Frequently Asked Questions
Fibers & Materials
What fibers do you use?
Lars Andersson knitwear is made from three primary fibers: 120's superfine merino wool, cashmere, and organic cotton. Some seasonal pieces incorporate linen or cotton voile for warmer-season wearing. All fibers are selected for fineness, softness, and durability.
What does 120's superfine merino mean?
120's refers to the fineness grade of the merino fiber — a higher number indicates a finer, softer thread. At 120's, the merino is superfine: it wears close to the body without itch, is significantly lighter than standard wool, and regulates temperature naturally. Most of our core knitwear is made from this grade.
Are the hand-dyed pieces consistent in color?
Hand-dyeing is by nature variable. Each piece is dyed individually, so subtle differences in tone, gradation, and depth are part of the process rather than a defect. No two hand-dyed pieces are identical.
Ordering & Production
How does made-to-order work?
Every piece in the collection is made to order. When you place an order, production begins in our Kathmandu studio. The garment is knitted, hand-dyed where applicable, finished, and quality-checked before shipping. This process takes approximately 4–5 days, after which your order is dispatched.
Can I request a custom color or size?
Yes. If you would like a specific color not shown, or have a sizing question, contact us before placing your order. Because every piece is made to order, adjustments are possible when arranged in advance. Email us at info@larsandersson.net
Do you ship internationally?
Shipping on orders over $300 free. Orders under $300 ship for a flat fee of $50. Duty is paid by Lars — local VAT/taxes to be covered by client.
Care
How do I care for merino and cashmere knitwear?
Dry clean is recommended for all merino and cashmere pieces to maintain color fastness and fiber integrity. Some organic cotton pieces are machine washable — check the individual product page. For at-home care between dry cleans, hand washing in cool water with a wool-safe detergent and laying flat to dry is acceptable.
The Studio
Where is the knitwear made?
All knitwear is made in our own studio in Kathmandu, Nepal — opened in 2020 with our Nepali partner. We have worked with the same team of artisans since moving production to Kathmandu in 2013.
Who is Lars Andersson?
Lars Andersson is a Swedish knitwear designer who spent 20 years based in New York City before founding the brand. The label is built around Swedish-minimalist design principles and the craft traditions of hand-loomed knitwear.
Is the brand spelled Lars Andersson or Lars Anderssen?
The correct spelling is Lars Andersson — named after Swedish knitwear designer Lars Andersson. You may occasionally see it misspelled as Lars Anderssen, Lars Anderson, or Lars Andersson elsewhere online. The official site is larsandersson.net.
Stockists
Where can I see the knitwear in person?
Lars Andersson is stocked at Maxfield in Los Angeles, IF Boutique in Soho, New York City, IF Boutique in Beirut, Lebanon, Blake in Chicago, and Marissa Collections in Florida.