Coastal Stripe Alpaca Scarf

This versatile unisex scarf is the ideal accessory for layering on chilly evenings and can be styled in multiple ways. Alpaca fiber is celebrated in the fashion industry as one of the greenest, most natural, and softest fibers available. Known for its silky, luxurious feel and resistance to pilling, this scarf features a charming coastal stripe pattern on the front and a soft, fuzzy underside. Material: 80% Alpaca + 11% Polyamide Measurements: 74" x 12" Care: Hand wash cold with mild detergent. Reshape while wet and lay flat to dry. Handmade with love in Peru. Because of the hand-loomed nature of these scarves, each is one-of-a-kind and completely unique. There are slight variations in colors and patterns. Artisan Profile Allpa has 80 small to midsize workshops located throughout Peru. Through their textile production, they strive to create awareness and preserve Peruvian culture. Allpa develops annual collections according to market trends and supports the growth of artisans with technical assistance, training and loans. This transforms weavers into entrepreneurs and gives them access to the global marketplace. In the earliest Peruvian history, you will find examples of the bond between the Incas and alpaca. During the Inca empire, alpaca was only used by royalty because it was valued as the finest material. Alpaca is supple and smooth to the touch. It’s softer than cashmere and warmer and stronger than lamb’s wool. It contains microscopic air pockets which create lightweight clothing with excellent insulating properties. It is a completely natural fiber and there is no use of harsh chemicals in production. The alpaca live mostly without any boundaries in the highlands of the Peruvian Andes and are not harmed during the shearing process. Their soft padded feet are gentle on the grass terrain and they graze without destroying the root system of the area. Alpaca is the only animal that produces up to 28 natural colors and can be blended into an infinite array of natural shades from inky black to warm chestnuts and snowy white. It is easily dyed in any color and always retains its natural luster.