Maroon with lavender embroidery or Cream with mauve embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow around 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 at 

Rachelle Hruska Cashmere Embroidered Sweaters

Lingua Franca

"liberté, Égalité, Fraternité" Vneck

Color

Size

Women

Moss with light blue embroidery. 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).
Interested in customizing your sweater? Email us!
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.

"dr. Fauci Fan Club"

Lingua Franca 100% Cashmere. Sustainably sourced and hand-stitched in NYC.
Maroon cashmere with poppy 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.

"women Rising" Crewneck

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
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? Build a custom sweater here!
Because this 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.

"it's Cool To Be Kind"

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC. Maroon with teal embroidery pictured.
"It is what it is." - Michelle Obama, 2020.

Interested in customizing your sweater? Build a custom sweater 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).

Because the Lingua Franca "it is what it is" 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.

"it Is What It Is"

Red with navy 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"

Black or Navy cardigan. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed.Ê Please allow 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"

Create a custom Lingua Franca cashmere sweater. Choose between one of our signature phrases or one near-and-dear to you! Made from 100% sustainably sourced cashmere, hand-stitched in NYC.
Need some one-on-one help? Visit our Customizer FAQ or Email us! Need some inspiration? Head Here!
All custom orders are subject to approval. If needed, a member of our team will reach out with any questions or concerns.
This Lingua Franca piece is hand embroidered to order. Please allow about 2-3 weeks for embroidery, plus shipping time (1-5 days). Confetti and Shadow beading will add an additional week to order processing time.

Custom Short Sleeve Sweater

Red or Dark Cobalt with ivory embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
"Don't agonize, organize." – Florynce Rae Kennedy (February 11, 1916 – December 21, 2000) – American Lawyer/Feminist/Civil Rights Advocate/Lecturer/Activist.
Modeled by Tanya Selvaratnam – Writer/Actor/Producer/Activist.
20% of each sweater sold will be donated to Vote.org, the largest 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan voting registration and get out the vote (GOTV) technology platform in America. Vote.org uses technology to simplify political engagement, increase voter turnout, and strengthen American democracy.
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? Build a custom sweater here!

Because the Lingua Franca "don't agonize, organize" 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.

"don't Agonize, Organize"

100% sustainably sourced cashmere. 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" Cardigan

Lingua Franca 100% sustainably sourced, ethically produced cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
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.

"respect Your Mother" Short Sleeve Sweater

Lingua Franca 100% sustainably sourced cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
10% of each item purchased will be donated to support The Center - NYC's LGBT community center.
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.

"proud Human" Crewneck

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
Deedee is pictured wearing a size medium cream sweater, but typically wears a small in Lingua Franca. Our short sleeve crewneck is a slim fit. If you would like the same relaxed fit as our classic sweater, we suggest sizing up.
20% of each sweater sold will be donated to Vote.org, the largest 501(c)(3) non-profit, non-partisan voting registration and get out the vote (GOTV) technology platform in America. Vote.org uses technology to simplify political engagement, increase voter turnout, and strengthen American democracy.
Questions? 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 at 

Usps Forever Short Sleeve

Meet your new favorite sweater. Our new cardigans are extra thick and cozy, a cold weather treat unlike any of our other styles.
100% Cashmere. Oversized, relaxed fit. 5-button V-neck closure. Patch pockets.
p.s. These cozy cardigans are intentionally oversized and meant to look big when worn. Thus, they are a larger fit than our regular sweaters. If you're looking for a more tailored fit, we suggest sizing down.
Brooke is pictured wearing a size medium oatmeal cardigan and typically wears a size medium in our classic crewneck. Kevin is pictured wearing a size large smoke cardigan and typically wears a medium in our men's crewneck.
Interested in adding embroidery? Head here!
Care

Hand wash cold with mild detergent or dry clean. Lay flat to dry. Do not bleach.
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.

Oversized Pocket Cardigan

Grey with true red embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$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" (mens)

Grey with hot pink embroidery. Block lettering on our signature Lingua Franca cut, sized for men. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.
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.

"always Down" (mens)

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC. Thread colors may differ based on sweater color in order to best compliment the sweater.
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.

Symbol Crewneck (mens)

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
Interested in customizing your eye mask? Build a custom eyemask here!

School Spirit Eye Mask

Eye Care

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.

In reference to the Justice's love for opera and superhuman abilities.
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 eye mask? Check out our custom portal!
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 

"super Diva!" Eye Mask

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each sweater sold will be donated to The Committee to Protect Journalists, an independent, nonprofit organization that promotes press freedom worldwide.

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? Email us!

Because the Lingua Franca "news not noise" 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.

"news Not Noise"

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
All Lingua Franca pieces are hand embroidered once your order is placed. Please allow about 2-to-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 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 

Peace + Love Crewneck

100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC. Thread colors may differ based on sweater color in order to best compliment the sweater.
For Men's sizing, please order 2 sizes up. For example, Men's S is equivalent to Women's L.
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!
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.

Symbol Short Sleeve

Extra soft, washed cotton. Multicolor hand-embroidered edging detail throughout with “yes.” embroidery at tie edge.
100% Cotton. Removable neck tie is attached with self loops and multicolor corozo nut buttons at back neck. (Corozo n uts are gathered only when they ripen and fall from the trees, so there is no need to cut or harvest the plant). Relaxed A-line fit, please see size guide for details.

Yes Tie Neck Top

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

$100 from each sweater purchased supports Your Mom Cares, an organization that helps all children by raising awareness and funding for organizations focused on children’s mental wellness.
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 

"think Happy"

Depending on if you are a “glass half full” person or a “glass half empty” type of person, I wanted to remind people to be grateful for what you do have in life. Regardless of any shortcomings in life, there’s always something to be grateful for. (Kyle Abraham, Artistic Director of A.I.M)
Smoke with sand embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each one purchased supports A.I.M by Kyle Abraham, a New York City-based dance company that creates a body of work that examines Black culture and history.
Modeled by A.I.M dancer, Tamisha Guy @tamishaguy. Photographed by Whitney Browne @whitneybrownephotography.
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.

"be Grateful"

Red with black embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each sweater purchased supports Pen America.

Freedom to Write is PEN America's tagline and emblemizes the work we do on behalf of all those around the world who are persecuted, punished, imprisoned, tortured and even killed for the crime of expressing their opinions and telling their stories. We urge everyone to join us in the fight to defend the freedom to write by using our own liberty to help spread the word and stand with those who suffer for what we do freely.
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 

"right To Write"

I’ve always loved this term, and I use it a lot when I’m teaching movement to dancers. I also see the term relating to the individuality we all possess. (Kyle Abraham, Artistic Director of A.I.M)
Cream with dark salmon embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each one purchased supports A.I.M by Kyle Abraham, a New York City-based dance company that creates a body of work that examines Black culture and history.
Modeled by Kyle Abraham, Artistic Director of A.I.M @aimbykyleabraham @kyle_abraham_original_recipe. Photographed by CJ Ferroni / Editing by Laura Snow.
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.

"original Recipe"

100% Cashmere V-Neck sweater. Hand-stitched in NYC.
For each sweater purchased, $100 will be donated to Vital Voices to help them support women leaders who are solving the world’s greatest challenges.

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).

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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 

"first But Not Last" V-neck

Navy with tangerine embroidery. 100% Cashmere. Hand-stitched in NYC.
$100 from each sweater purchased will be donated to Generation Citizen.

Democracy Doesn't Pause - In the face of a challenging 2020, and throughout America's history, the institutions that represent the people did not pause. GC works to ensure that our students and educators are equipped with the tools necessary to engage with our democracy so that it does not pause!
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.

"democracy Doesn't Pause"

Peony with bright pink tie dye. 100% Cashmere. Hand-dyed and stitched in NYC.
Want to customize a non tie-dyed sweater? Head to our custom portal!
Care

Dry clean only to avoid color fade.
Shipping

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

Custom items are not eligible for return/exchange.
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 
We are more than happy to cancel an order within 24 hours of placing it.