VARELLA Handmade Merino Wool Turn-Up Beanie Ecru Pink Purple Melange
VARELLA is a turn-up beanie made from 100% Baby Merino, in a medium-weight knit for autumn and winter, in melange shade 104 Dreamy Dust with a pink and purple pattern on a light background. Availability depends on the size variant selected — click your chosen size to see the current status.
When this style makes sense
This merino wool beanie is a good choice for those looking for a visually calm everyday style, without giving up a natural fibre composition and a soft feel against the skin. It works well from chilly autumn through winter, when you want coverage without a very heavy, fluffy shape. Thanks to its close-fitting form, it pairs well with an everyday coat, jacket or hood. If you are looking for a very thick beanie for severe frost, or a style with a loose, strongly oversized shape, this version may not give that effect.
The yarn and how it feels to wear
This style is made from 100% Baby Merino — a fibre I also chose with sensitive skin contact in mind. The smooth surface without a fuzzy halo helps reduce irritation around the forehead and ears, and the Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certificate confirms that the yarn has been tested for harmful substances.
It is still wool, so it needs gentle handling and proper wool care, including hand washing.
How it fits on the head
The beanie shape is close-fitting, and the turn-up edge gives a neat line around the forehead and ears. The rib knit moves with the head, so the beanie stays in place more easily and does not feel stiff. I make it by hand on a knitting machine, which gives the knit an even structure and a clean finish. If you want a roomier crown or a more slouchy back, it is worth choosing a different cut.
Key features in everyday wear
- Medium weight – gives coverage suitable for autumn and winter without the feel of a very heavy beanie.
- Single rib stitch – supports a flexible fit and helps the shape hold during wear.
- Turn-up edge – adds extra coverage around the forehead and ears, where the cold is usually felt first.
- Smooth knit with no fuzzy halo – helps reduce sensory discomfort for those who are sensitive to wool itch.
- Melange colour 104 Dreamy Dust – combines ecru with pink and purple, making it easier to pair with muted and light outfits.
- Pilling resistance: medium – with regular wear, it is worth expecting natural signs of the knit working over time.
Matching additions
If you would like to change the character of the style, you can choose a beanie with pom-pom for this beanie, made from the same yarn and in the same colour palette. shawls, scarves and snoods also work well with it if you are looking for a coordinated set for the colder season.
