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Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
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Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin
Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin

Lima Alpaca Cardigan - Mandarin

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THE PERFECT CARDIGAN - Limited Edition 

This cropped, lightweight cardigan is impeccably hand-knitted from certified superfine alpaca, embodying true luxury. Featuring intricate cable knit detailing on the chest and sleeves, it is elegantly finished with five buttons. Designed to offer both warmth and comfort, it pairs beautifully with high-waist pants or a skirt. Each piece is lovingly hand-knitted in Peru, honouring traditional techniques infused with modern creativity. The result is a garment that reflects the rich tapestry of cultures, landscapes, and narratives our artisans hold dear



Models are size 8 and wearing the SM

 

  • 89% Superfine Alpaca, 11% Recycled Polyamide
  • OEKO Tex Step. Certified for sustainable textile production
  • OEKO Tex STD100. Absence of harmful chemicals.
  • Recycled polyamide produces significantly less carbon emissions and helps to divert waste from landfills and keep it out of our seas.
  • Hypoallergenic. Does not contain lanolin oil

Cropped Fit.

SM

  • Width (shoulders): 60cm
  • Length: 44cm
  • Sleeve (underarm to cuff): 38cm
  • Neck width: 17cm

ML

  • Width (shoulders): 63cm
  • Length: 46cm
  • Sleeve (underarm to cuff): 40cm
  • Neck width: 18cm
  • All alpaca and wool knitwear should be hand-washed with soft liquid detergent.
  • Do not twist or scrub.
  • Rinse and squeeze gently.
  • Dry flat on top of a towel (to help absorption) away from direct heat or sunlight. Read more about how to care for your knits.


Storage


  • If you look after your knitwear, it can last a lifetime, but be careful of moths or other insects.
  • Fold it, do not hang it otherwise, it can stretch.
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Please refer to each product "Sizing & Fit" for specific product fit.

Fit

  • CROPPED.
    Our Cropped knits have a boxy fit and are short in length, about mid waist/bellybutton.

  • REGULAR.
    Our Regular knits have a snug fit and are longer in length that the cropped fit. Choose a larger size to yours if you would like an oversized look.

  • OVERSIZED.
    Our oversized knits  have a boxy, relaxed oversized fit.

Sizing Chart
This is a comparative chart between OUAA consolidated sizing and a Regular sizing chart. We understand if you don't identify with the women sizing.
We are only using it as a reference of standard sizing and measurements.

OUAA sizing SM SM SM ML ML ML
Australia (Women) XXS XS S  M  L  XL 
Australia 6 8 10 12 14 16
USA 2 4 6 8 10 12
UK 6 8 10 12 14 16

 

Body Measurements in cms
Australia size (women) 6 8 10 12 14 16
Underbust 67 70 75 80 85 90
Bust 80 83 88 93 98 103
Waist 64 67 72 77 82 87
Hip 91 94 99 104 109 114

 
Body Measurements in inches

Australian (women) 6 8 10 12 14 16
Underbust 26.4 27.6 29.5 31.5 33.5 35.4
Bust 31.5 32.7 34.6 36.6 38.6 40.6
Waist 25.2 26.4 28.3 30.3 32.3 34.3
Hip 35.8 37 39 41 43 45

 
We are happy to assist you. If you have any questions or if you can't find your size. We are more than happy to knit a pieces just for you, please contact us.

 

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Ashly C.
I’ll never buy a knit from anywhere else again

I’ve hardly taken my cardigan off! I love it so much! It’s also not even remotely itchy for someone who can often be quite sensitive to wools fabrics. Truly, I don’t think I’ll ever buy a knit from anywhere else. I need them all now!

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Leonie K.

I have not been able to take this knit off since I received it. It is incredibly soft and comfortable and a very flattering fit. The mandarin colour is gorgeous - I'm usually a neutral coloured girl but couldn't resist this bright colourway. It still matches all of my neutral bottoms. Highly recommend and would love to purchase in other colours

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Hugh C.

It is easily the most comfortable and most versatile cardigan I have ever owned. It’s like a baby comforter for an adult! The alpaca wool is really soft, it feels so delicate on my skin. The design and knit are thought through to be a complementary style. I have been wearing it everyday since I bought it. Even when it’s too hot to wear it. It’s a winter favourite as it heats my whole body up. I have been stopped in the street, in a restaurant and at the beach and asked where I found this piece! Love it.

We live and work in lutruwita tasmania (australia), palawa pakana country, traditional lands of the muwinina people. We acknowledge their past and ongoing cultural and spiritual connection to this land, sea, waterways & sky.

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