In Peru, my alpaca sweaters are still partially dyed and knitted by hand. This elaborate process makes each garment unique. The experienced seamstresses master these traditional craft techniques and implement them with attention to detail. Each hand-dyed and handspun piece tells a unique story. The combination of traditional craftsmanship and unusual design creates exclusive, top-quality pullover hoodies and cardigans for men that impress not only with their design but also with their high quality.
In the production of alpaca sweaters, traditional looms and knitting machines are used to spin the yarn. The term "gauge" plays an important role, as it refers to the number of stitches per inch. The higher the gauge, the finer the fabric.
I use only carefully selected baby alpaca and alpaca wool in various knitting weights from 3 to 12 gg. These high-quality materials and precise craftsmanship ensure the sweaters' first-class quality and unique texture.
The alpaca wool I use is divided into the following exquisite quality levels:
- Royal Alpaca: 19.0 microns
- Baby Alpaca: 22.0 microns
- Andean Highlandwool: 21.5 microns
- Pima cotton
These micron values describe the fine fiber diameter and represent first-class softness and quality.
Alpaca wool, along with the rare vicuña fiber, is among the most durable animal hairs. It absorbs little moisture, provided it is processed properly. Its unique thermoregulating properties help maintain body temperature. These outstanding characteristics result from millennia of adaptation to extreme climatic conditions and make alpaca wool an exceptional material for luxury knitwear.
