Black Ribbed Alpaca Gloves

Fingerless gloves allow you to maintain style without sacrificing functionality. Complete with an open top for fingers and side slit for thumbs. The ribbed design keeps hands and wrists warm. Pair with a matching ear warmer headband! Alpaca fiber is considered by the fashion industry to be one the greenest, most natural and softest fibers in the world. It is prized for its unique silky and luxurious feel and has a lesser tendency to pilling. These gloves are made on a hand knitting machine by a weaving collective in Peru. This artisan group has 80 small to midsize workshops located throughout Peru. Through their textile production, they strive to create awareness and preserve Peruvian culture. They develop annual collections according to market trends and supports the growth of artisans with technical assistance, training and loans. This transforms weavers into entrepreneurs. Material: 43% Baby Alpaca, 43% Wool + 14% Polyamide Measurements: L 6" + 2" Thumb slit Unisex Fair Trade