An alpaca wool throw air drying on a clothing rack ... Photo: Daniela Gorny Many wool blankets are “dry clean only,” but the ones we recommend can go in the washing machine.

I’ve cycled through lots of top-notch cold-weather running gear, but last winter, I discovered a new favorite weapon against freezing temps: alpaca wool. Yep, these adorable animals are good for ...

If you’re looking for a more lifestyle, cozy piece, either will work, but if you want the alpaca wool to work its wonders, opt for the higher percentage. Beyond its top-notch products ...

Alpaca wool is hypoallergenic as it contains no lanolin and allows treatments that don’t require extremely high temperatures or harsh chemicals when cleaning. Like sheep, alpacas get sheared for ...