We Put Gigi Hadid’s New Cashmere Collection to the Test

Tatjana wears the Everywear Pant ($415) and Every Week cardigan ($295), both in size small.

“The definition of luxury is lounging around in a white cashmere sweatsuit. Zero itch, zero fluff following me around, but plenty of coziness. If Guest In Residence wants to sponsor my entire winter wardrobe, that is fine with me. One word of warning: on me, a 5’4” gal, the pants dragged on the ground, which is not ideal in New York City. But if you’re buying the pants, I imagine you can afford the dry cleaning bill.”—Tatjana Freund, beauty e-commerce writer

Carine wears the Oversized Hoodie ($345) in size small and Everywear Short ($225) in size medium.

“As someone who’s either too hot or too cold, this cozy ‘fit set the bar in the best way for the latter. Its simplicity and softness made it perfect for NYC’s winter weather. Plus, the cream color is my ideal vibe for a restful day at home.”—Carine Lavache, senior social media editor

Kevin wears the Everywear Cardigan ($365) in size medium.

“I’m a bit of a striped sweater collector, so when I saw this one arrive on my desk, I was nothing short of elated. I’m excited by the idea of (relatively) affordable cashmere with interesting colors and an array of styles. This cardigan was super-soft to the touch, warm without being overwhelming, and surprisingly went with almost every pair of pants in my closet. I would love to see the brand report on sustainability efforts in the future, considering cashmere is a finite resource whose over-demand in the market has caused strain in in the East, specifically in China. With someone like Gigi at the helm, it would be amazing to see her use her platform to provide transparency from sourcing to purchase.”—Kevin LeBlanc, fashion associate

Leah wears the Stealth Cardigan ($245) in size small.

“I styled the Stealth Cardigan in Powder Blue without a top underneath, which is not something I would normally do except for a night out. The cardigan falls nicely, and the clasp in the middle helps to create an elongated look with minimal effort. The material is soft, but I do think some of the styles in the collection are a bit too plain for the price point. Nevertheless, love you, Gigi!”—Leah Romero, senior digital designer

Dale wears the Stealth Cardigan ($245) in size small.

“With so many celebrity brands out there, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect with Gigi’s cashmere label—plus, I’m a bit of a knitwear snob—so I was incredibly eager to try it out. I often find it hard to find quality cashmere that feels current while also maintaining a reasonable price point, and GIR definitely filled that void. One of the first things that stood out was the candy-colored hues, like this creamy lemon custard-yellow cardigan. Combine that with the Y2K-inspired design, which felt very Gigi to me, and I had a lightweight sweater perfect for transitioning into warmer weather. And, this is an incredibly specific scenario, I could picture myself even sporting this as an added layer during a cooler day at the beach—I mean, how cute would it be with a pair of bikini bottoms?!”—Dale Chong, senior fashion commerce editor

Alyssa wears the Oversized Crew ($295) and Rib Brief ($175), both in size small.

“Wearing Guest In Residence is kind of like wearing the coziest blanket possible that can also pass for clothing. The oversized crew was more than comfy; it felt like one of the softest sweaters I’ve ever worn. I tested it out while working on ELLE’s Grammys coverage from home, and it really fit that WFH mood. The pink color is also stunning in person. The briefs, which I wore over underwear, are luxe too, not to mention very cute for an at-home lounge set. I’m not sure if I would wear them out or in lieu of undies though, just because of the quality of the fabric. These products definitely look and feel pretty, and they’re the kind of clothes you could easily live in during the colder months especially.”—Alyssa Bailey, senior news & strategy editor

Erica wears the Everyweek Cardigan ($295) and Rib Bike Short ($195), both in size small.

“I love the idea of a cozy set. It’s great for lounging on the weekends or WFH attire, so I was excited to try this little Guest In Residence combo. The cardigan was a little oversized for my usual size, small, but I think it would be great for layering. If I wanted to wear it more as a fitted top, per the current cardigan trend, I would have definitely sized down. It was very comfortable, though, and not particularly thick either, so I imagine it's more of a springtime piece rather than one made for bundling up in the winter. Now, I was really curious about the shorts. (Who wouldn’t want to know what cashmere bikers feel like?) When I put them on, I realized the silhouette runs longer than the biker shorts I usually wear, but I didn’t hate the look. I’m just not sure how I feel about the material. It didn’t bother me at first, but after a while—I wore the shorts for about an hour while working at my desk—my thighs started to get itchy and I reluctantly had to change. Maybe it would’ve helped to have a bit of lining? I don’t know. I would consider these bottoms in a looser style, like the Everywear Pant, but this skin-hugging version was not for me. If they were a tad cozier, I would probably never take them off.”—Erica Gonzales, senior culture editor

Claire wears the Everywear Cardigan ($365) in size small.

“Gigi Hadid is taking cashmere from good to great. I rarely wear pink (or stripes, for that matter) but am contemplating doubling down on both after being swathed in this supremely cozy oversized cardigan.”—Claire Stern, digital deputy editor