NANA Turn-Up Beanie 100% Baby Merino Wool 23 Light Beige

The NANA turn-up beanie is a handmade, medium-weight merino wool beanie in a light beige shade, designed for the autumn and winter season with clear attention to comfort for sensitive skin. To check whether a specific piece is ready to ship or made to order, click on your chosen size.

When this beanie is a good choice

This style works well if you are looking for a smooth, close-fitting turn-up beanie that covers the ears while still feeling light enough for all-day wear. The medium-weight knit and single folded brim make it suitable for cool autumn days and a typical city winter, although in very low temperatures you may need an extra layer of clothing. Light beige is a calm, neutral colour that works with many jackets and coats, but it may not be the right choice if you prefer strong contrast and bold colours. This is a good option for people who appreciate natural fibres and handmade work, and who are comfortable with gentler care than with synthetics.

Material and feel against the skin

The beanie is made from 100% Baby Merino - a finer type of merino with a smooth, non-fuzzy surface and good tolerance for sensitive skin. The yarn is certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class I and tested for harmful substances, so it may also be used for small children. In practice, the knit feels soft, springy and pleasant to the touch, which helps reduce the prickly feeling often associated with many wool types; even so, anyone with strong sensitivity to all kinds of wool should take their own individual reaction into account.

Shape, fit and construction

This is a classic, close-fitting turn-up beanie, hand-knitted with a single rib stitch throughout. The stretchy structure helps the beanie sit well on the head and fit evenly without stiff or tight pressure points. The folded brim creates an extra layer over the ears and forehead, increasing the sense of warmth where it is usually needed most. The rib stitch gives the style a slightly elongated shape that may create a gentle slouch when worn, while still remaining in the fitted beanie category rather than a strongly oversized one.

How this beanie performs in everyday wear

• Medium-weight knit - provides warmth suitable for autumn and a moderate winter, without feeling heavy on the head or causing overheating indoors.
• All-over rib stitch - gives the beanie a high level of stretch, so it adapts to the shape of the head and stays in place without slipping.
• Folded brim - creates a double layer of fabric over the ears, improving wind protection in more sensitive areas, especially during everyday commutes and walks.
• Smooth, non-fuzzy surface - helps reduce snagging on hair and jewellery and makes the beanie easier to wear under a hood or helmet, for example a cycling or ski helmet.
• Medium resistance to pilling - means small pills may appear with regular wear, so it is worth allowing for gentle care and occasional surface freshening.
• Light beige colour - pairs easily with many basic wardrobe colours, although it may show marks sooner than darker shades.
• Hand-knitted construction - means each beanie is an individual piece with slight differences in stitch placement, which suits those looking for handmade work, but may not be right for anyone expecting complete factory-level uniformity.

Extras and matching accessories

You can add a knitted pom-pom for your beanie made from the same yarn if you would like a more relaxed look without changing its thermal properties. Light beige also pairs easily with other accessories - in the shawls, wraps and snoods section you will find pieces that can help you create a consistent autumn and winter set. Because it is made from 100% merino wool, I recommend hand washing in lukewarm water with a wool detergent; you can find detailed guidance in the wool care guide, which can help extend the life of the knit and maintain its softness.