N. Peal | The King of Cashmere

Renowned for their sumptuous Mongolian cashmere, N. Peal has captured the hearts (and wallets) of those with a keen eye for both style and snugness. Founded eons ago in 1936 by the dapper Nat Peal, who initially dabbled in the arcane art of men’s haberdashery, they’ve remained rooted in the same quaint boutique at the Burlington Arcade – because why fix what’s clearly not broken? Mr. Peal, with his penchant for all things cashmere, earned himself the endearing title of “The British King of Cashmere,” a moniker he undoubtedly wore with as much pride as one of his impeccably crafted sweaters. It was during the War (yes, the big one) that he cunningly sourced knitwear from the Shetlands, propelling him into the stratosphere of sartorial stardom. Fast forward to today, and N. Peal still reigns supreme in the realm of plushness. Every garment, from their classic cable sweaters to the humble sock, can be traced back to those majestic Mongolian goats – because nothing but the finest fluff will do. This meticulous control over their supply chain ensures that each piece exudes the unparalleled luxury that N. Peal is renowned for. And let’s not forget the illustrious following they’ve amassed over the years. We’re talking A-listers, darling. Sofia Loren herself is said to have sought solace in the warm embrace of an N. Peal sweater after some light jewel pilfering – because who needs diamonds when you can have cashmere? www.npeal.com 37–39 Burlington Arcade, London W1J 0QD, United Kingdom