Merino
Wool from the merino sheep, with very fine fibers that hardly itch. Merino balances temperature, absorbs moisture and picks up little odor. Finely knitted, it suits sweaters, knit polos and Henleys that are worn directly on the skin or under the sport coat.
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Related terms
- Knit poloPolo made of knit instead of jersey, in cotton for summer or in merino for the cooler months.
- Crewneck sweaterFine-knit sweater with a round neckline, usually made of merino.
- TurtleneckSweater with a high collar that is folded over double and lies against the neck.
- BeanieKnitted cap, best made of merino or cashmere, ribbed and with a folded cuff.
- WorstedWool whose fibers are combed and aligned in parallel before spinning.
- FrescoWorsted in an open plain weave made of highly twisted yarns.