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About the Materials: Royal Alpaca
At The Lanam Shop, we take pride in sharing the history and craftsmanship behind our materials. Among the rarest and most luxurious is Royal Alpaca — a fiber prized for its ultra-soft texture, lightweight warmth, and durability. Found in our men’s alpaca sweaters and women's accessories, Royal Alpaca elevates every wardrobe.
What Is Royal Alpaca?
Royal Alpaca is the finest classification of baby alpaca wool, measuring under 19 microns in diameter. It is sourced from the prime fleece regions — typically the neck and chest — of young alpacas. While all alpacas have both outer guard hairs and an inner fleece, the best Royal Alpaca fibers are hand-selected for softness and uniformity.
Where Does It Come From?
We source our Peruvian alpaca wool from herds raised high in the Andes. Some live freely on vast plains, tended by local villagers, while others are semi-domesticated on large ranches. In both cases, the environment helps produce exceptionally soft alpaca fiber.
What Makes It Special?
Royal Alpaca is:
- Warmer than wool, yet lightweight
- Naturally hypoallergenic
- Hollow at the core, meaning it retains heat efficiently
- Silky-soft with a natural sheen and drape
It is softer and more breathable than cashmere and makes the perfect base for luxury alpaca sweaters and accessories.
The Crafting Process
After collection, Royal Alpaca is:
- Hand-sorted and machine-refined
- Carded to align fibers
- Dyed in rich, natural tones
- Spun into soft, durable yarns
Each sweater or accessory is handmade in Peru by expert artisans using time-honored techniques.
What We Offer
Our Royal Alpaca collection includes:
- Men’s sweaters in classic styles linke crew necks and V-necks
- Women’s sweaters, capes, and wraps
- Accessories like scarves and gloves
Each item is thoughtfully designed to showcase the material’s natural texture and elegance.
Why Choose Royal Alpaca?
Soft, breathable, and warm without bulk, Royal Alpaca knitwear offers unmatched comfort and longevity. It’s a wonderful gift or a timeless addition to your wardrobe.
Index of Terms:
Micron: or micrometer (µm) a unit of measurement within the System International (SI) equal to one-millionth of a meter or 1/25000 of an inch.
Prime Fleece: fiber collected from the neck, chest, and the under belly of an Alpaca.