Alpaca & Wool Ribbed Comfort Socks – Australian Made (45% Alpaca)
Description
Everyday luxury for your feet. These Australian Made alpaca and wool ribbed socks are soft, warm and breathable, with a relaxed comfort top that doesn't squeeze.
Soft from the moment you slip them on
Our Australian Alpaca Barn Baby Alpaca Ribbed Socks are designed to keep your feet warm, dry and comfortable. They combine the natural performance of alpaca fibre with the durability and warmth of wool for all-day comfort.
Naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, alpaca fibre helps reduce odour while keeping feet comfortably dry and insulated, without unnecessary bulk.
A comfort top with no tight elastic
The gentle comfort top features no tight elastic, providing a relaxed fit that's ideal for sensitive feet and for anyone seeking superior everyday comfort.
Why you'll love them
- Soft and luxurious: an alpaca and wool blend with exceptional softness.
- Naturally warm and breathable: insulation without the bulk.
- Moisture-wicking: helps feet stay dry and comfortable.
- Helps reduce odour: natural fibres keep socks fresher for longer.
- Naturally hypoallergenic: soft and gentle on the skin.
- Gentle comfort top: no tight elastic, so there's no pinching or restriction.
- May assist diabetics: the relaxed, non-restrictive top suits anyone who needs a looser fit.
- Australian Made and Owned: proudly 100% Australian.
Perfect for cooler days and cosy nights
This is a slightly thicker sock than our classic dress sock. It's perfect for cooler days, lounging at home or everyday wear, with exceptional softness and an elegant feel.
Good to know: alpaca is a luxury fibre, so these socks are not recommended for high-abrasion use such as work boots.
Details
- Style: Ribbed comfort sock
- Weight: Slightly thicker than our classic dress sock
- Sizes: Medium and Large
- Composition: 45% alpaca, 50% wool, 4% nylon, 1% elastane
- Made in: Australia (Australian Made and Owned)
Size Guide
| Medium | Large | |
|---|---|---|
| Ladies UK | 8–11 | – |
| Mens UK | 7–10 | 10–13 |
| Euro | 40–45 | 46–51 |
| Foot length | 25–29cm | 30–35cm |
Quick tip: Measure your foot from heel to longest toe and match it to the foot length row. Large is available in men's sizing only.
Please choose carefully, as socks cannot be exchanged.
Care
- Short, warm wash on a medium cycle
- Wash with similar colours
- May be tumble dried warm
- Do not bleach
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. Alpaca is smooth, supple and silky against the skin.
Give them a short, warm wash on a medium cycle with similar colours. It is best if you air dry but you can tumble dry them warm. Please don't use bleach.
Natural fibres like alpaca move moisture away from your skin and let air circulate, so they tend to feel drier and more comfortable than many synthetic socks. Our socks do include some nylon and Lycra for strength and stretch, but the main fibres are natural like baby alpaca.
The content of each of our Australian made socks is slightly different, check the content listed above.
They're proudly made in Australia, using fine Australian merino from reputable Victorian graziers who care about animal welfare. Solar electricity is used to make every second pair.
Following the care instructions (a short, warm wash, tumble dry on warm only, and no bleach) helps your socks keep their shape and softness.
Check the size guide above and match your foot length (heel to longest toe) to the chart. Small suits UK ladies 3–8 and UK mens 4.5–7. Medium suits UK ladies 8–11 and UK mens 7–10. Large suits UK mens 10–13. If you're between sizes, size up for a roomier fit or down for a snugger one.
Yes. The comfort top holds the sock in place without a tight band, so they stay put without digging in.
The non-tight comfort top is designed to stay up without squeezing or restricting circulation, so these socks may suit people who prefer a looser fit, including diabetics. For personal medical advice, please check with your health professional.
Yes. Alpaca fibre is fine and breathable, and the microscopic air pockets in it help balance temperature, so your feet aren't stuck feeling hot and stuffy. These socks also help draw moisture away from the skin, which keeps feet fresher on warm days.
Merino is a soft, fine wool from sheep and is well known for being comfortable and breathable. Alpaca is a silky fibre with a smooth feel and tiny air pockets that help with temperature balance. Together they make a sock that's soft, cosy and comfortable in more than one season.
Baby alpaca is naturally lanolin-free, but this sock also contains merino wool, so it may not suit anyone with a specific lanolin or wool sensitivity. If you're unsure, check with your health professional.
Yes. They're a crew sock that keeps your feet comfortable in cooler weather and breathes well when it's warm, so they work through every season.
Yes. These socks come in compostable packaging.