From fibre to final form, possum is one of the softest and warmest yarns we have the pleasure of working with.
In a month-long process that's almost as beautiful as the garments it inspires, our possum fibre is sustainably sourced, then carefully dyed and spun with a luxurious blend of ZQ Merino and silk to create Perino, the yarn you might recognise in our Eclipse knit, Nimbus raglan knit, socks and accessories.
Perino is a premium yarn developed by Woolyarns in Aotearoa, one of the last remaining industrial knitters in Australasia. We are proud to support local craftsmanship and our vibrant yarn industry by working with makers who value heritage, sustainability, innovation and unparalleled quality.
What makes Possum so special?
Perino glides over the skin like a whisper, wrapping you up in its warm embrace. This incomparable softness is thanks to the inclusion of New Zealand Brushtail Possum fibres, offering 50% more warmth than Merino alone. But how?
Made possible by Possum fibre’s hollow core and its ability to trap warmth and naturally insulate while remaining feather-light, breathable and soft to the touch.
Possum fibres' tapered tips and low-scale structure mean garments resist pilling and remain durable. So, when it's used for the unique Perino yarn, the brushtail fibre is raised to the surface, which reduces the chance of pills forming and attaching, and adds that little bit of fluff we can't get enough of.
A dreamy, yet resilient fibre that will move with you, season after season.
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