Les Racines du Ciel

Les Racines du Ciel creates timeless clothing, primarily knitwear made from natural fibres such as alpaca and linen, with an emphasis on sustainability, quality, and responsible practices.

How to care for your knitwear

Wool is a living material, so you need to take good care of it. Alpaca sweaters don't need to be washed often. Avoid wearing the same sweater for too many days in a row to let the fiber breathe.

We recommend washing your sweater inside out by hand in cold water with a very mild detergent. Then rinse and spin gently. You can place it in a terry towel to absorb any remaining water.

To dry, lay the garment flat, away from a source of heat. Never use a tumble-dryer.
Ironing is generally not necessary, but if it is, it should be gentle, and the iron should not be pressed to avoid crushing the knitwear. Ideally, the fabric should be sprayed with a steamer to plump up the fiber.

Pilling

Pilling is a normal process in wool. Pilling is due to excess material. Simply remove it as you go along, by hand or with a cashmere comb, taking care not to deform the knit.

The first pilling parts the knit stabilizes.