Handmade Snow Essential Knit Alpaca Gloves - Handmade & Fair Trade
SLATE + SALT
- Price
- $86
Fingerless gloves allow you to maintain style without sacrificing functionality
Complete with an open top for fingers and a side slit for thumbs. The long design with a ribbed cuff keeps hands and wrists warm. Pair with a matching!
Alpaca fiber is considered by the fashion industry to be one the greenest, most natural, and softest fibers in the world. It is prized for its unique silky and luxurious feel and has a lesser tendency to pilling. These gloves are made on a hand knitting machine by a weaving collective in Peru.
- Material: 70% Alpaca, 23% Polyamide + 7% Wool
- Measurements: L 8.5" + 2" Thumb slit
- Color: Snow
- Care: Hand washes cold with mild detergent. Reshape while wet and lay flat to dry.
- Handmade with love in Peru.
- As with all handcrafted goods, there are slight variations making each piece a work of art and truly one of a kind.
Why Closiist?
- Sustainability: Closiist is committed to eco-friendly practices. We offer a wide range of sustainable and upcycled products, reducing your environmental impact.
- Supporting Local Businesses: By shopping at Closiist, you're supporting US-based businesses and contributing to local economies.
- Unique and High-Quality Products: Closiist curates a collection of unique and high-quality products, often from smaller brands that you might not find elsewhere.
- Ethical Sourcing: Closiist prioritizes ethical sourcing and fair trade practices.
- Convenience: With free shipping on orders over $70, it's easy to shop online and have your products delivered to your doorstep.
- Impact: For every order we offset 7kgs of CO2 and rescue 2 plastic bottles from the Ocean. Check our impact here
Environmental Impact
Our efforts to reduce our CO2 emissions generated by the sending of your orders mean that today Closiist is Carbon Positive on its shipments.
We combine Sendle, that offsets shipments CO2 emissions by supporting projects around the world, with Greensparks that allow us to do more to protect our planet.
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
Mission:
At SLATE + SALT, we're passionate about bringing you unique, ethically sourced products while making a positive impact on the world. We work directly with small social enterprises in underserved communities, providing them with fair wages and opportunities to thrive. By choosing our products, you're not just getting a beautiful item, you're also supporting sustainable practices and empowering artisans.
About the Artisans:
Every piece you purchase tells a story of craftsmanship, tradition, and social change. Our artisans, based in developing countries, use sustainable techniques to create one-of-a-kind products that reflect their rich cultural heritage. By supporting fair trade, you're helping to break the cycle of poverty, empower women entrepreneurs, and educate children.
Our Commitment:
We're committed to offering a curated collection of high-quality, handcrafted goods. Our inventory is constantly evolving as we discover new and exciting pieces. Each item is unique, reflecting the artistry and skill of its creator.
Join us on this journey of sustainable shopping and ethical living.
Shipping & Delivery
Orders are usually dispatched within 2-3 business days.
The shipping rate is calculated and displayed at checkout. Shipping is Free for all U.S. orders $70+
Shipment confirmation and order tracking:
Once your order is fulfilled, you receive a tracking number to follow your package by email. Allow 24-48 hours for the carrier to update the tracking number in its system.
We might ship your order in more than 1 package. In that case you receive a tracking number for each shipment.
Your order might be delayed in case we experience a high volume of orders. If your order fulfillment is delayed we will let you know by email asap.