Is the Thatcher Sweater itchy?

Baby alpaca is much softer than standard wool, and the 7% wool share is small. Most people find alpaca blends comfortable against skin, though sensitive wearers may still want a layer underneath.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash in cool water with a gentle detergent, then press out water and dry flat. Do not wring or hang it, and keep it out of the dryer, or the knit will stretch and felt.

Does it run true to size?

It is offered in XS through XXL, but no fit data is available. Alpaca knits tend to relax slightly with wear, so choose the smaller size if you are between two.

Alpaca fibers are short and tend to work loose, so some pilling and shedding is likely, especially under the arms and where a bag rubs. A fabric comb removes pills.

It is 70% baby alpaca, 23% polyamide and 7% wool. The polyamide adds strength and shape retention; the wool adds resilience.

Is it warm enough for winter?

Yes for most climates as a mid-layer. Alpaca insulates well for its weight, but it is a knit sweater, not a coat, so pair it with an outer layer in deep cold.

Where is the Thatcher Sweater cheapest?

At Avenue 550, for $57.99, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the Thatcher Sweater

The Thatcher Sweater is a women's pullover knit in a baby alpaca blend: 70% baby alpaca, 23% polyamide and 7% wool. That fiber mix gives it a soft, warm hand with a light halo, and the polyamide adds structure so it holds its shape better than pure alpaca knits. It comes in one color, taupe, in sizes XS through XXL. It suits shoppers who want a warm, low-itch sweater for layering, and it competes with cashmere and merino blends on warmth and softness rather than on color choice.