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WOOLPOWER VEST 400
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A merino wool vest that can be worn in any season
Quality and commitment unchanged for half a century
Östersund is a city in northern Sweden. Woolpower was founded in this beautiful natural area about 50 years ago. Since then, Woolpower has been committed to producing timeless products in its own domestic factories, and is a merino woolwear specialty brand that continues to produce high-quality products by skilled staff with the pride and responsibility of Swedish quality. Woolpower has developed its own fabric, Wolflotte Original, using ultra-fine fibers of 17 to 23 microns, which are considered the highest quality of merino wool. Woolpower has completed woolwear that is not itchy and has excellent heat retention. Once you wear it, you will be captivated by the inherent functionality of wool , such as its soft feel and natural deodorizing effect.
Woolpower's "Wolf Lotte Original"
The fabric "Wolflotte Original" developed by Woolpower in the early 1970s is made of a flat knit on the front and a terry knit on the back, which resembles a towel . Its characteristic is that it can trap a lot of air in the fluffy, looped wool. It is said that "80% of the fabric is air," and the air trapped in the fabric acts as an insulator to prevent heat from escaping, maintaining high heat retention. In addition, it traps excess moisture and water in the loops, making it difficult for it to touch the skin, greatly reducing the discomfort of sweat chills and wetness. It is a representative material of Woolpower, which maintains comfort even during multi-day camping trips and mountain climbing.
A warm and lightweight mid-layer
"Wolflotte 400" is a standard item that is worn as a mid-layer between a base layer that keeps the skin comfortable and a hard shell that provides wind protection, and is especially useful in spring, autumn and winter. It is thicker than base layer fabric, and the dead air trapped inside the terry knit provides high heat retention. It is very light for a material that can take in a lot of air, and is characterized by its low fatigue even when worn for long periods of time. The soft and fluffy feel of the terry knit does not feel the itchiness of wool, making it easy to wear even for those who do not like wool.
* Wolf Lotte's original numerical notation indicates the weight (g) of fabric per 1m2. The higher the number, the thicker the fabric and the better its heat retention.
A vest type that keeps the core of the body warm
The "Vest 400" retains its functionality as a mid-layer, but because it has no sleeves, it is easy to regulate your body temperature when it is hot, and is an easy-to-move-in item that does not interfere with your outerwear. Like the "Full Zip Jacket 400", it has a high neck and a slightly longer length that hides your back when you bend over. The "Woolpower" logo is woven into the neck. The straight line silhouette fits well and is suitable for everyone . This mid-layer is recommended for those who do not want to wear long sleeves but do not want to cool their core, or for those who are sensitive to heat. The vest can be worn lightly regardless of the season, and the temperature can be adjusted by opening and closing the zipper, making it a useful item for town use. As a Swedish brand, it is made to fit the body shape of Scandinavian people, so the sleeves and length may feel a little long. It is recommended that women and slim men in particular choose one size smaller than what they usually wear.
*Please refer to the product image for size details.
The addictive functionality of merino wool
Merino wool is an essential material for outdoor wear. While regular wool fibers are about 30 microns thick, merino wool is very thin, about 17 to 23 microns. This fineness of the fiber makes it smooth to the touch and less itchy. Merino wool is also highly hygroscopic, and has a developed function of releasing excess moisture into the atmosphere, keeping the skin dry. This prevents heat from being taken from the body by naturalized heat, and keeps the body temperature at an appropriate level. Merino wool has natural antibacterial properties, making it difficult for bacteria to adhere to it, and it also has the ability to absorb and neutralize odors, so you can wear it comfortably for several days.
*1 micron = 1/1000 mm
Woolpower's innovations for long-lasting wear
Merino wool is a wonderful material, but it is also a very delicate and weak fiber. It is also true that it is weak against friction and easily develops holes. Woolpower adds a small amount of chemical fiber to this delicate merino wool to create a material with increased strength. Therefore, Woolpower products can be washed without too much care, and even if they do get pilling, it has been proven that the garment itself can be worn for more than 10 years.
*When washing, turn the product inside out and place it in a laundry net before washing. Fabric softener may cause it to shrink.
*The fiber composition varies depending on the product.
Commitment to sustainable and handcrafted products
Each Woolpower garment is sewn from start to finish by a single seamstress, and the product comes with a tag bearing the seamstress' name. Products sent out with such confidence and pride grow into beloved pieces that can be worn for many years to come. In the country of origin, people sometimes show each other their old pilled Woolpower garments and brag about how many pills there are. The timeless design and functionality are supported by many repeat customers who want to wear the garments forever.
*At the Scandinavian Outdoor Awards, which recognize the best products from Scandinavian outdoor brands based on criteria such as functionality, design, and sustainability, Woolpower was named the overall winner for Autumn/Winter 2023-24. The Zip Turtleneck 200, purchased 11 years ago and covered in pilling, was recognized for maintaining its functionality over the years, and for being not only comfortable, but also durable and sustainable.
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