Rare

Vicuña fur can be closest compared to cashmere. However, it is much softer and rarer than cashmere and considered a better quality fabric, hence it being 10 times the price. Acquiring vicuña fur also requires a special license and can only be obtained through ethical and sustainable means as they are a protected and endangered species. Vicuñas produce around half a kilo of fur every 3 years, making their fur extremely rare and valuable. Their fur is extremely light and even finer than that of an alpaca. Their fur is 13-15 microns compared to alpacas which are 17-22, making their fur even softer. Their fur is used to make scarves, coats, jumpers and cardigans and is extremely warm and comfortable.