Unisex Lightweight Baby Alpaca Beanie

Our lightweight alpaca beanie is is made from 100% baby alpaca fiber. It is designed to provide a soft, hypoallergenic wear that is warm but without bulk. It is ideal for spring and fall in northern states or winter in southern states.

Product Specifications

• Benefits: Breathable, hypoallergenic, temperature regulating
• Colors: Black with purple trim, light blue with dark blue trim, light fawn with brown trim, pink with brown trim, purple with black trim (AZO free)
• Materials: 100% alpaca
• Fiber grade: Grade 2 (baby alpaca)
• Measurements: ≅ 9″ x 9″
• Product weight: ≅ 1.2-1.3 ounces
• Thickness: Lightweight
• Gender: Unisex
• Age group: Adult
• Size: One size fits most (OSFM)
• Manufacturing method: Machine knit
• Origin: Peru
• Yarn Source Certification: OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Peru Fair Trade, Biotrade Peru, Peru Carbon Footprint Certification, Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS)
• Care: Hand wash in cool water with gentle shampoo, lay flat to dry

Product FAQs

Is this alpaca beanie snug or loose fit?

This beanie will have a snug fit, but you’ll find alpaca hats are generally made smaller than a traditional hat and this is done to protect against unwanted growth. Because of the nature of alpaca, this hat will expand to accommodate different head sizes.

Is this alpaca beanie one size fits all?

Yes. Many alpaca hats are designed with flexible sizing to fit most adults comfortably due to the natural stretch of the fiber. It’s the beauty of alpaca fiber – it can effortlessly stretch to accommodate various size heads.

How well does this alpaca beanie hold its shape?

With proper care, this beanie will hold its shape well.

Will this alpaca beanie work for extreme cold conditions?

This is a lightweight alpaca beanie, which is great for southern climates, people who tend to run hot, or those who would like to layer their hats.

If you are looking for a beanie for warmer temperatures, we’d recommend one of our midweight or heavyweight options.

Is this beanie soft enough for people with sensitive skin?

Yes and this is attributed to three factors:

1. This beanie is made from natural alpaca fiber that is lanolin free, so people who cannot wear wool due to lanolin sensitivity will be comfortable in this hat.
2. Alpaca fiber has smaller and more frequent scales than other natural materials, which is a contributing factor to creating that soft feel on your skin.
3. This alpaca beanie uses grade 2, baby alpaca fiber, which has been tested to have a micron level between 20-22.9. Baby alpaca fiber offers a lovely, soft handle that will feel great against your skin.

Is this beanie reversible?

This is not reversible.

Can this alpaca beanie get wet?

Yes. Alpaca is naturally water-repellent and it can absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture before feeling wet.

How does an alpaca compare to cashmere or sheep wool?

While cashmere is the softest and sheep wool is the most elastic, an alpaca hat is the best overall choice because it outperforms warmth, hypoallergenic, durability, resistance to weather, and odor control.