WATA CUKROWA Handmade Alpaca Beanie for Women 03 Pearl Grey

A thin, lightweight beanie with a folded brim, WATA CUKROWA, made from alpaca and merino in 03 Pearl Grey. This handmade beanie for autumn and winter has a fluffy texture with a visible, soft halo. Available pieces and made-to-order options may vary by size. Click your chosen size to check the current availability or estimated making time.

When this beanie is a good choice

This style works well if you are looking for a warm but lightweight winter beanie that does not feel heavy on the head and goes easily with everyday outfits in muted colours. The pearl grey shade is a good option if you want a calm, elegant colour that does not dominate the rest of your outfit. It may not be enough for extreme frost or strong mountain wind if you tend to feel the cold very easily. It is also not the best choice if you have an exceptionally sensitive scalp and do not tolerate any wool itch at all.

Material and feel against the skin

This beanie is made from yarn containing 71% alpaca, 25% wool (merino) and 4% polyamide, with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification, which means the fibre content has been checked for everyday product safety. The blend of alpaca and merino gives noticeable lightness while maintaining the thermal comfort typical of wool beanies for colder months. The knit has a soft, visible halo — it feels substantial and gently enveloping, but on very sensitive scalps it may cause slight itchiness, especially when worn directly against the skin for many hours.

Shape and fit

This is an oversized beanie with a folded brim, hand-knitted in a single rib stitch. This type of knit helps the beanie sit well on the head, adapting to its shape without excessive pressure. The folded brim adds an extra layer of knit over the ears, which gives noticeable warmth and allows for slight adjustment of the height. The oversized construction means the top sits more loosely and casually, so it is a good choice if you do not like very close-fitting styles.

How this beanie works in everyday wear

• Thin, lightweight knit – the beanie provides warmth while adding very little weight during the day.
• High alpaca and merino content – the fibres help maintain thermal comfort in typical autumn and winter conditions, without an overheating effect during shorter transitions between outdoors and indoors.
• Rib stitch – the flexible structure makes it easier to fit different head shapes and helps keep the beanie in place while moving.
• Folded brim over the forehead and ears – the double layer of knit gives noticeably more warmth around the ears, which can matter on cold, windy days in the city.
• Fluffy surface with a visible halo – gives a soft, enveloping feel, but with friction under a hood or against a scarf it may be more prone to moderate pilling over time.
• Hand-knitted finish – each beanie may vary slightly in stitch placement, which is typical of handmade pieces and does not affect functionality.
• Hand wash only – gentle treatment in line with wool care helps maintain the shape and fibre structure for longer.

Finishing details and matching accessories

The beanie is finished with a folded edge and decorated with a removable eco-leather logo tag from Nitkowe Love, which can be easily taken off for washing, making care easier without risking damage to the detail. If you would like to complete the set, you can pair this beanie with matching shawls, wraps or snoods, including alpaca scarves, so you can choose the level of neck coverage that suits you.