Desirable clothing materials explained The ins and outs of Alpaca woo
Alpaca wool is something you have probably heard of, particularly if you are a connoisseur of fine fashion. However despite the relative fame of the material when it comes to garments not many people know what it actually is. Obviously the term alpaca wool indicates that it consists of an animal fleece but most of us could not tell you much more about this wonderful fabric. Here is a brief introduction to alpaca wool:
The fibre we know as Alpaca wool comes from a domesticated species of camelid (the family of animals containing camels). It is rather similar to a llama in appearance but is noticeably smaller. The alpaca is a grazing animal which is kept in herds at high altitude in parts of the Andes in its native continent of South America. Alpacas are reared in countries such as Peru, Bolivia and Chile and their wool is exported all over the world for use in luxury items of clothing.
Although alpaca wool traditionally refers exclusively to the wool from this particular animal in the textile industry the term has become genericised (the same process that has meant the word Hoover is used to refer to vacuum cleaners of many brands) somewhat, meaning that it is now used to describe garments made of similar materials such as mohair (from the Angora goat) and the fleeces of Icelandic sheep.
Alpaca wool is desirable due to its innate qualities. It is naturally hypoallergenic as it is free from lanolin (the waxy substance produced by many fleece-bearing animals) and is not prickly. It is lustrous and silky so it is understandable why it is so renowned in the world of fashion.
Where can I find a specialist in authentic alpaca wool?
When it comes to alpaca wool there is just no substitute for the real thing. You need to find a supplier of genuine products. One company which stocks first class alpaca yarns and garments can be found at Alpaca-select.com. Visit the company website today if you are in need of more information.yarns and garments can be found at Alpaca-select.com. Visit the company website today if you are in need of more information.
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Lot of 240 Baby Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Andean designs, High Quality!! $8,032.00 |
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120 multicolor Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $2,779.00 |
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Lot of 80 Baby Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Andean designs, High Quality!! $2,677.00 |
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150 Rabbit, handmade of baby alpaca wool, bears, Craft $2,363.00 |
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100 multicolor Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $2,300.00 |
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140 Alpaca Wool Sweaters for children, Multicolor, Andean designs, handicraft $2,233.00 |
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NEW GUCCI 2DIE4 HOT RED FUR COLLAR ALPACA WOOL RUNWAY COAT 40/6 $2,177.99 |
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Lot of 60 Baby Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Andean designs, High Quality!! $2,006.00 |
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80 multicolor Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $1,845.00 |
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Lot of 50 Baby Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Andean designs, High Quality!! $1,667.00 |
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Lot of 118 set Alpaca Wool Sweater+hat+gloves+socks, andean designs high quality $1,654.00 |
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$3760 NWT BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Alpaca/Wool Coat M 39 40 $1,599.99 |
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100 Alpaca Wool Sweaters for children, Multicolor, Andean designs, handicraft $1,590.00 |
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100 Rabbit, handmade of baby alpaca wool, bears, Craft $1,567.00 |
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23021 auth CHLOE black wool & alpaca Winter Coat 34 XXS $1,555.55 |
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Lot of 100 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $1,549.00 |
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Lot of 100 set Alpaca Wool Sweater+hat+gloves+socks, andean designs high quality $1,400.00 |
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As new Missoni jacket revers & warm: Wool, Mohair, Alpaca. Made in Italy $1,322.76 |
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80 Alpaca Wool Sweaters for children, Multicolor, Andean designs, handicraft $1,274.00 |
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80 Rabbit, handmade of baby alpaca wool, bears, Craft $1,258.00 |
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300 fabulous Chullo alpaca wool, geometric designs, soft & warm, High Quality $1,251.00 |
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Lot of 90 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $1,210.00 |
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Lot of 75 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $1,199.00 |
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50 multicolor Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $1,166.00 |
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HALSTON COLLECTION CREAM ALPACA & WOOL WRAP COAT MADE IN ITALY RETAIL £1990 $1,066.97 |
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150 “Arpillero” alpaca wool ponchos, decored, handmade, high quality, wholesale $1,113.00 |
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350 Gloves, Mittens, with coverfingers, Alpaca Wool , Different Details $1,080.00 |
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MINT ALPACA LAMB FUR LINED WOOL COAT SIZE 10-12 $995.00 |
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160 Awesome Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $1,029.00 |
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23038 auth DRIES VAN NOTEN brown wool & alpaca Jacket L $999.99 |
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MAX MARA Brown Alpaca Wool Long Sleeve Mink Fur Trim Long Jacket Coat Sz 10 $999.00 |
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Lot of 60 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $999.00 |
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190 Beautiful Scarves,Scarf, Alpaca Wool, Camargo,Peru $992.00 |
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NEW BALENCIAGA GORGEOUS CHARCOAL KNIT ALPACA WOOL COAT W/BELT 38/6 $955.89 |
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NEW BALENCIAGA GORGEOUS CHARCOAL KNIT ALPACA WOOL COAT W/BELT 36/4 $955.89 |
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23758 auth JOHN GALLIANO lime yellow wool & alpaca Cable Knit Cardigan Coat M $911.11 |
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Lot of 40 Sweaters – Alpaca Wool – Made in Peru $680.00 |
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Lot of 40 Sweaters – Alpaca Wool – Made in Peru $680.00 |
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120 “Arpillero” alpaca wool ponchos, decored, handmade, high quality, wholesale $876.00 |
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CINZIA ROCCA SFA Black Alpaca Wool NEW Coat 4 ITALY $869.00 |
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45rpm cardigan NEW wool, alpaca, cotton, size 3, cream, brown, blue, grey $799.00 |
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120 alpaca wool ponchos, stripped, handmade, high quality, wholesale $835.00 |
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Wholesale 300 Peruvian hat “chullo”, alpaca wool, soft, warm, High Quality $825.00 |
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RITZ SADDLER GORGEOUS VINTAGE WOOL ALPACA LONG CLOAK CAPE COAT ITALY SZ 10 $799.99 |
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$3450 Ultra Rare SARTORIO Napoli by KITON Wool-Alpaca Jacket EU 50 NEW 38 40 $790.00 |
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50 Alpaca Wool Sweaters for children, Multicolor, Andean designs, handicraft $807.00 |
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Lot of 45 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $799.00 |
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50 Rabbit, handmade of baby alpaca wool, bears, Craft $797.00 |
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MaxMara ITALY Brown Boucle Wool Suri Alpaca NEW Coat 6 $789.00 |
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100 “Arpillero” alpaca wool ponchos, decored, handmade, high quality, wholesale $734.00 |
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Lot of 20 Baby Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Andean designs, High Quality!! $726.00 |
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100 alpaca wool ponchos, stripped, handmade, high quality, wholesale $725.00 |
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Wholesale 250 Peruvian hat “chullo”, alpaca wool, soft, warm, High Quality $717.00 |
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MARIA CALDERARA Wool Alpaca Mohair Belted Button Coat M or L $699.99 |
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MARIA CALDERARA Wool Alpaca Mohair Belted Button Coat M or L $699.99 |
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Lot of 50 sets Alpaca Wool Sweater+hat+gloves+socks, andean designs high quality $703.00 |
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100 ALPACA CAMARGO SCARVES ANDEAN WOOL DIRECT EXPORT FROM PERU INCA MARKET $549.00 |
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STUNNING CHLOE BLACK ALPACA & WOOL COAT 40 (6-8) $695.00 |
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100 Awesome Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $676.00 |
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STELLA MCCARTNEY Hand Knit Wool & Alpaca Color Block Knit Long Poncho NEW Size M $649.00 |
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$4290 New DONNNA KARAN Black Bronze Acrylic Alpaca Wool Jacket Skirt Suit 8 $649.99 |
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25 multicolor Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $640.00 |
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NEW MISSONI MEN’S ULTRA STYLISH LUXURY WOOL ALPACA HOODED CARDIGAN SWEATER 52/L $635.79 |
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80 “Arpillero” alpaca wool ponchos, decored, handmade, high quality, wholesale $631.00 |
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NEW PRADA MEN’S CAMEL BROWN ALPACA WOOL EXTRA WARM CARDIGAN SWEATER JACKET 50/M $617.09 |
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Max Mara Brown Alpaca & Wool Blend Coat $595.00 |
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Lot of 30 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $599.00 |
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VINTAGE 1950s 100% PURE ALPACA WOOL SATIN LINED COAT L REDLIGHT RAGS $553.25 |
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Wholesale 200 Peruvian hat “chullo”, alpaca wool, soft, warm, High Quality $577.00 |
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MARC JACOBS Brown Alpaca/Virgin Wool Button-Up Coat $575.00 |
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HUGO BOSS WOMENS 12 CIMMA WOOL ALPACA BELT WINTER COAT $573.75 |
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Peruvian Connection Grey Alpaca Fur Knit Wool Dolman Sweater S M $559.20 |
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100 Beautiful Scarves,Scarf, Alpaca Wool, Camargo,Peru $552.00 |
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80 Awesome Handbag, bag, handmade of alpaca wool, High Quality $552.00 |
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NEW Men Polo Ralph Lauren Blazer (42R) Brown – Virgin Wool/Alpaca – MSRP $1,095 $547.50 |
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NWT BURBERRY $995 WOOL ALPACA MOHAIR BEAT NOVA CHECK COAT JACKET~10 44 $540.55 |
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Outstanding Old Alpaca Wool KALLAWAYA INDIAN Llijjlla Manta Textile TM1159 $535.00 |
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72 alpaca wool ponchos, stripped, handmade, high quality, wholesale $529.00 |
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Tom Ford Pullover TF Size 50 60%Kashmir 20% Merina Wool 20% Alpaca Free Shipping $528.00 |
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60 “Arpillero” alpaca wool ponchos, decored, handmade, high quality, wholesale $519.00 |
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Hugo Boss $1495 Carla Virgin Wool/Alpaca Coat Sz 44 $499.80 |
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$4290 New DONNNA KARAN Black Bronze Acrylic Alpaca Wool Jacket Skirt Suit 8 $499.99 |
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NWT BURBERRY $995 WOOL ALPACA MOHAIR BEAT NOVA CHECK COAT JACKET~8 42 $512.52 |
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Wholesale 175 Peruvian hat “chullo”, alpaca wool, soft, warm, High Quality $511.00 |
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NWT BURBERRY $995 WOOL ALPACA MOHAIR BEAT NOVA CHECK COAT JACKET~8 42 $499.00 |
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PHILOSOPHY DI’ ALBERTA FERRETTI MAHOGANY ALPACA WOOL JACKET COAT (NWOT) $499.00 |
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Lot 120 skeins100% baby Alpaca wool yarn indiecita 13lb $409.99 |
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100 fabulous Chullo alpaca wool, geometric designs, soft & warm, High Quality $487.00 |
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$2,495 NWT RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL MENS WOOL ALPACA SPORTCOAT JACKET SIZE 38R $483.30 |
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80 Beautiful Scarves,Scarf, Alpaca Wool, Camargo,Peru $481.00 |
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100% BABY ALPACA YARN WOOL INDIECITA DK 100 SKEINS 5 Kg $360.00 |
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Wholesale 150 Peruvian hat “chullo”, alpaca wool, soft, warm, High Quality $477.00 |
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SAKS FIFTH AVENUE ITALY AGNONA ALPACA WOOL WOMENS BLAZER JACKET COBALT BLUE! $465.00 |
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$2,595 NEW Etro Blue & Green Alpaca/Wool Knitted Cardigan M $450.99 |
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Hugo Boss Wool Alpaca Long Coat Very Warm Jacket XL 42R $432.25 |
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Lot of 20 Sweaters – Alpaca Wool Made in Peru $450.00 |
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Lot of 20 Alpaca Wool Sweaters, Multicolor, Alpacril, handicraft, Made in Peru $449.00 |
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21738 auth RALPH LAUREN heathered green gray wool alpaca Cableknit Sweater M $444.44 |
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WOOL PONCHO – CAPE – COLLAR – FRINGE – ALPACA MOHAIR ANGORA $424.99 |
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Burgundy Max Mara Alpaca & Wool Coat $425.00 |
