Model 6'1" (186 cm), wears size L

Model 5'10" (179 cm), wears size L

FORTE overshirt, midnight blue

70 % Premium Baby Alpaca, 30 % Mulberry silk

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$495

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About this product

Mid-heavyweight knit: 490 g/m² (14 oz)
Fitted shoulder line, overall relaxed fit
Fabric-like, medium-weight knit
Structured, modern, and minimalist cut
Extremely pleasant, smooth skin feel
A solid midnight blue colour. Slightly brighter than navy.
Made in EU, design from Finland

Going big and bold – with style. The Forte overshirt is Alpa’s latest flagship knit.

Our best silk-alpaca yarn guarantees an irresistibly smooth feel that only improves with wear.

The cut and fit of Forte echoes of labourwear history: from denim jackets to work shirts worn by factory workers in the early 20th century. The collars, buttons, and large pockets follow the rugged design language.

The minimalist, structured look of Forte is still undeniably modern. Thus, there is no either-or with Forte: it is an effortless choice for both a lazy stroll down La Prom in Nice and the Sunday footy down the pub.

Size & Fit

See the detailed measurement chart and body size guide below.
Fit: A relaxed fit with rigid shoulder line. We recommend that you choose the size you normally wear.

Choosing the Right Size: Measurement Chart and Body Size Guide

You can estimate your size in three different ways:

If you know your actual body measurements, you get the most accurate size recommendation by comparing them to Alpa’s general body size chart below.
You can also compare the product’s measurements in the detailed drawing below to similar garments you already own.
The Fitle Size Advisor can help you choose the right size by estimating your body measurements based on the information you provide. You can open it by clicking the measuring tape icon below the size options.

Please note that there may be slight variations in the measurements of garments made from natural fibres — this is perfectly normal. Our knitwear has good elasticity and will adjust to your body after a few wears. Our knits will not stretch out or shrink if washed according to instructions.

If you’re unsure about sizing, our customer service is happy to help. Email us at info@alpaknitwear.com and let us know your height and measurements.

Garment Measurement Drawing

Alpa’s Recommended Body Measurement Chart for Men’s Sizing

Product Description

A silk-alpaca overshirt that strikes a balance between formal and casual.

The visual texture of the knit is closer to a structured woven fabric than traditional knitwear. This same structure is reinforced by design language inspired by rugged shirts and denim jackets – a shirt collar knitted into shape, a stone-nut button placket, and large chest pockets.

The honest, masculine visual style does not compromise comfort, as Forte is one of our nicest knits against your skin due to it's premium silk-alpaca yarn.

The knit type of Forte is familiar from our Blaze cardigan, although it is slightly more flexible and lighter thanks to the silk-alpaca blend. Forte also radiates colour in that unique way only real silk can.

Because of the silk-alpaca yarn, Forte is just as suitable to be worn buttoned up like a shirt, emphasizing the sensation of the fabric on the skin. Although the shoulder line of the Forte is fitted, the rest of the knit is designed with a more loose fit, giving it a relaxed look and making it suitable for a variety of body types.

Materials

Silk ♥ Alpaca Wool

Exquisite genuine silk is one of the most pleasant materials for the skin. It is composed of many of the same basic substances as human skin. When silk is combined with our finest and softest quality of alpaca wool, the result is a material that is supremely luxurious against the skin.

Our garments knitted from silk-alpaca yarn have a beautiful, glowing surface. This soft shine occurs when light hits the surface of the silk fibre; a characteristic that many have tried to replicate artificially throughout history - without success. Alpaca wool is a natural pair to silk, as the alpaca fibre also has its own unique glow. The secret of the sheen in alpaca wool is in its fibre, which is significantly smoother than other wool fibres.

You might not expect it, but silk-alpaca is actually super durable and easy to care for. Our silk-alpaca garments have remained almost completely pill-free even after years of use, and the knit has proven to be durable even in the very thin silk-alpaca garments. Both materials are naturally excellent in moisture wicking, absorbing and transferring the moisture from sweating efficiently away from the skin.

The wonderful combination of silk and alpaca wool is an excellent choice both for everyday use and for more festive occasions.

Care

Since the garment is partly made of silk, we recommend handling it gently and caring for it according to the silk care instructions.

Washing: Gentle hand wash with silk detergent in cool water or dry cleaning. Machine wash on a suitable program for silk at your own discretion. Both silk and alpaca wool are naturally odour and stain resistant, so hanging the garment outside to air is usually enough to freshen it up.

Made in EU

This Alpa® knitwear piece is responsibly manufactured in Lithuania at the production facilities of our long-term partners. Our partners have decades of experience in manufacturing high-quality knitwear products, and together we have uncovered the secrets of knitting with the rare alpaca wool.

Shipping

We ship worldwide.

Shipment methods: GLS, UPS, PostNord, DHL Express

Europe 3-7 business days
Other countries 3-8 business days

Free Shipping: Standard shipping for orders over 200€.

All orders are shipped from our own warehouse in Finland.

You will receive a tracking link in your order confirmation email to follow your order.

EU customers are free of any customs or duties.

When ordering outside the EU, please note that your possible local customs duties and taxes are at your responsibility. The charge of duties can be done either by customs officials or a duty collecting company.

FORTE overshirt, midnight blue

$495