KIARA Alpaca Beanie without a Turn-Up Cuff 100% 7139 Niebieski Mineralny
This is a handmade 100% alpaca beanie in a medium-weight knit, designed for autumn and winter, with an extended back and a softly fuzzy surface. You can check availability after clicking on the size — that’s where you’ll see whether the beanie is ready to ship or made to order.
For everyday wear and the colder months
This style works well if you’re looking for a beanie for autumn and winter, but without a folded cuff at the forehead and with a more relaxed shape and a slightly extended back. The Mineral Blue colour combines notes of blue, green and grey, so it fits easily into muted outfits. It’s a good choice if you like wool beanies with a calm look and a soft line. If you want a very close-fitting beanie or one that feels completely smooth against the skin, this style may not be the best option.
Yarn and feel against the skin
Made from 100% alpaca, the yarn is certified to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, which means it has been tested for unwanted substances in the finished product. This is an alpaca beanie with a naturally soft handle, but it is not completely sleek or cool to the touch like knits without any halo.
On very sensitive skin, you may notice a slight itch, so it’s worth taking your own tolerance for wool against the skin into account.
A shape that sits naturally without a cuff
The KIARA style is a cuffless beanie with a back that is noticeably longer than in classic, shorter shapes. The single rib gives the knit natural stretch, so the beanie adapts better to the head and doesn’t look stiff. For this model, I chose a medium-weight knit so the beanie keeps an everyday feel and doesn’t look heavy on the head.
What this means in use
- The medium-weight knit offers coverage for colder autumn and winter days, so the beanie doesn’t feel too light or overly bulky.
- The lack of a folded cuff gives the shape a lighter look, so it also works well with simple everyday jackets and coats.
- The extended back creates a more relaxed fit on the head, so the beanie doesn’t finish high up or create a short, tight effect.
- The single rib increases flexibility, so it adjusts better in wear and gives the shape less stiffness.
- The gentle halo softens the look of the knit, so the style doesn’t appear harsh despite its simple cut.
- Good resistance to pilling helps it keep a neat appearance for longer, so the beanie stands up better to regular wear.
- Hand washing is recommended to reduce the risk of fibre distortion, so this model needs gentler care than beanies suitable for machine washing.
Extras and matching pieces
If you’d like to change the look of this style, you can choose a matching pom-pom in the same colour. You can also pair it with matching shawls, wraps and snoods if you want a coordinated set for the colder season.
A short care note: alpaca needs gentle handling, so before washing it’s worth checking the wool care guide. The style has an attached eco-leather label that can be removed easily.
