Almond Ultra Plush Alpaca Wrap Scarf – Handmade in Peru
- Precio
- $162
Wrapping yourself in this oversized alpaca scarf feels like wearing a cloud. Handmade by artisan farmers in the Peruvian highlands, it's feather-light yet genuinely warm — the kind of scarf you'll reach for every time the temperature drops. Whether you're gifting it or keeping it for yourself, it's a piece worth having.
✨ Features
- 🦙 Luxuriously Soft Alpaca Fiber: Made from 89% alpaca and 11% polyamide — softer than cashmere, warmer than lamb's wool, and naturally pill-resistant.
- 🌬️ Lightweight Warmth: Microscopic air pockets in alpaca fiber create natural insulation without bulk, so it keeps you warm without weighing you down.
- 📏 Generously Oversized: Measures 80" x 24" — long enough to wrap, drape, or style however suits you.
- 🎨 Rich Natural Colour: The warm almond tone is a versatile neutral that pairs effortlessly with any wardrobe.
- 🤲 Truly Handmade: Each scarf is crafted by hand in Peru, meaning slight natural variations make every piece genuinely one of a kind.
- 🌿 Sustainably Sourced: Alpaca fiber is harvested from small artisanal Andean farms using traditional, low-impact methods — no harsh chemicals, no harm to the animals.
💛 Benefits
- ✅ Stay warm on cool evenings without the weight of a heavy wool wrap
- ✅ Enjoy a naturally silky feel against your skin — gentle enough even for sensitive skin
- ✅ Wear it your way: as a scarf, shoulder wrap, or shawl
- ✅ Feel good about what you're wearing — ethically made and sustainably sourced from the Peruvian Andes
- ✅ Makes a thoughtful, lasting gift for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion worth celebrating
🧼 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: 89% Alpaca, 11% Polyamide
- Dimensions: L 80" x W 24"
- Origin: Handmade in Peru by artisan farmers
- Colour: Almond
- Note: As with all handcrafted goods, slight variations exist — this is what makes each piece unique
🌄 The Story Behind the Scarf
Alpaca has been prized in the Peruvian highlands since the time of the Incas — valued above gold and silver for its exceptional fiber. The artisans behind this scarf carry on that centuries-old tradition, blending time-honoured techniques with thoughtful, sustainable farming. Alpacas roam freely in the Andes, their soft padded feet leaving the terrain undisturbed. Each shearing is done without harm, and the fiber is processed without harsh chemicals, preserving its natural lustre from start to finish.
Bring home a piece of that tradition. Add the Almond Ultra Plush Alpaca Wrap Scarf to your cart today — or make someone's day with a gift they'll truly treasure. 🛒
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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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