SOFTNESS BEYOND COMPARE
Finer than cashmere, vicuña offers exquisite softness and a delicate, weightless feel.
100% Vicuña Crewneck Sweater
$1,000.00
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$4,950.00
Traditional retail
Crafted from what is truly the world’s rarest and most exquisite fiber, our 100% Vicuña Crewneck Sweater embodies the pinnacle of natural luxury. Made in Peru from undyed yarn and sourced from vicuñas shorn every two to three years. Each limited piece is individually numbered and fully traceable, ensuring authenticity from the Andes to your hands. Meticulously knitted in small batches, it’s an heirloom of exceptional softness and enduring rarity.
Also available in Men’s—for those who appreciate the extraordinary.
DETAILS
- Crafted from 100% pure vicuña wool, the world’s rarest natural fiber
- Ultra-fine yarn provides remarkable insulation with a featherweight feel
- 11–13 micron thickness, 16-gauge knit, and 22mm fiber length for an exceptionally soft and silky handfeel
- Undyed yarn reveals the fiber’s authentic golden-brown hue—pure, rich, and entirely natural
- Each limited piece is individually numbered and certified by the Peruvian government for full traceability
- Ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem
- Crafted by expert artisans in Peru
SIZE & FIT
- Model is 5'9" and wearing a size small
CARE
- Please dry clean only, we recommend a mild dry cleaning service.
- If ironing is required, use the lowest heat setting with no steam.
- We recommend giving your piece a day of rest between wears to let the fibers naturally regain their shape and softness.
- To preserve the beauty of your vicuña garment, we recommend storing it folded and away from direct light, and take care to avoid contact with rough surfaces.
- Vicuña authenticity label is hand-stitched on the main label, and can be easily removed for safekeeping without damaging the garment.
The world’s rarest fiber
Vicuña is the world’s rarest and most coveted natural fiber—sourced from wild herds in the Andes and gently shorn by hand only every two to three years. This careful, humane process yields enough for a single sweater, preserving both species and tradition.
The lightest luxury
Featherlight yet remarkably warm, vicuña’s hollow fibers trap air for natural insulation and breathability. The result is effortless comfort and temperature regulation—warm in winter, cool in mild climates, and softer than any other natural fiber.
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ETHICALLY SOURCED
Native to the Andes, vicuñas roam freely and are gently shorn under protection laws.
TRACEABLE BY DESIGN
Each limited piece is individually numbered and certified by the Peruvian government for authenticity and complete traceability.
NATURAL BEAUTY
Undyed and chemical-free, each garment reveals the fiber’s rich, golden-brown hue in its purest form.
100% Pure VicuñaCrafted from the world’s rarest natural fiber for a feel lighter than air and softer than cashmere
Made in PeruCrafted by expert artisans and certified by the Peruvian government for full traceability
The Gift of LuxuryPresented in a bespoke box designed to feel as refined and enduring as the piece inside
ALL YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
1. Why is Vicuña considered so precious?
1. Why is Vicuña considered so precious?
Vicuña is known as the “fiber of the gods” for its rarity and unmatched softness. These wild animals, native to the high Andes, produce only a small amount of ultra-fine fleece — roughly half a pound every few years. Because vicuñas are protected by strict conservation laws, they can only be gently shorn under supervision. Each stage of production — from hand gathering and sorting to careful finishing — is highly specialized and time-intensive. The result is one of the world’s most precious natural fibers: light as air, naturally lustrous, and incredibly soft against the skin.
2. How is Vicuña traceable?
2. How is Vicuña traceable?
Vicuña fiber is protected under the CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) certification system, which tightly regulates its collection and trade. Each stage — from shearing to export — is verified and documented by the Peruvian government, ensuring the fiber is sourced only from approved, ethical community programs. This process guarantees both animal welfare and authenticity.
Every Quince Vicuña garment includes a hand-stitched authenticity label, confirming it is made from 100% certified Vicuña fiber. The label can be carefully removed and kept for safekeeping without harming the garment.
3. What’s the best way to care for my Vicuña sweater?
3. What’s the best way to care for my Vicuña sweater?
Your Vicuña piece deserves the same care you’d give a cherished heirloom. Please dry clean only, using a gentle, high-quality service. If pressing is needed, use the lowest heat setting and avoid steam. We recommend giving your sweater a day of rest between wears, allowing the delicate fibers to recover their natural loft and shape. To keep it looking pristine, store it folded and away from direct light, and avoid brushing against rough surfaces that may cause snags.
4. How often should you clean a Vicuña sweater?
4. How often should you clean a Vicuña sweater?
Vicuña’s natural properties make it resistant to odor and soil, so frequent cleaning isn’t necessary — and can even shorten its lifespan. For most wearers, once or twice per season is plenty. Between cleanings, let the garment air out in a cool, dry place to keep it feeling fresh and soft. Over-washing or excessive handling can reduce the fiber’s natural luster, so less is truly more.
5. What’s the best way to store a Vicuña sweater?
5. What’s the best way to store a Vicuña sweater?
Always fold your Vicuña sweater, rather than hanging it, to maintain its shape. Place it in a breathable cotton bag or box, away from sunlight and humidity. Add cedar blocks or lavender sachets to protect from moths.