GARDEN tunic, graphite
70 % Premium Baby Alpaca, 30 % Mulberry silk
- A tunic-length, thin, and lightweight knit with side slits
- The knit is durable and fabric-like, yet still soft
- Wear it either way: the V-neckline can also be worn at the back
- Fitted shoulders and slightly narrow, elbow-length sleeves
- Heathered, very dark tone of black
Garden is unbeatable in versatility. It’s perfect for those slow Sunday mornings, but can be transformed into an elegant top by wearing the V-neckline at the back – just style it with a belt, tailored trousers, and a matching bag and you’re ready for night at the theatre.
Garden is designed to be paired with Grass trousers and is made from the same knit type: the finest silk-alpaca yarn in our collection, knitted using the exceptionally dense and durable Combined Knitting technique.
The blonde model in the studio photos is 175 cm tall and wears size S.
| Color: Graphite |
Garden is a tunic-length silk-alpaca sweater that sits stylishly between casual and polished. It is designed to be paired with Grass trousers but is effortlessly versatile and easy to style with any bottom.
You can also wear Garden with the V-neckline at the back, adding an unexpected twist to the design. In this case, the front features a beautiful boat neckline.
The hem of the sweater is straight and loose, extending well below the hips. Side slits provide extra ease of movement. The relaxed hemline is balanced by a well-fitted shoulder line and a relatively narrow sleeve length that reaches the elbow.
Garden is knitted from the thinnest silk-alpaca yarn in our collection (comparable to the Swan cardigan). However, the knit is made using the Combined Knitting technique, which makes the sweater exceptionally durable and dense. As a result, it is both thin and lightweight while also being long-lasting and incredibly smooth against the skin.
Responsibly made in Northern Europe. Designer: Ainomaria Haataja.
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.
Standard sizing. We recommend choosing the size you usually wear. If you prefer a more relaxed fit, consider selecting one size up. Exact measurements for each size are provided in the measurement diagram.
You can also use the smart Fitle size assistant, which estimates your body measurements based on the information you provide. If you know your exact measurements, you can get an accurate size recommendation by comparing them with the product-specific body measurement chart available in Fitle. You can find the Fitle size assistant on the product page under “What is my size?”.
There is always slight variation in the measurements of products made from natural fibers, which is completely normal. However, knitwear has good flexibility and adapts to your body after a few wears.
Our knitwear does not stretch or shrink in the wash when washed according to the care instructions.
When in doubt with choosing the right size, please contact us. Our customer service will be happy to help you at info@alpaknitwear.com
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.
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