Alpaca
naturalAlso known as: Alpaca wool, Alpakafaser
Luxury fibre from alpacas. Warmer than wool, hypoallergenic and very soft.
About Alpaca
Alpaca fibre is obtained from alpacas, camelids native to South America. It is one of the most luxurious natural fibres available, prized for its exceptional softness, warmth, and hypoallergenic properties. Unlike sheep wool, alpaca fibre does not contain lanolin, making it suitable for people with wool allergies. Alpaca is naturally available in 22 natural colours.
Properties
Typical GSM range: 150–400 g/m²
Shrinkage: 2–5%
Season: Autumn, Winter
Scores represent typical values and may vary by composition, weave density, and finishing.
Care Instructions
Washing
Hand wash only at 20°C · Hand wash only
Drying
Do not tumble dry · Lay flat to dry
Ironing
Iron up to 110°C · Steam OK · Iron inside out
Dry Cleaning
recommended
Never hang to dry as alpaca is heavy when wet and will stretch.
Always check the care label on your specific garment.
Advantages
- ✓Hypoallergenic (no lanolin)
- ✓Warmer than sheep wool
- ✓Very soft
- ✓Naturally available in many colours
- ✓Durable
- ✓Water-repellent
Disadvantages
- ✗Expensive
- ✗Can be heavy
- ✗Limited elasticity
- ✗Requires careful care
- ✗Less widely available