Red with ivory embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each sweater purchased supports Mom's Demand Action, a grassroots movement of Americans fighting for public safety measures that can protect people from gun violence.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

Rachelle Hruska Cashmere Embroidered Sweaters

Lingua Franca

"fight Like A Mother"

Color

Size

Women

Cream with bubble gum pink embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 of each sweater purchase will be donated to First Book to support their work providing equal access to quality education for kids in need.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"your Voice Matters"

100% sustainably sourced cashmere with poppy thread. Each patch is unique and is created by hand to order. Hand stitched in NYC. Hand sewn with beaded patchwork heart. Each patchwork heart is a little work of art created by hand by Jacob - check out Jacob's amazingness @faberjcool AND @sirenstarlite.
10% from every "love rules" sweater purchased helps to support The Center - NYC's LGBT community center. Learn more about The Center here .
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.

"love Rules" Crewneck

Charcoal with sand embroidery. Black with light blue. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

10% of the proceeds from each sweater purchased supports the National Domestic Workers Alliance.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!
Because all items are hand-embroidered to order, we are unable to accept returns. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please emails us atÊ

"you're Too Close"

Maroon with light blue embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.

Modeled by Margarita Maldonado — learn more about Margarita here .
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"empowered Women Empower Women"

Black with peach embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 from each sweater purchased supports Stand Up to Cancer.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"i Am An Expert In Every Matter"

Dark Cobalt with peach embroidery, Cream with navy embroidery, Maroon with lagoon embroidery, or Red with navy embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

"There will be enough women on the Supreme Court when there are nine" – RBG
$100 of each sweater sold will be donated to ACLU Women's Rights Project.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Build a custom sweater here!
Because each Lingua Franca sweater customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.

"when There Are Nine"

Charcoal with red embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 from each sweater purchased supports Equality Now, an organization working to create a just world where women and girls have the same rights as men and boys.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"nolite Te Bastardes Carborundorum"

Cream with salmon embroidery, Peacock with hot pink embroidery, or Oatmeal with maroon embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 of all “dream on dreamers” sweaters purchased will be donated to UndocuNeighbor Defense Fund. While the fate of the DACA program and the thousands of Dreamers it protects hangs in the balance in our courts, the UndocuNeighbor Defense Fund provides legal representation and financial assistance to DACA recipients.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"dream On Dreamers"

100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!
Because each Lingua Franca sweater is customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.

"i Heart New York" Short Sleeve Sweater

100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
Care

Hand wash cold with mild detergent and lay flat to dry or dry clean. Do not bleach.
Shipping

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Returns

Returns and/or exchanges are accepted within 14 days of receipt of items. Returned items must be unworn/unused with tags and in their original packaging. Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment or as store credit.

"science Not Fiction"

Peony with cobalt embroidery or Poppy with light blue embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

10% of each sweater purchase will be donated to First Book to support their work providing equal access to quality education for kids in need during this COVID-19 period.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!
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Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"speak The Truth"

Moss with lavender embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
Care

Hand wash cold with mild detergent and lay flat to dry or dry clean. Do not bleach.
Shipping

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Returns

Returns and/or exchanges are accepted within 14 days of receipt of items. Returned items must be unworn/unused with tags and in their original packaging. Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment or as store credit.

"this Is Not A Drill"

Lingua Franca 100% Cashmere. Sustainably sourced and hand-stitched in NYC.
20% of each sweater sold will be donated to ACLU Women's Rights Project.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.

"i Dissent" Crewneck

Lingua Franca 100% Cashmere. Sustainably sourced and hand-stitched in NYC.
Smoke with maroon embroidery, Dark Cobalt with tangerine, or Seafoam with navy embroidery.
20% of proceeds from each sweater will be donated to Whole Woman's Health Alliance , a non-profit dedicated to providing abortions and reproductive services for women in states with the least access to this critical care.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.

"i Won't Be Silent" Crewneck

100% sustainably sourced, ethically produced cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
Pictured here on Cream with Black embroidery.

This Lingua Franca pieces is hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days). Beaded sweaters will require an additional week.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
Care

Hand wash cold with mild detergent and lay flat to dry or dry clean. Do not bleach.
Shipping

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Returns

Returns and/or exchanges are accepted within 14 days of receipt of items. Returned items must be unworn/unused with tags and in their original packaging. Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment or as store credit.

"mama Knows Best"

Dark cobalt with peach embroidery, Smoke with electric blue embroidery, or Black with red embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-3 days).
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
Because each Lingua Franca sweater is customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.

"everyday I'm Hustlin'"

100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 1-2 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-3 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Build a custom sweater here!
Because all items are hand-embroidered to order, we are unable to accept returns. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please emails us at 

"this Ain't No Disco"

Red with sand embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 from each sweater purchased supports Stand Up to Cancer.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"i Never Argue, I Explain"

100% sustainably sourced cashmere with rainbow embroidery. Hand-stitched in NYC. 10% of sales from each sweater purchased will be donated to the Ali Forney Center, an organization that works to protect LGBTQ youths from the harms of homelessness and empower them with the tools they need to live independently.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.

"love Is Love" Crewneck

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 from each sweater purchasedÊsupports When We All Vote,Ê a non-profit, nonpartisan organization, co-chaired by Michelle Obama, that is on a mission to increase participation inÊ every Êelection and close the race and age voting gap by changing the culture around voting, harnessing grassroots energy, and through strategic partnerships to reach every American.Ê
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed.Ê Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).

Interested in customizing your sweater?Ê Email us!
Because the Lingua FrancaÊ"we the people" sweater customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.

"we The People"

Navy with pink embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each sweater purchased supports A Call to Men , is a violence prevention organization and respected leader on issues of manhood, male socialization and its intersection with violence, and preventing violence against all women and girls.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 

"let Boys Cry"

100% sustainably sourced cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.

Donation

10% of each sweater purchased will be donated to support The Center - NYC's LGBT community center. Learn more about The Center here.

"equality" Crewneck

100% sustainably sourced, ethically produced cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
Pictured on Oatmeal with Hot Pink embroidery.
This Lingua Franca pieces is hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days). Beaded sweaters will require an additional week.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
Care

Hand wash cold with mild detergent and lay flat to dry or dry clean. Do not bleach.
Shipping

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Returns

Returns and/or exchanges are accepted within 14 days of receipt of items. Returned items must be unworn/unused with tags and in their original packaging. Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment or as store credit.

"filthy Mouthed Wife"

100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.
Choose between Seafoam Cashmere with Lime Green embroidery or Smoke Cashmere with Cobalt embroidery.
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here !
Care

Hand wash cold with mild detergent and lay flat to dry or dry clean. Do not bleach.
Shipping

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Returns

Returns and/or exchanges are accepted within 14 days of receipt of items. Returned items must be unworn/unused with tags and in their original packaging. Refunds will be issued in the original form of payment or as store credit.

"unpave Paradise"

Peacock with bubble gum pink embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

$100 of each sweater purchase will be donated to First Book to support their work providing equal access to quality education for kids in need.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-3 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!
Peacock sweaters are currently on pre-order and will be back in stock the second week of July.
Because all items are hand-embroidered to order, we are unable to accept returns. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please emails us at 

"shake Things Up"

Peony or Navy crewneck sweater. 100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.

All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow around 3-4 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!

Because each Lingua Franca sweater is customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.

"let The Sunshine In"

Smoke, Cream, or Navy short sleeve sweater. 100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 3-4 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-3 days).
Don't see your size? Want it in another color? Build a custom sweater here!

Because each Lingua Franca sweater is customized to order, making it truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style, but this may also result in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery.

"let The Sunshine In" Short Sleeve Sweater

Customize your Lingua Franca Sweetheart Crewneck with your sweetheart's initials in a heart and arrow outline!
100% Cashmere. Hand stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).

Sweetheart Crewneck

Smoke with teal embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

Modeled by Kara Sullivan — learn more about Kara here .

$100 from each sweater purchased supports The Michael J. Fox Foundation, an organization dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson's disease as well as developing improved therapies for those living with Parkinson's today.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow 2-to-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!

Because each Lingua Franca piece is truly one of a kind, all sales are final and we are unable to accept returns/exchanges. We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing. All items are hand-made to order by our NYC-based embroiderers, resulting in unique variations in the look, size, and placement of the embroidery. Lingua Franca embroiderers use their best discretion when stitching to ensure each product meets our high standards and unique, well-known style. In the event that you receive a damaged item, please let us know within 15 days of receiving your order and we'll be happy to exchange it. For questions, please email us at 