KIARA Alpaca Beanie 100% Alpaca 5575 Navy

The classic KIARA beanie without a turn-up is a handmade 100% alpaca wool beanie in a navy shade, with a slightly elongated back and a stretchy rib knit. Availability (ready to ship or made to order) can be checked after selecting the appropriate size.

Navy KIARA – when it’s a good choice

This style works well if you’re looking for a beanie for autumn and winter that feels enveloping without being very bulky. The classic navy colour and simple beanie shape go well with everyday outfits and do not stand out too much. The beanie has an elongated back, so it sits more naturally on the head than fully close-fitting styles, but it does not create a large slouchy volume. I would not recommend it for people with a very sensitive scalp – the fine alpaca fibres may be noticeable in that case.

Alpaca wool and skin contact

The beanie is made entirely from 100% alpaca yarn with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification, in a medium weight, with a clearly visible fine halo on the surface. It feels soft and pleasantly substantial to the touch, while still having enough body to provide good insulation on colder days. For some people with exceptionally sensitive skin, the alpaca fibres may feel slightly itchy at the forehead or above the ears – in that case, a finer, smoother yarn may be a better choice.

If you need guidance on how to wash and dry wool beanies, take a look at this short guide to wool care.

KIARA fit and shape

KIARA is a classic beanie without a turn-up, made in a single rib from top to bottom. The rib knit gives the fabric natural stretch – the beanie fits the head well without tight pressure and adjusts naturally to different head circumferences within a given size. The elongated back allows for a more relaxed fit – you can pull it lower over the ears or leave the back slightly slouched, depending on how you want to wear it. The medium-weight knit means the beanie fits under most hoods and does not create too much volume around the head.

KIARA for everyday wear – key features

• Medium-weight 100% alpaca knit – provides noticeable warmth in autumn and winter temperatures without the feel of a heavy, overheating beanie.
• Single rib throughout – gives the beanie flexible fit and helps keep it in place while moving.
• Elongated beanie-style back – lets you adjust how deep you wear it, making it easier to cover the ears or style it in a more relaxed way.
• Surface with a fine halo – gives a soft feel and a characteristic slightly fluffy look, with the trade-off that it may feel slightly itchy for very sensitive skin.
• High resistance to pilling – helps the beanie keep its appearance through regular wear over several seasons, provided it is hand washed.
• Muted navy colour – easy to pair with both dark and light jackets or coats without colours clashing.
• Handmade with knitting needles – each piece is knitted individually, which helps maintain even yarn tension and a consistent shape.

Finishing details and extras

The beanie is handmade with knitting needles, with attention to an even rib stitch and a carefully finished crown so that no thick seams form above the head. At the edge there is a removable eco-leather label – you can leave it on as a discreet finishing detail or remove it easily if you prefer a completely plain look.

If you prefer a beanie with pom-pom, you can choose a matching pom-pom for this style separately. To create a set, you may also want to add a scarf, shawl or snood from the collection of matching shawls, wraps and snoods, so the neck layer has a similar weight and texture to the beanie.