McDonald New Zealand
Possum merino knitwear, from jerseys and jackets to hats, socks and throws.
Light, Warm, Packs FlatThe Travel Edit
The travel throw folds into its own centre pocket and becomes a cushion — a headrest on a plane, lumbar support in a car, a blanket when you land. The rest of the edit follows the same logic: warm without bulk, and ready to wear straight out of a case.
From Sheep to Knit in New ZealandUndyed Wool
A beanie, scarf and mittens in undyed 26-micron Corriedale wool, grown on a family farm in Marlborough's Waihopai Valley, where the sheep are bred to thrive on the hill country they graze. The wool is spun and knitted in New Zealand, and no dye is used, so the cream is the natural colour of the fleece.
The McDonald SignatureFair Isle and Ombré
Graduated colour and traditional Fair Isle patterning, across knitwear and blankets.
Trimmed and FinishedLeather and Lambskin
Lambskin collars, leather zip trims and a leather-peaked cap — structure at the collar and cuff where a knit would usually go soft.
Structured ShapesHats and Caps
Cheesecutters, peaked caps, soft peaks and tubular hats. Structured shapes with a brim or a peak.
Pure Superfine MerinoRoyal Merino
From the same makers as McDonald, Royal Merino is 100% superfine merino at 19.5 micron with no possum in the blend. Lighter on the body and easy to wear across seasons, in bold colour built to lead an outfit rather than sit under one. A small alpaca capsule sits alongside.
The McDonald Range
McDonald is owned by a fourth-generation farming family with 150 years of wool-growing heritage in Marlborough. The knitwear is crafted in their Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland workroom.
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McDonald New Zealand
Common questions
What is McDonald New Zealand knitwear?
McDonald New Zealand is a natural-fibre knitwear maker with a long wool-growing heritage and a distinctive approach to colour, pattern and texture. Its range includes possum merino and merino knitwear made in New Zealand.
What is McDonald possum merino made from?
McDonald's signature possum merino blend contains 35% possum fur, 55% merino wool and 10% mulberry silk. The combination provides natural warmth and softness while retaining the durability and structure of merino wool.
What is the McDonald Travel Edit?
The McDonald Travel Edit brings together lightweight and versatile pieces suited to changing temperatures, long journeys and layering. The edit includes knitwear and accessories that can move easily between travel, everyday wear and cooler destinations.
What are McDonald Fair Isle knits?
McDonald's Fair Isle-inspired pieces use traditional-looking colourwork and patterned knitting to create distinctive natural-fibre garments and accessories. The collection brings a more patterned, textural character to possum merino.
What is distinctive about McDonald ombre knitwear?
Ombre is one of McDonald's signature approaches to colour, using gradual tonal transitions to create depth across possum merino knitwear and accessories. The effect gives classic natural-fibre pieces a more contemporary and expressive character.
Does McDonald make knitwear with leather and lambskin?
Yes. Selected McDonald pieces combine possum merino with genuine leather or lambskin details. These materials are used as considered finishing details on pieces including scarves, hats and other accessories, adding structure, durability and tactile contrast.
What hats and caps does McDonald make?
The McDonald range includes knit hats, beanies and structured caps in natural fibres, with selected styles incorporating distinctive patterns, colourwork or leather and lambskin details.
Who makes Royal Merino?
Royal Merino is made by the same makers as McDonald New Zealand. It is a pure merino label, knitted from 100% superfine merino with no possum in the blend, so it is lighter to wear and suits every season. A small alpaca capsule sits alongside the range.
