Alpaca wool socks are comfortable and long lasting making them a worthy investment for your feet! To get the most use out of your new alpaca socks, it is important to properly care for them. Don't worry, properly maintaining your alpaca socks is not hard to do as long as you keep in mind that there are two ways to wash them - hand washing and machine washing. Hand Washing Use cool water with a mild soap such as mild shampoo Never use chlorine bleach Never use a brush Soak them in the soapy water for 2-3 minutes then rinse with cold water Do not wring or twist the socks. Alpaca is very fragile ..read more

Nobody likes having cold feet. When your feet are cold, your entire body will be cold too. Have you ever wondered why that is? The feet have a huge impact on how warm or cold you feel because just like your hands, they have a large surface area and are located at the end of your limbs. And since feet do not have a lot of muscle, they are prone to cooling faster than other parts of the body. Therefore, your feet will need extra help staying warm. By keeping them warm, you get to keep the rest of your body nice and toasty too. That’s why you need trusty pairs of socks to keep you comfortable whe ..read more

When winter comes and the snow begins to blanket your surroundings, gloves aren’t always the first things that pop in your head. Cold, nippy weather will signal your favorite warm and comfy things –from snuggle blankets and chunky sweaters to plush bathrobes and fuzzy socks –but gloves rarely make it to that cozy collection. While gloves aren’t really known for their fashion statement-making abilities, their importance is undeniable. Without a trusty pair of gloves, your hands can be next to useless with your icicle fingers. From shoveling snow and walking your dog to texting and grabbing that ..read more

Alpaca hats? Check. Alpaca gloves? Check. These items are staple accessories for times when the wind gets chilly and keeping warm becomes a priority. But the thing with these cold-weather accouterments is they tend to get a bit boring –because what other ways can you wear gloves and hats? Now alpaca scarves… they’re in a whole different league when it comes to accessorizing.  From all the available options you have –from oversized designs to catchy colors and vibrant prints, there is no excuse now for your neck to get cold. And not only will these accessories keep you warm and cozy all wi ..read more

What makes the perfect sweater? For a garment to be a staple in our cold-weather wardrobe, it has to have the appropriate combination of softness, warmth, and durability –and plus points  will go to a piece that is water-resistant, sustainable, and has good insulation. Vying for the position of “best sweater ever” are alpaca and cashmere, two natural fibers that have become synonymous with luxurious softness. But which one is better? Let’s see how each one fares when it comes to our non-negotiable sweater requirements. Softness Wool fiber is measured in microns and the smaller the mi ..read more

Alpaca fleece is an incredibly soft, smooth, and warm fiber that makes alpaca throws one of those simple luxuries you don’t realize you are missing until you’ve wrapped yourself in it. What also distinguishes alpaca throws from the rest is its cozy appeal, making your home even homier. Even if they are seemingly basic, when you place it on a bed, armchair, or sofa, they would not go unnoticed –or untouched.   Benefits of Alpaca Throws The many benefits you can enjoy from owning an alpaca throw come for its amazing fiber composition: Alpaca fleece is: Softer than cashmere Warmer than ..read more

Alpaca fiber is truly one of nature’s wonderful gifts. South American cultures have been embracing this special fiber for centuries now and successfully enduring the coldest weather of the Peruvian Highlands. And it’s amazing we now get to enjoy this premium fiber that is thermic, lightweight, silky, hypoallergenic, and of course, luxuriously soft. But for you to continue indulging in the many benefits of alpaca fiber, it is essential that you learn how to properly take care of it. Although the fiber is incredibly durable, you can damage it in your first attempt at washing. Below, we’re sharin ..read more

If you’ve already worn an alpaca sweater or wrap, you pretty much know why it’s renowned for being one of the most prized natural fibers on the planet, and already a preferred fabric of luxury fashion houses. You already know that the impeccably soft, lightweight, breathable material that drapes beautifully comes from the adorable alpaca, which is native to South America. And you’re also absolutely certain that alpaca is already a staple in your winter wardrobe. But have you ever wondered how this fantastic fleece is turned into your favorite sweaters, hats, and shawls?  Allow us to break ..read more

Alpaca fiber is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most coveted, eco-friendly materials. The use and production of alpaca wool in Peru (its largest exporter and producer), dates back to the era of the Incas when alpaca was revered for its durability and exceptional qualities –the fine fleece was even reserved for Incan royalty.  But to better understand the sustainability benefits of alpaca wool, let’s compare it to cashmere –its main rival, so to speak. For many years, cashmere was the gold standard in luxury fabric. Any indication of colder weather would already prompt us to slip on th ..read more