Navy Loop Knit Alpaca Beanie – 100% Alpaca, Handmade in Peru
- Price
- $84
Soft, slouchy, and made to last — this navy loop knit alpaca beanie is the kind of winter accessory you'll reach for every day. Knitted from 100% alpaca fibre on a hand knitting machine by a weaving collective in Peru, it has a naturally silky feel that's softer than cashmere and warmer than lamb's wool. A subtle ribbed stripe adds quiet detail without fuss. It makes a thoughtful, sustainable gift for anyone who appreciates quality craftsmanship.
✨ Features
- 🧶 Super soft loop knit: Crafted from 100% alpaca fibre — naturally lightweight, insulating, and gentle against skin
- 🌊 Subtle ribbed stripe detail: A quiet texture that adds visual interest without overpowering the design
- 🎨 Classic navy colour: Versatile and easy to style with almost anything in your wardrobe
- 📐 One size, unisex fit: A relaxed slouchy silhouette that suits all head sizes and works for everyone
- 🤝 Handmade in Peru: Knitted by the Allpa weaving collective, supporting artisan entrepreneurs across 80 small to mid-size workshops
- 🌿 Sustainably sourced fibre: Alpaca live freely in the Peruvian Andes highlands and are not harmed during shearing. Their padded feet protect the terrain they graze on
- 🎁 One of a kind: Slight natural variations in each handcrafted piece mean no two are exactly alike
💛 Benefits
- Stay warm without the bulk — alpaca's microscopic air pockets provide excellent insulation in a lightweight knit
- Less pilling over time compared to many synthetic or wool blends, so it holds its look season after season
- A feel-good purchase — your beanie supports fair trade artisan workshops in Peru and a fibre that's produced without harsh chemicals
- Style it with the matching Navy Loop Knit Alpaca Scarf and Minimalist Alpaca Gloves for a complete, coordinated look
- A genuinely considered gift — beautifully made, ethically sourced, and practical for everyday wear
🧺 Care Instructions
- Hand wash cold with a mild detergent
- Reshape gently while wet
- Lay flat to dry — do not tumble dry or wring
📋 Product Specifications
- Material: 100% Alpaca
- Colour: Navy blue
- Size: One size
- Fit: Unisex
- Origin: Handmade in Peru by the Allpa weaving collective
- Production method: Hand knitting machine
🏔️ About Allpa
Allpa works with 80 small to mid-size workshops across Peru, helping weavers grow into entrepreneurs through technical training, support and access to the global marketplace. Their work actively preserves Peruvian textile culture — a tradition rooted in centuries of alpaca craftsmanship dating back to the Inca Empire, when alpaca fibre was reserved exclusively for royalty.
Add the Navy Loop Knit Alpaca Beanie to your cart today — a warm, well-made essential you'll wear for years to come.
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Our efforts to reduce our CO2 emissions generated by the sending of your orders mean that today Clozist is Carbon Positive on its shipments.
With the help of Greenspark we voluntarily offset 7kg of CO2 and remove 2 plastic bottles from the oceans with each order at no extra cost to you.
Why 7kgs (15.43 lb)?
We took the average Carbon Emission of a 2lb package ground sent from NYC to LA and multiply that number by 4.
Why 2 bottles?
Millions of plastic bottles pollute our oceans every year, two standard bottles are a daily recommended water intake. We're committed to cleaning them up.
About SLATE + SALT
Slate + Salt is a socially conscious lifestyle brand offering a curated collection of modern, one-of-a-kind pieces handcrafted by artisans around the world. Their collections include jewelry, accessories, textiles, and decorative objects — all created using traditional techniques and fair trade practices.
Their mission is simple and powerful: to connect modern design with ancient craftsmanship, while supporting dignified work opportunities in communities facing extreme poverty.
Slate + Salt works closely with small social enterprises and Fair Trade cooperatives to ensure that every product supports ethical production, fair wages, and long-term economic empowerment — especially for women artisans.
Every item has a story.
Behind each piece is a person, a family, and a community. By choosing ethically produced goods, you help artisans remain in their villages, support their families, educate their children, and preserve cultural traditions that might otherwise disappear.
Because all products are handmade and often hand-dyed, each piece is naturally unique. Slight variations are part of their beauty — a reminder that these are not mass-produced objects, but human creations made with care.
Slate + Salt was founded by an avid traveler who fell in love with the people, cultures, and craftsmanship she encountered across developing countries. Through deep relationships with artisan groups and Fair Trade partners, the brand brings meaningful, ever-evolving collections to a global community that values beauty with purpose.
At Clozist, we are proud to feature Slate + Salt because their work reflects what we believe in: products that are beautiful, ethical, meaningful — and that create positive impact through everyday choices.
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