Lothlorian Serene Vest - Possum Merino

Product Description

Step out in our luxurious Lothlorian New Zealand made Possum Merino 9788 Serene Vest.

9788 - Lothlorian Serene Vest. Simple yet versatile, this crew neck vest features an extended shoulder line and side splits to flatter any shape. Layer it over shirts or long-sleeve tees to gain warmth without adding bulk to your outfit. This classic vest will be one of your wardrobe staples across all the seasons. We have combined the qualities and natural warmth of fine Merino Wool with the softness of Possum fur and added a little nylon.  Now you can enjoy the luxury of wearing this exclusive garment.

50% Merino Lambswool, 40% Possum fur, 10% Nylon.

Features:

• Crew neck vest featuring an extended shoulder line.
• Side splits.
• New Zealand made.

Lothlorian Women's Size Conversion Guide: 

Please Note - Measurements for the Chest are one side only, double this measurement for the entire circumference. Measurements for the Body and Sleeve are taken from the nape of the neck.

For more information on how to measure see our Lothlorian Garment Measuring Diagram.

About Possum Merino

Once you’ve tried it you will be converted as nothing else will feel as warm and soft. Possum Merino is a wonderful blend of possum fur and superfine micron Merino wool. It is luxuriously soft, incredibly lightweight, exceptionally warm and comfortable to wear. It will not wrinkle or pill and it is anti static.

The possum fur fibre is incredibly insulating due to it's hollow nature and provides exceptional thermal warmth without weight. Research has shown that it is 55% warmer than Merino and 35% warmer than cashmere.

Superfine micron Merino wool is renowned for its softness, all-seasons breathability and easy care durability. It will not irritate your skin like coarser wool can and it combines beautifully with possum fur to create garments of exceptional warmth and quality that are incredibly good value.

Care Instructions

Please follow those on care label attached to the garment. Warm hand wash with a gentle detergent. Warm rinse well. Lay flat to dry in the shade. Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Drycleanable.

Facts about the New Zealand Brushtail Possum

The New Zealand Brushtail Possum is a medium sized marsupial that was introduced into New Zealand from Australia during the mid 1800's. It is from a completely different family to that of the North American Opossum, and it's fur quality is similar to mink. With no natural predators, numbers exploded to approximately 70 million in the 1980s. Possums currently eat about 20,000 tons of native vegetation each night. In addition to this they compete directly with native birds for food and they also eat birds eggs, chicks and insects. Their insatiable appetite threatens the survival of many of our native plants, insects and birds, including our national bird the kiwi.

The Department of Conservation spends many millions of dollars each year on trapping and controversial poisoning campaigns in attempts to control the pest. In addition, the possum fur industry helps to keep the possum numbers down. Current research shows that due to twenty five years of control, possum numbers have dropped to approximately 40 million. However, with New Zealand's favourable climatic conditions possums are able to breed twice a year and numbers could rapidly increase once again.

Style code: 9788