Wool

Our collection of wool fabrics is crafted to perform—each blend is thoughtfully developed to offer distinct benefits like softness, breathability, flexibility, and temperature regulation. Merino wool naturally offers excellent insulation and moisture-wicking properties, making it a reliable choice for comfort in all seasons.

Mulesing-free

All merino wool used is 100% mulesing-free, documented as mulesing-free, and 99% of our wool is sourced from South Africa. Mulesing is less common in South Africa due to the following reasons:


Breed Differences:

South African farmers typically raise Merino sheep with lower wrinkle skin or crossbreeds that are less susceptible to flystrike.

This reduces the need for invasive procedures like mulesing.


Climate:

The drier climate in much of South Africa means fewer flies and less risk of flystrike, a condition that mulesing is used to prevent.


Market Incentives:

South African wool producers benefit from marketing their wool as non-mulesed, especially to premium international buyers (e.g. in Europe and Japan).

Breathable

Merino wool is hygroscopic, meaning it can absorb moisture vapour. It can absorb up to 30% of its own weight in water without feeling wet. This makes it ideal for regulating body moisture, as it transports sweat away from the skin while remaining dry to the touch. This breathability makes it comfortable during both rest and activity, and in both warm and cold environments.

Stabilises body temperature

Wool fibres have a naturally crimped structure that traps air and provides insulation. This structure slows heat transfer and helps maintain a consistent body temperature. Whether the surroundings are cold or warm, the wool adapts, helping to keep the wearer comfortable. Even when moist, wool continues to insulate due to an exothermic reaction that releases heat, as moisture is absorbed. It also works to balance humidity by moving moisture outward, maintaining thermal comfort.

Soft and non-itchy

Merino wool is exceptionally fine—ranging from 17.5 to 21.5 microns—making it far softer than traditional wool types. The fineness allows the fibres to bend easily, reducing the scratchy feel associated with thicker wool. 

Our Wool Blends

Explore our carefully selected wool blends—each crafted to offer the right balance of softness, breathability, and performance for everyday comfort.

Merino wool

This product is made with 100% merino wool. Merino wool has an amazing ability to adjust the temperature in a natural way. Our merino wool is made from an extra soft quality, making it incredibly comfortable to wear. Wool from NAME IT is always mulesing-free.

  • Tightly structured and smooth surface
  • Durable and holds its shape well through wash and wear
  • Functions well as light activewear or sport base layer
  • Naturally insulating and breathable
Merino wool & cotton

This product is made with a minimum of 20% merino wool. Merino wool has many great qualities for children of all ages and adjusts the temperature in a natural way. The styles have the warmth of the wool as well as the softness of the cotton – particularly good for sensitive skin. Wool from NAME IT is always mulesing-free.

  • Cotton layer faces inward, wool faces outward
  • Suitable for children with wool sensitivity, allergies, or eczema
  • Compact interlock structure retains shape
  • Great for use as soft activewear or casual layering
Merino wool & modal

This blend combines merino’s warmth with modal’s silky softness and excellent drape, giving a smooth touch on the skin.

  • Subtle, smooth rib with natural elasticity
  • Modal adds a luxurious, soft touch to the already fine merino base
  • Excellent moisture regulation and body temperature balance
  • Ideal for children who tend to feel warm—suitable for both summer and winter use
Merino wool & viscose

This product is made with a minimum of 20% merino wool. Merino wool has many great qualities for children of all ages and adjusts the temperature in a natural way. The styles have the warmth of the wool as well as the softness of the viscose made of bamboo fibres – particularly good for sensitive skin. Wool from NAME IT is always mulesing-free.

  • Viscose inner layer, wool outer layer
  • Hypoallergenic, antibacterial, and naturally breathable
  • High moisture absorption and temperature control
  • Excellent for summer/winter use and children with eczema
Certified merino wool

The main material in this product is made with a minimum of 20% certified merino wool, where animal welfare has been respected. Merino wool has an amazing ability to adjust the temperature in a natural way. Our merino wool is made from an extra soft quality, making it incredibly comfortable to wear. Wool from NAME IT is always mulesing-free.

  • Certified merino wool where animal welfare has been respected
  • Tightly structured with a smooth surface
  • Durable and holds its shape well through wash and wear
  • Functions well as light activewear or sport base layer
  • Naturally insulating and breathable
Certified merino wool & cotton

The main material in this product is made with a minimum of 20% certified merino wool, where animal welfare has been respected. Merino wool has many great qualities for children of all ages and adjusts to the temperature in a natural way. The styles have the warmth of the wool as well as the softness of the cotton, which is particularly good for sensitive skin. Wool from NAME IT is always mulesing-free.

  • Certified merino wool where animal welfare has been respected
  • Cotton layer faces inward, wool faces outward
  • Suitable for children with wool sensitivity, allergies, or eczema
  • Compact interlock structure retains shape
  • Great for use as soft activewear or casual layering
Merino wool & silk

This product is made with a minimum of 50% merino wool. Merino wool has many great qualities for children of all ages and adjusts the temperature in a natural way. The styles have the warmth of the wool as well as the luxurious and soft quality of the silk – particularly good for sensitive skin. Wool from NAME IT is always mulesing-free.

  • Made with soft signature merino wool and luxurious silk
  • Smooth, delicate surface and a light feel
  • Retains shape after wash despite flexibility in wear
  • Suitable for sensitive skin and active use across seasons