In Ysé’s drawers, certain pieces hold a special place. Whether for their story, the love we have for them, or simply because they’ve always felt like the perfect fit.
Dans la nuit calme is the Ysé knit we can’t part with. A flawless cut, crafted in an incredibly soft yarn that has been warming our winters year after year.
Knitwear: A Natural Fit
Knitwear has naturally found its place at Ysé. It embodies our desire to create pieces in which we feel free: free to be sexy one day and cosy the next. Free to reveal a hint of lace beneath a cardigan or wrap ourselves in the warmth of a turtleneck. Our jumpers slipped so effortlessly into Ysé’s wardrobe that it feels as though they’ve always been there. They’re the finishing touch to our Ready-to-wear Collection. Versatile and practical, they layer perfectly over soft jerseys or flowing pyjamas, adding a cosy touch to wintery ensembles. These are treasured pieces, allowing our design team to showcase a craftsmanship we hold dear.
"Honestly, I LOVE these knits!!! I bought the navy blue Dans la Nuit Calme sweater last year and I still love it just as much! Its relaxed yet well-tailored fit, it keeps me warm in winter, it comes from a B Corp certified brand, it pills very little, and it was only natural that this year I couldn't resist the brown cardigan. Honestly, Ysé, congratulations on your knits, I'm a FAN!!!!!!!"
Daphné
The Common Thread
To bring this vision of comfort and warmth to life, our product team steps into the spotlight. Their greatest challenge? Finding a yarn that does justice to the design sketches while fitting within our price constraints, all without ever compromising on our commitments. This dream yarn was discovered by our talented team at our long-standing Italian supplier, a partner we've worked with since the creation of our very first knits. An expert in their field, they provide us with access to exquisite yarns of exceptional quality, backed by numerous certifications.
The yarn used in Dans la nuit calme is an Italian blend, consisting of 50% certified mohair, 32% wool, 16% polyamide, and 2% elastane. Mohair is a wool sourced from Angora goats that live in unstable climates, giving the yarn a natural property that allows it to adapt to frequent temperature changes. Kid mohair comes from young goats, meaning even finer and softer fibres than standard mohair. It’s neither too warm nor too cold, but always incredibly soft. And since we believe fine wool begins with proper animal treatment, all our suppliers have signed an ethical animal welfare agreement, alongside their certification (which is essential to us) to confirm their commitment to the well-being of the animals.
Some may wonder why we’ve combined this natural fibre with synthetic ones. Polyamide serves as the core structure of our yarn, allowing the mohair and wool to wind around it. The elastane is essential for the fabric to maintain its shape; without it, it would lose its form over time.
The very first Dans la nuit calme sweaters were made from a different yarn than the one we use today. Following a price increase, we switched to a new yarn in the winter of 2023, which also allowed us to choose a certified yarn. Because we are committed to offering softness without compromising on quality, price, or our promises, this change was necessary.
"I absolutely love this cardigan, I wear it all the time. The cut is elegant, I can wear it at the office or at home. It's very soft on my skin, no need to layer up to avoid itching. The composition suits me (not too much synthetic material), and the fact it’s made in Europe is key for me. I’ll be buying it in another variation/colour!"
Mélanie
In the Footsteps of the Icon
Immediately, Dans la nuit calme became a favourite, one we slide into our knitwear drawer every year, unable to resist. As the seasons pass, 15 shades have been created, from the most classic to the boldest, from the most vibrant to the most subtle. Colours carefully selected by our studio, so that everyone can find their favourite sweater, the one they'd want to slip into every morning.
This is a knit with an effortlessly timeless and modern appeal, one that doesn’t rely on intricate designs. Its ultra-soft touch and airy silhouette are crafted in a very simple knit stitch: the jersey stitch, which allows the yarn to fully express its plush and fuzzy texture. While its stitch is simple, the numerous finishing details demand flawless expertise.
To bring this sweater to life, our design team thought of every detail: its close-fitting collar, the generous volume with a relaxed fit and dropped armholes, the ribbed cuffs and hem, and the short silhouette. Once the first sweaters were created, the desire to translate all these details into a cardigan was immediate. The design team aimed for something modern and versatile, with the same details, an iconic volume, and large buttons for a bold statement. For the mid-season, we recently designed it as a sleeveless cardigan. A cut that imposes itself with its essential quality, revealing the most stunning lace bodysuits, keeping us warm during cooler evenings, or layering beautifully over base layers when winter hits.
Transitioning from lace to knit was a bold step, but the desire to do better and be even more responsible was even greater. For Dans la nuit calme as for all our knits, we strive to choose certified wools (RMS, RAS, or RWS), to ensure the welfare of the animals, the land they were raised on, and the workers involved. This task is more challenging than it might appear, as certified wools are more difficult to source than recycled lace or organic cotton jersey, and there are two main reasons for this.
First of all, the minimum order quantities are higher, which can pose a challenge when launching a new sweater, especially with our desire for responsible purchasing. The second reason: for Dans la nuit calme, we chose a yarn made of kid mohair and wool (50% kid mohair, 32% wool, 16% polyamide, 2% elastane - from Italy). This is known as a blended yarn, meaning it comes from different herds (angora goats for the mohair and sheep for the wool). This blend makes certification more difficult to achieve, as the breeders of these herds must all meet the rigorous standards of the certification labels.
At Ysé, we strive to be as transparent as possible, which is why we've traced every component of our Dans la nuit calme knitwear RIGHT HERE.
"Perfect cardigan that I wear all the time, ideal with a body or close-fitting top. Super material and super cut... I'd love to have all the colours."
Elsa
Making the warmth last
To continue telling the story of our knitwear, everything lies in the care we give it. To cherish your knit (almost) for a lifetime, we have plenty of tips to share. It's important not to wash your sweater or cardigan too often, but rather to air it well after wearing. We recommend hand washing in lukewarm water, without fabric softener and with a suitable detergent. The knit should not soak for too long, nor should it be wrung out; instead, gently press it in a clean towel and then dry flat, ideally on a second towel to absorb the moisture. For storage: we recommend folding your knitwear rather than hanging it, as this can distort the shape. As for ironing: it’s of course possible, but only using the softest setting of your iron.
If you'd like to learn more about caring for your favourite knit, check out our Knitwear Care Guide.
And if you've had your favourite knit for several winters and it's started to pill, we recommend using a specialised razor, a comb, or even your hands if there are only a few pills. It's important to remember that this phenomenon is both normal and natural: pilling is inherent to wool, and the more friction it experiences, the more likely the knit will pill.
If you'd like to learn more about pilling, explore our Pilling Guide.
"I really appreciate that this knit is so warm! It was truly a pleasant surprise, and it would make me buy again. For this price, I wasn’t expecting such beautiful quality. Thank you Ysé!"
Florence
And now?
The story of our knits has only just begun. We dream of them even more passionately, season after season, but you are the ones bringing them to life.
Now, the story is yours to write.
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What if you wrote the next chapter of the story?
Your reviews on Dans la nuit calme
"I love the softness of the knit, the cut, and the current on-trend colour. Instant crush on this collection!"
Iris
"Beautiful colour, beautiful material. I'm so happy to have this piece in my wardrobe, especially because I know that Ysé cares about great values, such as the well-being of the animals that provide these beautiful fibres."
Gabriella
"I love this knit, I think it’s very beautiful and well-done! And the price-quality ratio is excellent."
Juliette
"I adore this brand. The chocolate striped sweater is stunning: the fit, the material, everything is perfect."
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