LAURIN Turn-Up Beanie 100% Alpaca 9020 perłowo szary jasny

The handmade turn-up beanie from the LAURIN collection, made from 100% alpaca wool, is a medium-weight style for autumn and winter, with a smooth, close-fitting beanie shape and a lightly fuzzy surface. To check whether a particular piece is available now or made to order, click your chosen size on the product page.

When this style works well

This beanie works well if you are looking for an everyday wool beanie for cool autumn and winter days that covers the ears and forehead without excessive overheating. The light pearl grey shade is neutral and does not dominate an outfit, so it pairs easily with different jackets and coats. It has a fitted shape, so it is better suited to those who prefer beanies that sit close to the head rather than a strongly oversized look. If you have an exceptionally sensitive scalp or do not tolerate any itchiness at all, this unlined alpaca style may not feel comfortable for you.

Feel against the skin and material properties

The beanie is made from 100% alpaca wool with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification, which means the yarn has been tested for harmful substances. The knit has a soft, visible halo typical of alpaca beanies, which most people find pleasant to the touch, but on very sensitive skin it may feel slightly itchy, especially on the forehead and around the hairline. This natural fibre responds well to changes in temperature, but to help it keep its properties, it is worth following the recommendations for wool care.

Fit and how it sits on the head

LAURIN is a classic turn-up beanie with a fitted shape that sits close to the head, with a little extra knit at the back. The full-length double rib adds flexibility, so the knit adjusts to the head circumference without feeling tight, while staying securely in place. The turn-up creates an additional double layer over the ears, which increases the sense of protection from the cold in the key forehead and ear area. Being handmade with knitting needles means the stitch distribution and yarn tension are carefully controlled, and the beanie keeps its shape well over longer use when care instructions are followed.

What this style offers in everyday wear

• Medium-weight knit – makes the beanie suitable for both cool autumn weather and winter days without feeling heavy on the head.
• Full-length double rib – adds flexibility and helps the beanie fit well without slipping during movement.
• Turn-up over the ears – creates an extra insulating layer in the most sensitive area, which improves warmth in wind and lower temperatures.
• High resistance to pilling – helps limit the quick formation of bobbles on the surface, so the beanie keeps a neat appearance over the seasons.
• Light halo on the surface – gives the knit a soft-looking finish, but may be noticeable for people with very sensitive skin.
• Natural alpaca fibre – helps maintain a stable head temperature in changing weather conditions, without the stuffy feeling often associated with synthetics.
• Handmade with knitting needles – results in carefully finished edges and an even stitch, which reduces the risk of distortion with proper hand washing.

Extras and ways to complete the set

For this style, you can choose a beanie with pom-pom by selecting a pom-pom made from the same yarn in the same light pearl grey shade – it will be sewn on after ordering, and the beanie will arrive ready to wear. If you are looking for a coordinated set for the colder months, take a look at our shawls, scarves and snoods, where you can choose accessories by colour and level of warmth.