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100% soft alpaca fiber
Fingerless design for functionality
Handmade in Peru
Warm ribbed structure
Pair with matching accessories
Introducing our Gray Minimalist Alpaca Gloves, the perfect blend of style and functionality. These fingerless gloves are designed to keep your hands warm while allowing you to maintain dexterity. The open top for fingers and side slit for thumbs ensures that you can use your devices or perform tasks without any hindrance. Made from 100% alpaca fiber, these gloves are not only soft and luxurious but also environmentally friendly, making them a great addition to your wardrobe.
Alpaca fiber is renowned in the fashion industry for being one of the greenest and most natural fibers available. It is prized for its unique silky feel and luxurious texture, which is softer than cashmere and warmer than lamb’s wool. Alpaca fibers have a lesser tendency to pill, ensuring that your gloves maintain their pristine appearance over time. The lightweight nature of alpaca also provides excellent insulation, making these gloves perfect for chilly days.
Our Gray Minimalist Alpaca Gloves are handmade with love in Peru by skilled artisans. Each pair is crafted on a hand knitting machine by a weaving collective, ensuring that every piece is unique. The slight variations in each glove make them a true work of art, reflecting the dedication and craftsmanship of the artisans. By choosing these gloves, you are not only investing in quality but also supporting the livelihoods of talented weavers in Peru.
To keep your alpaca gloves looking their best, we recommend hand washing them in cold water with a mild detergent. After washing, reshape the gloves while they are wet and lay them flat to dry. This gentle care will help maintain the softness and shape of the gloves, allowing you to enjoy them for years to come.
These Gray Minimalist Alpaca Gloves can be perfectly paired with our Loop Knit Alpaca Scarf and Loop Knit Alpaca Beanie for a complete winter look. The combination of these accessories not only enhances your style but also provides maximum warmth and comfort during the colder months.
Allpa, the collective behind these gloves, operates 80 small to midsize workshops throughout Peru. Their mission is to create awareness and preserve Peruvian culture through textile production. Allpa supports artisans by providing technical assistance, training, and loans, transforming weavers into entrepreneurs and giving them access to the global marketplace. This commitment to social responsibility ensures that your purchase contributes to the empowerment of local communities.
The bond between the Incas and alpaca dates back to ancient Peruvian history. During the Inca empire, alpaca fiber was reserved for royalty, valued for its exceptional quality. Today, alpaca remains a symbol of luxury and comfort. The alpaca itself thrives in the highlands of the Peruvian Andes, where they graze sustainably without harming the environment. Their soft padded feet protect the grass terrain, and they produce up to 28 natural colors, allowing for a wide range of beautiful shades.
In summary, our Gray Minimalist Alpaca Gloves are not just a fashion statement; they are a testament to sustainable practices, artisan craftsmanship, and the rich heritage of alpaca fiber. Experience the warmth and luxury of alpaca while supporting ethical fashion.