Plaiting is a knitting technique where two different yarns — often in contrasting colors or textures — are fed together through the knitting machine so that one yarn predominantly appears on the front and the other on the back. This creates a subtle two-tone or heathered effect and can add depth, sheen, or even a slight color shift depending on the lighting and angle. This sweater from Windsor & White features exaggerated cuffs and wide hem for a fun play on your "basic" black sweater.