Arms of Andes is an innovative cottage company in the world of wool apparel. The brand was founded by a brother and sister born to Peruvian parents who now live in Los Angeles where Arms of Andes is headquartered.
The Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt represents some outside-the-box thinking in the world of wool. Forget what you thought you knew about wool — this brand does things a little differently, and you’re going to like what they’ve done.
Meet the Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt. Views are not included with purchase, but it may inspire you to go get your own.
This ultralight shirt is made from 100% alpaca wool and in 110 weight, which is crazy light in weight. The Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt is available in several different colorways, and you can even choose from several all-natural dye process options.
Lightweight. Comfortable. Soft against the skin.
Alpaca wool is the most breathable and softest fiber out there. When compared with merino wool and other fibers, it carries a super low carbon footprint. It’s even biodegradable. The Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt has a lot of great boons going for it.
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Arms Of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt Specifications
| Feature Type | Feature Specs | What This Means |
|---|---|---|
| Garment Weight | 117g | Exceptionally lightweight. |
| Fit | Semi-fitted | Snug but not tight. Adaptable to different body types. |
| Material | 100% Alpaca Wool | Sustainable, moisture-wicking, antibacterial, and stretchy. |
| Fabric Weight | 110 g/m2 | Ultralightweight fabric that provides exceptional breathability. |
| Fabric Origin | Peru | Ethically and sustainably sourced single-origin wool. |
| Colors | Multiple colors including natural dyes | Pick whichever matches your vibe. |
| Shipping | Free | Free shipping in biodegradable packaging. |
| Sustainability | Biodegradable/ low carbon footprint | Won’t pile up in your local landfill. |
| Warranty | Full refund on manufacturing defects | Will refund or replace your garment. |
| Retail Price | $65 | Fair pricing for a wool shirt, especially one that has this many outstanding qualities. |
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Unique Features of Arms Of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt
Alpaca wool is the star of the show. This all-natural, anti-microbial, lightweight, and super soft fiber absolutely takes the crown when it comes to sustainable performance.
The 110-weight alpaca wool of this shirt is extraordinarily comfortable next to skin with zero chaffing, itching, or irritation of any kind. You practically forget you are wearing it. While alpaca wool has a long host of benefits, perhaps none is more important than its breathability. If you work up a sweat while wearing this shirt — just wait a few minutes, because, with the help of a light breeze and some sunshine, this shirt will dry out in a flash.
Freedom of movement.? Check. Feels good with a pack on your back? Double-check!
Superbly Odor Resistant
The all-natural alpaca wool of the Arms of Andes Crew Neck T-Shirt is inherently odor resistant. It outperforms synthetic materials by a mile. You can be confident that this shirt won’t stink even after days of backpacking. If you share a tent with a buddy, they’re going to thank you big time and also ask you where they can get one of those stink-free shirts.
No odor, no moisture — just smiles.
Form-fitting Perfection
The alpaca wool has a great amount of stretch to it, which makes movement a breeze. The shirt’s semi-fitted cut is fantastic, and the stretch allows for a pleasantly form-fitting result.
The fit of this shirt is anything but boxy. It contours the body nicely but not too snugly. The arms and shoulders are shaped well and give a nice silhouette.
This garment provides fantastic mobility for any type of movement.
How the Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt Compares to other Wool Shirts
Arms of Andes vs Smartwool
While Smartwool has been crafting amazing wool and technical shirts for a long time, this VF Corp company has stuck to the same formula for ages. It works. However, it doesn’t leave a lot of room for innovation. Taking a look at the basic Smartwool Men’s Merino Short Sleeve Tee — you will find a $75 dollar shirt that is 87% Merino wool and 13% nylon. That’s not wholly biodegradable or sustainable.
Arms of Andes vs Icebreaker
The Icebreaker Sphere has been a best-selling shirt from the well-regarded New Zealand brand Icebreaker. The shirt aims to be lightweight, breathable, comfortable, and provide great odor resistance. While all this may be true, this shirt comes in at the $75 dollar price point and is actually made from 60% Tencel (a cotton derivative) and 40% merino wool. When we compare the Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt the differences are clear. Arms of Andes gives you a 100% alpaca wool shirt that outperforms merino wool blends by a long shot.
Arms of Andes vs Ridge Merino
Ridge Merino is a smaller name in the world of wool apparel. Their Men’s Journey Merino Wool T-Shirt comes in at $59.95. However, you are getting another wool blend shirt here. With a fabric weight of 145 and a mixture of 87% merino wool and 13% nylon, this product is both not entirely wool and heavier than the Arms of Andes shirt. While still a great product, those looking for the lightest weight wool shirt out there will want to stick with Arms of Andes.
Excellent sleeve length. Look at all of those little wool fibers!
The Winner is Clear
Try as you might, but you won’t find another wool shirt as lightweight, loaded with benefits, and as fairly priced as the Arms of Andes Alpaca Wool Crew Neck T-Shirt. This 100% alpaca wool shirt is a true winner and will provide loads of comfort and performance to anyone who wears it. Have you tried alpaca wool yet? If not, now is the time to jump in before the masses catch on!
You can see how lightweight and stretchy this shirt is. Now imagine how breathable it is and how dry your sweaty skin will feel!
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Who is Arms Of Andes?
Arms of Andes is a brother and sister company based out of Los Angeles. The pair were born to Peruvian parents and they bring out their heritage with their signature alpaca wool clothing. Arms of Andes believes everything they do should be done with the environment and people in mind. They want to lead by example and show the world how to make clothing in a sustainable way that focuses on human and animal welfare while minimizing their negative impact on the environment.
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Can you please tell me the dimensions of the neck gaiter? I’d like to use it also for a pillow cover if possible but I don’t see dimensions listed.
Hi Doug. Did you mean to post this comment on another article? Or did you need more dimensions for this shirt?