In the wake of the athleisure boom, synthetic fabrics abound, the old-fashioned charm of #knitwear feels refreshing — and worth the price. However, as knitwear traditionally lends itself better to fall and winter, the increasingly hot temperatures are putting designers under more pressure. “It’s a real challenge,” says pillings_ founder Ryota Murakami. “As the summers get hotter every year, I feel that the very idea of ‘winter clothing’ is gradually changing.” ashleyogawaclarke unpacks how a new wave of knitwear brands is rising to meet consumer demand, at the link in bio.