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If you recently bought an Alpaca sweater, you likely fell in love with the soft, pliable wool and the beautiful, rich color. Like any beloved article of clothing, you’ll want to make it last as long as possible. Although alpaca wool is a luxurious material, it’s easy to clean and preserve. You just need to understand the wool’s characteristics and follow the tips below. Then, you’ll get to enjoy your beautiful sweater for years to come. Alpaca Wool Characteristics A natural fiber harvested from alpacas, alpaca wool can be either heavy or lightweight. It just depends on how the fibers...

his fall, you can pair alpaca sweaters from Peru with the season’s major trends. From many designers, we’re seeing shocking color combinations, soft fabrics and a resurgence of classic lines. Across New York, Paris and France, autumn styles shine with your favorite wool threads. Keep reading below to see the top ways to work alpaca clothing for women into your wardrobe. Primaries & Pastels Last year’s monochromatic looks have morphed to mix primaries with pastels. We’re seeing millennial pink paired with bright reds, yellows and blues.  According to Vogue, “A few years ago, pale mint and lavender might have felt toothache-sweet in...

From winter hats and snuggly socks to fashionable capes and sweaters, we source most of our alpaca clothing from Peru. Several times a year, owner Jannett Spearman hops on a plane to find new inventory. Her standards are high as she looks for the best goods to stock the shop. Alpaca Clothing from Peru When it comes to alpaca wool clothing, Peru provides the majority of exports next to Argentina, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Chile. Alpacas enjoy living in high altitudes. This makes their wool thick and warm. Because they thrive in Peru, the animals have become a dear part of...