Why Wear Merino Wool? Benefits of Merino

Merino wool comes from merino sheep and is finer and softer than ordinary wool. It is one of the most comfortable natural fibers you can wear next to your skin, which is why it is so popular for base layers, thermals and outdoor clothing. Here is why merino wool is worth wearing.

Benefits of merino wool

• Breathable: wool lets air and moisture vapor pass through the fabric, so you stay comfortable.
• Moisture-wicking: wool can absorb up to about a third of its own weight in moisture vapor without feeling wet, moving sweat away from your skin.
• Temperature-regulating: it keeps you warm in the cold and comfortable when it is warmer, even when slightly damp.
• Odor-resistant: wool naturally resists the build-up of odors, so you can wear it longer between washes.
• Soft and stretchy: fine merino fibers feel soft, not itchy, and the fabric stretches and recovers its shape.
• Natural and renewable: sheep grow a new fleece every year, and wool is biodegradable.

Merino wool and natural dyeing

Wool is a protein fiber and takes natural dyes beautifully, giving deep, rich colors. Our undyed merino wool clothing is made in natural cream, so you can wear it as it is or dye it with plant dyes. Mordant it with alum and cream of tartar, then dye with madder, weld or indigo. Heat slowly and avoid rubbing to prevent felting. See how to mordant wool and silk.

Shop undyed merino

• Women's short sleeve top
• Women's long sleeve top
• Women's leggings
• Men's long sleeve top
• Men's long johns

Caring for merino wool

Wash merino by hand or on a wool cycle in cool water with a wool detergent. Do not tumble dry; dry it flat, away from direct heat. For naturally dyed merino, use a pH-neutral soap and dry it in the shade.