Royal Merino
Royal Merino knits in 100% extra fine merino wool at 19.5 micron, made in Aotearoa New Zealand. Micron is the diameter of the fibre, and at 19.5 it's fine enough to wear against the skin.
Breathable and temperature regulating, it suits year-round wear. The range keeps to clean shapes in bold and classic colours.
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Common questions
What is Royal Merino made from?
Royal Merino's merino knitwear is 100% extra fine merino wool at 19.5 micron, with no blends or synthetic fibres. The Featherweight range is finer again, in 100% superfine 17.5 micron merino. A small alpaca capsule sits alongside the range in 100% alpaca.
Does Royal Merino contain possum?
No. Royal Merino is made from 100% extra fine merino wool and contains no possum fur. It is the pure merino option in the Native Possum collection.
What does micron mean in merino?
Micron is the diameter of the wool fibre: the lower the number, the finer and softer the wool feels against the skin. Royal Merino's main range is 19.5 micron extra fine merino, and the Featherweight range is 17.5 micron superfine merino.
What is Royal Merino Featherweight?
Featherweight is Royal Merino's lightest knit: a seamless base layer in 100% superfine 17.5 micron merino, made in New Zealand. Each garment weighs under 150 grams, around 40% lighter than the Classic Merino Crew. The range currently includes a Long Sleeve V, a Long Sleeve Crew and a Short Sleeve Crew.
How do you wear Featherweight merino?
Featherweight has a fitted shape made to sit close to the skin beneath other layers. Wear it under a cardigan, jumper or jacket through winter, or on its own with jeans, tailored trousers or a skirt as the weather warms. The seamless construction means there are no side seams to add bulk under other pieces.
Where is Royal Merino made?
Royal Merino knitwear is made in Aotearoa New Zealand using traditional skills and modern knitting techniques.
Is Royal Merino suitable for year-round wear?
Yes. Royal Merino is designed for year-round wear. Its fine merino wool is lightweight, breathable and naturally temperature regulating across changing conditions.
What colours does Royal Merino come in?
Royal Merino includes a range of bold and refined colours designed for everyday knitwear, with colour availability varying by style.
