Classic black cashmere, a gorgeous quality, deadstock produced in Italy for American designer , a 3 generation US company. Mid/light weight, softly brushed flannel with a sumptuous soft hand and drape. Right for a coat, jacket, vest, skirt, dress, scarf, shawl.  The weight is right for garments to wear indoors and out, to line or not. Does not ravel, so seam finishes are optional. See the vest Gwen made using , and hand finished the inside seams.