VARELLA Baby Merino Wool Beanie 11 Steel Blue
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VARELLA Beanie is a handmade merino wool beanie in a medium weight, designed for autumn and winter, with a folded cuff and a smooth knit surface. Availability depends on the variant you choose — click your size to see whether the piece is ready to ship or made to order.
When this style makes sense
This style works well if you are looking for a beanie for the colder season, but without a heavy, very chunky feel. It suits everyday wear in autumn and winter, especially if you prefer a clean, simple look without a fluffy halo. The folded cuff gives extra coverage around the ears and forehead. If you need a beanie for severe frost or very technical outdoor conditions, it is worth keeping in mind that this is a medium-weight style.
Merino next to the skin
This model is made from 100% Baby Merino. The yarn was chosen with sensitive skin in mind; from my experience, a smooth knit without a fuzzy surface is usually a better option for people who do not tolerate more “itchy” knits well. The yarn is certified to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, which confirms it has been tested for harmful substances.
Like any wool that needs gentle handling, it should be hand washed; you can find a short guide here: wool care.
How it fits
This is a close-fitting beanie, handmade on a knitting machine. The folded construction gives a neater line around the face and a more stable fit than thin styles without a cuff. The rib works together with the movement of the knit, so the beanie sits closer to the head without creating a stiff, bulky shape. If you are looking for a very loose, slouchy fit, this style will look more regular than oversized.
What follows from the construction and yarn
- 100% Baby Merino – offers a soft feel next to the skin and makes this style a sensible option also for people who are sensitive to classic wool.
- Medium weight – gives warmth suited to autumn and winter without the effect of a very heavy, bulky beanie.
- Folded cuff – adds extra coverage around the ears and forehead, where the difference is usually most noticeable in cold weather.
- Single rib – improves elasticity, helping the beanie adapt better to the shape of the head and keep its form in wear.
- Smooth knit without fuzz – creates a calm, tidy look and reduces the impression of fluffiness around the face.
- Pilling resistance: medium – with regular wear, natural signs of use may appear over time, which is typical for delicate wool.
- Handmade on a knitting machine – allows better control over the evenness of the knit and consistency of the shape than a random or anonymous product.
Complete the set
If you would like to change the look of this style, you can choose a beanie with pom-pom in the same yarn colour. You can also pair it with pieces from the same category: matching shawls, wraps and snoods.