FORTE overshirt, dark olive

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.

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.

A relaxed fit with rigid shoulder line. We recommend that you choose the size you normally wear.

Finding the right size

You can either use our smart Fitle size advisor or compare the measurements of the chart (below) to your previous garments.

How accurate are the measurements? Will they change over time or after washing?

Some variation may occur in the sizing of a garment made of natural fibres. However, the knitwear has good elasticity and it adapts to your body’s shape during the first days of wear. The product will keep its measurements well.

When in doubt with choosing the right size, please contact us. Our customer service will be happy to help you!

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.

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.

Delivery methods and shipping costs

Free Standard Shipping for orders over 200€. All the orders are shipped from Finland. EU customers are free of any customs or duties.

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

Denmark, Sweden
PostNord 2-4 working days 5 €
DHL Express 1-4 working days 30 €

Germany, Belgium, Netherlands
GLS, 3-5 working days 5 €
DHL Express 1-4 working days 30 €

Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain
GLS, 3-6  working days 10 €
DHL Express, 2-4 working days 30 €

Switzerland, Norway

GLS, 3-5 working days 10 €
DHL Express, 2-3 days 30€

Please note that when ordering outside the EU, you are responsible for possible duties / taxes when receiving the products. 

United States and Canada

DHL Express, 35 € 3-5 business days.

Please note that when ordering outside the EU, you are responsible for possible duties / taxes when receiving the products. 

UK

GLS 5-6 working days 10 €
DHL Express, 2-3 days 30€

Due to recent changes in UK import VAT rules after Brexit we only deliver orders exceeding 135 pounds to UK

Please note that when ordering outside the EU, you are responsible for possible duties / taxes when receiving the products. Duties and taxes are NOT included in the shipping costs. Please refer to your local custom officials to calculate these costs for your order.

Finland

Posti packet delivery 1-2 days – 5 €
Matkahuolto packet delivery 1-2 days – 5 €
Matkahuolto home delivery 1-2 days – 10 €
Pickup from Alpa store (Helsinki, Tampere, Jyväskylä)  – Free

Please note that when ordering outside the EU, you are responsible for possible duties / taxes when receiving the products. Duties and taxes are NOT included in the shipping costs. Please refer to your local custom officials to calculate these costs for your order. Value added tax 25.5% is deducted from your order total automatically.

Rest of the world

Contact customer service info@alpaknitwear.com for shipment details. We are happy to arrange it to you!

Duties & Taxes:

Please note that when ordering outside the EU, your local delivery duties and taxes are NOT included in the shipping costs. Please contact your local custom officials to calculate these costs for your order. Value added tax 25.5% is deducted from your order total automatically.