NANA Beanie Baby Merino Wool 14 Purple Winter
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Handmade NANA beanie in 100% Baby Merino wool, medium weight, is a smooth style without a turn-up, with a slightly elongated back, designed for the autumn and winter season. To check whether a particular piece is available ready to ship or made to order, click your chosen size.
When this style is a good choice
This beanie works well for those looking for a classic elongated beanie shape for the colder months and who prefer a gentler feel against the skin. The medium-weight knit is suitable for everyday wear in autumn and winter, without the feel of a heavy, very chunky hat. The purple shade suits those who like a noticeable but still understated colour instead of typical grey or black. If you need a very thin beanie to wear under a helmet or an extremely thick one for long periods outdoors in deep frost, this style may be too much in between.
Merino wool and how it feels on the skin
The beanie is made from 100% Baby Merino with Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class I certification, confirming the yarn is safe in contact with skin, including sensitive skin. The smooth, non-fluffy surface of the knit and the character of this wool support comfort for people who usually notice itchiness in classic wool accessories. If you are highly sensitive to all natural fibres, it is still worth checking how your skin reacts during the first longer wear.
Fit and how it sits on the head
This is a classic beanie without a turn-up, with a clearly elongated back that creates its characteristic relaxed drape. A single rib throughout gives the beanie stretch, so it adjusts to the head circumference without sitting too rigidly. This shape leaves room for hair and lets you wear it lower over the ears or more lightly, depending on what you prefer. Purple colour 14 is solid, with no marl effect or contrasting inserts, so the overall look stays calm and consistent.
How this beanie works in everyday wear
- Medium-weight knit – gives noticeable warmth in autumn and winter without feeling heavy or bulky on the head.
- Single rib throughout – adds flexibility, so the beanie adapts better to different head shapes and is less likely to slip during movement.
- Elongated beanie back – adds space at the back of the head, which can be helpful with tied-up hair and lets you adjust how much the beanie drapes.
- Smooth, non-fluffy merino surface – helps reduce the risk of skin irritation and avoids the feel of prickly fibres around the forehead or ears.
- Moderate pilling resistance – with frequent wear, light pilling may appear, so it is worth avoiding strong friction against a hood or rough fabrics.
- Hand-knitted – each beanie is an individual piece, which contributes to careful finishing and thoughtful use of yarn.
- Hand wash in lukewarm water – helps preserve the fibre’s resilience and the size of the beanie, but requires gentle, unhurried care.
Finishing details and matching accessories
The beanie is finished with a faux leather label, which can be removed before washing, making care easier and helping protect the detail from damage. If you like a more distinct accent, you can order a colour-matched pom-pom for your beanie made from the same yarn, so the whole piece stays consistent in texture and shade.
To put together a set for colder days, you can choose other merino wool accessories from the shawls, wraps and snoods section if you want a coordinated colour around the neck and on the head. To help your merino beanie keep its shape and softness for longer, it is worth reading the short guide on wool care and following it with every wash.