🦙 From The Andes has been curating rare finds since 1987, family-run in Taos, New Mexico.
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Soft, warm, and naturally breathable, this beanie is hand-knit in small batches from 100% alpaca fiber. Alpaca insulates without overheating, making it ideal for daily wear through fall, winter, and early spring. The ribbed cuff provides a comfortable fit, and the knit structure has enough density to block wind while still feeling lightweight.
Spun and knitted by Peruvian artisans using traditional craft methods, each piece carries subtle variation in texture and pattern. Alpaca is thermo regulating, hypoallergenic, and naturally moisture resistant, so it stays warm even when conditions are damp.
This is the everyday upgrade: a better fiber, longer lifespan, and noticeably softer wear than wool or synthetics.
Features
100% alpaca fiber
Hand knit in Peru in small artisan batches
Made in Peru
Lightweight, breathable insulation
Naturally hypoallergenic
Thermo regulating for all day comfort
Dense knit for warmth without bulk
Fit & Use
Unisex fit
Flexible cuff for adjustable coverage
Ideal for city wear, outdoor errands, and travel
Cleaning & Maintenance
Hand wash gently in cold water using a wool or delicate fiber soap
Do not wring, twist, or scrub
Press excess water out with a towel
Lay flat to dry, reshape while damp
Store folded, not hung, to preserve knit structure
Avoid heat and tumble drying
Why Alpaca
Softer than sheep’s wool and often compared to cashmere
No itch due to the absence of lanolin and the smooth fiber structure
Thermo regulating comfort indoors and out
Naturally water repellent and warm even when damp
Hypoallergenic and lanolin free
Stronger and more durable than wool for longer wear
Lighter weight-to-warmth ratio for less bulk
Breathes better than wool or synthetics
Lower environmental impact than cashmere; gentle grazing and fewer treatments
High altitude fiber with finer micron profile; small-batch Peruvian handwork
