows us to make stoles of exceptional lightness and softness, which protect against the cold of winter as well as the strong heat of summer.
The quality of the details and finishing
Because we want our garments to last you a long time, we pay attention to every detail of our creations and aim to achieve perfection in each of them.
INVISIBLE HANDMADE FINISHES
Nothing in the manufacturing process is left to chance. Finishing is executed entirely by hand, using artisanal techniques. Re-embossing for an impeccable finish, invisible seams on the cuffs, belts and collars... Every detail is taken care of and checked during quality control for each piece.
COLLABORATIONS WITH THE BEST FRENCH CRAFTSMEN
Lace, guipures, leather belts, buttons... Maison Bompard collaborates with the best French cashmere craftsmen. Our wish: that each detail tells a unique story, while following the Made in France tradition.
The Absolu Bompard collection
Absolu Bompard, is a unique collection of 25 models that express all the savoir-faire of the Maison. in a simple and wonderful way.
Created in 2020, the Absolu Bompard limited edition collection is made up of models in natural shades, made from an exceptionally fine cashmere fibre that has not been treated.
Each piece is knitted with a preserved, raw, untreated fibre, guaranteed without chemicals or dyes. A model that inspires the fusion between the skin and the cashmere garment.
For this collection, the goats' fleece is processed in its most natural state to offer you three absolutely authentic colours:
- Ecru;
- Beige;
- Grey.
Sensuality and comfort are two fundamentals of this collection: all the accessories that accompany the Absolu Bompard pullovers are worked with the same dexterity to offer exceptional comfort and a unique sensation of envelopment.
This new collection also represents the embodiment of elegance as envisaged by French cashmere brand Bompard. Cable stitches and a traditional Aran pattern are combined with impeccable cuts that will last a lifetime.
To learn all about this noble and rare material, have a look at our guide entirely devoted to cashmere.
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