Our Pima Cotton is grown in the coastal valleys of northern Peru and is believed by experts to be the finest cotton in the world, highly prized for its superb softness, brilliant lustre and exceptional durability. Our fabrics are tested at various Southeastern USA testing labs that utilize standard ASTM Test Methods.

Discover ALPACA. Combine the above with our simple, timeless design and Eureka! Here at Samantha Holmes, we like to create sustainable alpaca clothing and accessories which will last you for years. Forget recycled polyester, give your cashmere a break and try our alpaca knitwear instead.Alpaca wool does not contain lanolin and therefore needs much less processing than sheep’s wool. No harsh chemicals and very little water needed.

Since Alpaca is a natural fiber with variability, weights can fluctuate from lot to lot. The weight of the Women’s All-Paca Hoodie ranges from 8 - 12 ounces, depending on size.

Traveling: you can use shampoo, mild liquid dish/hand detergent (just a drop or two) , rinse in a sink, wring out, hang dry or lay it on a towel to dry We knit our fabrics and sew our garments in our own North Carolina, USA facility utilizing our Patent Pending process. Use any normal detergent. Do not use “washing Soda”, Chlorine OR Peroxide bleaches, or “Oxygen Cleaners” Regular Fit” Style - Not too snug and not too loose. It looks great and allows for a full range of motion. Natural fibers perform at their optimal level when allowed a little room to breathe. Tumble dry your garment on low heat in a small load with other similar items - it will only take approximately 10-15 minutes to dry. Medium to high heat, or drying in large loads with jeans/towels is not recommended.

You don’t need to wash this garment often. We recommend that you wear the shirts and/or Hoodies around 8 -10 times before washing so that they get broken-in to your body shape. Even if you are active and sweating in it, just hang it up. Alpaca does not retain odors and doesn’t support bacterial growth. Since it is an animal fiber, it is susceptible to moth damage, so you will want to store it so that moths can’t get to it just like you would with wool. However, washing will not harm your Hoodie. Alpacas are abstemious and only eat what they need. They consume less than half the amount per day that sheep do and like other camels, they don't need to drink much either! The women’s cut is slightly shaped. The bust and hip measurements are roughly the same, and the waist is slightly narrower. Peruvian Alpaca is one of the most luxurious natural fibres in the world, supremely warm in winter yet cool and elegant in summer. Our Alpaca fibre comes from alpacas that live in high altitude locations in the Andes Mountains of Peru along with llamas and vicunas, many living free grazing at high altitudes, and also semi-domesticated living on farms. The clean air, richness of flora and fauna, and the unique ecosystem allow Andean species to thrive, and to provide us with the most fantastic fibres in the world.Alpaca wool is 100% Biodegradable and Recyclable. You could compost one of our cardigans - although we'd prefer you to wear it for as long as possible first.