KIARA Turn-Up Beanie 100% Alpaca 9043 ziarno kakaowca

KIARA turn-up beanie is a handmade beanie in 100% alpaca, medium weight for autumn and winter, with a defined turn-up and a soft halo on the surface. You can check availability after clicking the size — that is where you will see whether a given option is ready to ship or made to order.

When this style makes sense

This alpaca beanie is for those looking for a close-fitting shape without extra bulk, with added coverage over the ears created by the turn-up. It works well for everyday wear in autumn and winter, especially if natural fibre and handmade workmanship matter to you. The cocoa bean shade is a calm brown tone that does not dominate an outfit. If you need a beanie that feels completely smooth against the skin, this model may not be the best choice.

Material and feel when worn

This model is made from alpaca certified to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100. The knitted surface has a soft halo, so wool beanies made from this type of yarn have a more natural finish rather than a sleek one.

If your skin is very sensitive, you may notice a slight itch.

How it sits on the head

This women’s alpaca beanie has a close-fitting shape, with a single rib that moves with the head and helps the beanie keep its form without feeling stiff. The turn-up creates a neater line around the forehead and ears, while also visually reinforcing the lower part of the beanie. In this model, I chose the stitch and construction so that the medium weight does not create a heavy, puffed-up shape.

What follows from its construction

• The 100% alpaca composition gives it a natural wool character in wear, so this model is better suited to colder months than as a lightweight between-season beanie.
• The medium weight helps balance coverage and everyday ease, making it suitable for autumn and winter without feeling overly bulky.
• The single rib stitch supports a flexible fit, so the beanie sits better on the head and keeps its beanie shape.
• The turn-up construction reinforces the lower edge, so the forehead and ears are better covered in everyday wear.
• The soft halo on the surface gives it a gentle, slightly fluffy look, but it also means the feel is less smooth than beanies made from very tightly spun, halo-free yarn.
• High resistance to pilling helps it keep a neat appearance with regular use.
• Hand washing helps maintain the shape and qualities of the knit, so this model needs gentler care than beanies designed for machine washing.

Ways to build a set

If you want to add to this model, you can choose a matching pom-pom in the same colour and receive a ready-to-wear set. Matching shawls, wraps and snoods also work well with it.

For care, it is best to follow the basic rules for wool — a short guide is here: wool care.