LAURIN Turn-Up Beanie 100% Alpaca 101 White

Handmade LAURIN turn-up beanie in 100% alpaca wool, medium weight, designed for the autumn-winter season with a distinct, flexible rib. Available sizes and shipping time (ready to ship or made to order) can be checked after clicking your chosen option.

Where this beanie works well, and when another style may be a better choice

This is a good option if you are looking for a fitted turn-up beanie in natural yarn that works well for everyday city wear as well as on colder autumn and winter days. Its white, slightly ecru tone pairs easily with simple, understated outfits and does not take over the look. It works well if you like noticeable but not overwhelming warmth, without feeling overheated when moving between different temperatures. If you have very sensitive scalp skin and do not tolerate any slight itchiness, it may feel too noticeable against the forehead and ears.

Feel against the skin and yarn characteristics

The beanie is made from a single yarn in 100% alpaca with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification, with a surface finished by a delicate, visible halo. It feels soft and springy to the touch, but not completely smooth - this fine fuzz may feel slightly itchy for people who are especially sensitive to wool, particularly around the forehead. In practice, it provides the pleasant, dry warmth typical of wool beanies, without feeling heavy on the head. If you need guidance on caring for natural yarn, see the short guide on wool care.

Shape and fit of the LAURIN turn-up beanie

The LAURIN style is a turn-up beanie, hand-knitted with a double rib stitch, which affects both its stretch and the way it sits on the head. The folded brim creates an extra layer over the ears and forehead, while also letting you adjust the height - you can wear it closer to the head or with a little extra room at the top. The rib stitch stretches around the circumference, so the beanie fits the head evenly and does not tend to slip over the eyes during everyday movement. If you are very sensitive to pressure around the head, it is worth bearing in mind that this elastic stitch holds more closely than completely loose styles.

What this means in everyday wear

• Medium-weight knit - gives noticeable warmth in autumn and winter temperatures, but does not create a heavy, overheating layer when moving around the city or using public transport.
• Double rib throughout - helps the beanie adapt to the head circumference and stay in place, so it needs less adjusting during the day.
• Turn-up brim at the bottom - adds an extra layer over the ears and sinus area, which gives better wind protection in those places.
• Delicate halo on the surface - holds more air between the fibres, helping the beanie insulate more effectively against the cold while keeping a moderate thickness.
• High resistance to pilling - allows for frequent wear, for example daily during the season, without quick build-up of bobbling in the most exposed areas.
• Hand-knitted construction - allows for slight natural variations in stitch placement, which helps the beanie move more naturally in everyday wear than a stiff machine-made knit.
• Light white-ecru colour - brightens the upper part of an outfit and pairs easily with accessories in many colours, while also requiring a bit more careful care to keep it looking clean.

Extras and building a set

If you like a finishing touch with an extra detail, you can order a pom-pom for your beanie made from the same yarn in a matching colour - once attached, it creates a cohesive, soft shape. You can also easily match the beanie with shawls, snoods or scarves in natural yarns available in the matching shawls, wraps and snoods section if you would like to put together a complete set for the colder season.