CHMURKA Alpaca Beanie 26 Beige

A thin, lightweight beanie with alpaca, handmade with knitting needles, designed mainly for autumn and spring, when you want warmth without overheating. Some pieces are available ready to ship, while others are made to order – click your chosen size to see the current lead time.

CHMURKA beige beanie – light, fluffy and easy to wear every day

The CHMURKA style is a classic beanie without a turn-up cuff, finished with a slightly extended back. The beige shade and smooth knit make it easy to pair with a wool coat, puffer jacket or everyday city jacket – as a warm women’s beanie for daily wear, but also as a more refined winter beanie with neutral accessories. The fluffy surface with a fine halo gives it a soft, cloud-like character and adds visual warmth to an outfit.

• Composition: 65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool – a blend of natural fibres with a touch of synthetic fibre for a lighter feel and better knit resilience.
• Thin, lightweight knit – this alpaca beanie works well in transitional seasons: on cooler mornings, for evening outings, and for walks in the city, when classic thick wool beanies would feel too warm.
• Beanie shape with an extended back – it sits well on the head, does not create a stiff dome shape, and the gently slouching back gives it a more relaxed look without losing everyday practicality.
• Surface with a fine halo – typical of alpaca-blend yarn; it visually softens the look and adds lightness, but may pill slightly in some areas over time (pilling resistance rated as medium).
• Against the skin – generally felt as cosy with normal sensitivity, but on a very sensitive scalp it may feel slightly itchy; in that case, a thin headband underneath may be worth considering.
• Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certification – the yarn has been tested for harmful substances, which for many people is an important part of making a conscious clothing choice.
• Handmade with knitting needles – each handmade beanie is made individually, with care taken over yarn tension and edge finishing, so the knit looks even and holds its shape well in wear.
• Beige tone – a neutral, soft colour that works easily with a capsule wardrobe and looks good with both light and dark jackets.
• Eco-leather label – it can be unclipped for washing if you prefer a more minimalist look or want to fully protect the trim.
• Accessories and care – you can pair the beanie with a scarf, snood or shawl (including alpaca scarves) from the handmade wool section: matching wool accessories. Detailed guidance on hand washing and drying alpaca wool accessories can be found here: wool care.