Long Cardigan

Merino producers have developed the skills for stockmanship, often over many generations, to ensure productive capacity of their farms is maintained or enhanced, rather than degraded, over time. Farmers and their neighbouring communities have developed a distinctive high country culture of robustness, self-sufficiency and independence, while continuing the careful stewardship of the land.The Merino are hand-shorn of their fibre from September to December, before the intense summer heat. Then they are able to re-grow their fleece for winter to protect against the cold and snow. Merino wool creates a micro-climate next to the skin, providing warmth in the winter cold, yet allowing the body to stay cool during the summer months. It is a breathable fibre, and has the ability to draw moisture away from the skin. It won’t irritate or itch the skin. Merino resists cling and static build up, and reduces garment soiling by repelling liquids, dirt particles and build-up of unpleasant odours. It is very easy to care for – it is machine washable and has outstanding wrinkle recovery

This is a really great and flattering shape. Easy to wear, it is sleeveless and has a simple fold back collar which integrates into the front panel of the cardigan giving fluid complementary lines. The length measured down the middle of the back is approximately 50 inches

Karen Cole Merino is sourced from the beautiful Southern Alps of New Zealand, where the Merino sheep graze in free range conditions on alpine and sub-alpine grasses. A Merino farm is typically 3000-8000 hectares in size, with approximately only three sheep per hectare. In this unique environment, the Merino breed has evolved to produce a remarkable fleece that is renowned for many qualities. At Karen Cole, we believe in the importance of ethical sourcing. We support a supply chain of social and economic sustainability. New Zealand Merino wool is a renewable, sustainable and 100% biodegradable resource. The New Zealand manufacturers comply with NZ Government Department of Labour health and safety workplace regulations. The traceable Merino fibre chain provides assurances that production meets suitable standards for animal welfare, management of the environment and socially responsible practices. Suppliers adhere to a strict no-mulesing policy as part of ensuring the health and welfare of the sheep. Mulesing is a farming procedure commonly used in Australia for the prevention of flystrike disease. Farmers in New Zealand do not use this practice. The network also ensures farmers follow guidelines governing the use and development of land, air and water resources, and soil conservation. Long-term contracts are given to farmers so they can invest in their businesses.

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