NELLI Turn-Up Merino Wool Beanie 29 Garden Party Unisex
The NELLI Merino 29 Garden Party turn-up beanie is a handmade, medium-weight beanie made from merino yarn with added polyamide, suitable for the autumn-winter season and finished with a smooth surface without a fuzzy halo. To check whether a particular piece is available now or made to order, click your chosen size.
When NELLI 29 Garden Party is a good choice
This style is for those looking for a fitted turn-up beanie for the colder part of the year, with noticeable warmth but without the feel of a heavy, very thick knit. The multicolour 29 Garden Party shade mix (tones of blue, green and pink) works well if you like colour that stands out but still fits into everyday wear. Because it is handmade on knitting needles, it will suit those who value an individual finish and a soft, flexible knit rather than a stiff, machine-made hat. It may not be the best option for a very sensitive scalp that reacts with discomfort even to gentler wool.
Material and feel on the skin
The beanie is made from yarn with the composition 75% merino, 25% polyamide, certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100, which means the fibre has been tested for harmful substances. The knit is smooth, with no protruding fibres, which reduces the feeling of skin irritation compared with fluffier wool types. On the inside, you will still feel the classic touch of natural wool - soft, with a slight springiness typical of merino with a synthetic fibre blend.
However, if you have a very sensitive scalp, the beanie may still feel slightly itchy. In that case, it may be worth wearing a thin layer underneath or choosing a different material.
Shape and fit
NELLI is a turn-up beanie designed as a close-fitting style, without a strongly slouchy top. The folded brim creates an extra layer over the ears and across the forehead, which makes the warmth in these areas more noticeable. The rib stitch and handmade construction on knitting needles create a knit that fits the head with a gentle spring, but it is not fully stretchy in the way hats with a high elastane content can be - in practice, the fit is more stable than highly elastic. This type of shape stays in place well during everyday wear, although with very intensive movement or strong pulling you may notice the limits of the knit's stretch.
How NELLI works in everyday wear
- Medium-weight knit - the beanie provides noticeable warmth in typical autumn and winter conditions without creating a very bulky layer on the head.
- Turn-up brim - the double layer over the ears helps reduce wind coming through on breezier days, which can make walks and daily commutes more comfortable.
- Double rib stitch - this stitch structure improves the fit on the head, so the beanie is less likely to shift or slip over the eyes during normal activity.
- Added polyamide - the synthetic fibre blend improves the knit's resistance to stretching and wear, which with proper care helps it keep its shape for longer.
- Moderate tendency to pill - in areas exposed to friction (for example under a hood or near a collar), natural pilling may appear over time. It can be removed with a fabric shaver or a wool comb.
- Smooth, non-fuzzy surface - the knit picks up less fine debris and is easier to clean from dust or stray fibres than very fluffy wool.
- 29 Garden Party colourway - the multicolour mix of blue, green and pink tones makes it easier to pair the beanie with different colour combinations, although it may feel too bold if you are looking for a fully neutral accessory.
Additional options and finishing details
The beanie is finished with a Nitkowe Love eco-leather label, which can be safely unfastened for washing, making care easier and helping protect the label from damage. If you like a beanie with pom-pom, you can choose a pom-pom made from the same yarn to create a visually consistent version of this style - once ordered, it will be sewn on and the beanie will be ready to wear. You can also choose matching shawls, wraps or snoods to create a set with a similar look and level of warmth.
To help preserve the shape and qualities of the yarn, I recommend gentle hand washing and drying flat. You can find detailed guidance in the wool care guide, which will help you choose the right way to refresh your beanie.