A staple in the wardrobes of outdoor enthusiasts, merino wool clothe is long-lasting, thermoregulating, naturally odor resistant and super soft. It is also the perfect fabric for travel.
It’s a natural fiber that is sourced from Australia and New Zealand, where 70 million sheep produce it year round on grass pastures. The fleece is renewable and incredibly sustainable – it will break down into the soil within a few years.
This makes it a great choice for the environment and our planet. When you buy a garment from GREEN ROSE, you help reduce the amount of wool that goes into landfills worldwide and supports a thriving industry in both Australia and New Zealand.
The best thing about merino wool is that it’s a natural fibre, meaning it’s breathable. This allows you to stay cooler when it’s warm and warmer when it’s cold, making it perfect for hiking, skiing, camping, hunting, or any other outdoor activity where you need to regulate your body temperature.
Moreover, it absorbs up to 35% of its own weight in moisture without feeling wet and it will quickly dry up when you sweat. This means you’ll stay cool in hot weather and keep warm in cold weather – a huge advantage in any climate.
What’s more, it does a better job of regulating your body temperature than most synthetic fabrics. The crimp in the fibres means that they trap air between them, keeping you warmer when it’s hot and cooler when it’s cold.
They are able to do this because the fibres are not only fine, but they are super-soft and stretchy too. A single merino wool fiber is about the diameter of a human hair.
There are many different ways to care for your merino wool clothing warmth and weather. One way is to wash your clothes by hand with a mild, wool-specific detergent in cold water. Gently agitate the water, but don’t wring your clothing as it can cause pilling.
Another way to clean your merino wool clothing is by machine washing. Place your items inside out in a mesh laundry bag and wash them on a delicate cycle in cold water. Don’t wring out the clothes as this can cause them to get wrinkled, instead gently flip them over and re-shape them.
When your merino wool clothing is dry, it should not be tumble dried as this will shrink the fabric and can cause creases. You can lay it flat to dry and re-shape it as necessary, but do not leave it in the dryer for longer than is recommended.
It is essential that you take care of your merino wool clothing to ensure it lasts and looks good for years to come! We recommend trying a few pieces of merino wool clothing on for size and colour before buying, so that you know how they feel and how they fit.
If you’re looking for stylish merino wool clothes, check out our selection of tops and bottoms, jackets and gloves, all of which are made with this amazing material. We also stock a wide range of colours for you to choose from.