Semka Dashnyam, Mongolian cashmere designer

 

SEMON is a prestigious Cashmere brand based in London founded by Semka Dashnyam in 2005.

Semka was born and grew up in Mongolia before coming to London to follow her dreams. In her childhood she was educated in the art of cashmere combing by the local herdsmen.

In 2008 Semka opened her own factory in Mongolia employing the most experienced local knitters and experts.

Semka's passion for Cashmere has been the inspiration for her knitwear collections as well as seeing through the production process in Mongolia to ensure each individual piece of cashmere is of the highest quality and standard.

Semka's designs emphasises the female figure through sharp tailoring, elegance and subtle twists. Her knitwear is made with 100% pure Mongolian Cashmere which gives a unique, chic, glamorous look and feel.

This exclusive brand aims to satisfy the modern sophisticated woman of any age who desires unique and natural luxury.

The essence of the brands success is due to innovative, wearable styling and high quality.

Our products are made with the highest quality of pure Mongolian cashmere (Virgin Fibre) and have not been blended with wool, silk, nylon or any other fibre.

This results in beautifully soft, light, luxurious and incredibly strong cashmere knitwear for you to cherish and adore.

Semka loves the Nomadic life style and supports the local Nomads in North Eastern Mongolia where she grew up riding horses.

Enjoying the Horse racing during local Naadam Festival. 

Semka goes to Mongolia every summer to recharge and get inspired by the culture that manifests in tune with nature. 

 

Mongolian Cashmere 

 

 

In Mongolia, cashmere is traditionally hand combed from each individual goat in the spring. As the weather warms, the undercoat naturally begins to shed.

Hand combing is the process which allows for the separation of the finest combings from the coarser combings and leaves the goat with its guard hairs intact, providing better protection from wind and rain.

Mongolia's diverse weather conditions of hot and cold climates along with elevation and herding traditions are ideal for the production of the longest and finest cashmere.

Each Mongolian goat produces 250 to 300 grams of cashmere per year. After processing the combings yield only 50% of the original weight in cashmere.

Thus, it takes combings from between three to four goats to produce just one cashmere piece of clothing!

 

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If you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us on:

Email: info@semoncashmere.com
Tel: +44 (0)7799 535257

Address:

SEMON Cashmere
83 Kenley Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 3RR, United Kingdom
(parking space is available)

 

We arrange cashmere house sales/parties for small groups and friends upon request.

Please enquire using the details above.​

 

Blog about Semka by one of her favourite customers Fay Hart.