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Tenas Knit Mini Dress in Black Merino Wool Cashmere
The Tenas dress showcases the finest Australian wool, transformed by Italian artisans. With flared sleeves and a matching belt to accentuate the waist, this classic silhouette celebrates the fabric's delicate warmth and fluid drape. It's designed to be worn with the Ayala pant or the Circe skirt.
Details:
- 100% Wool (Australia).
- Dying/Weaving/Finishing Italy
This family-owned mill was founded in 1958. Today, it is powered by renewable energy, purifies its wastewater and recycles more than 90% of its waste. They’ve recently developed a system where they were able to decrease 23% of their carbon emissions. They practice the following guidelines: No Mulesing Textile and Health Association - Member Cashmere and Camel Hair Manufacturers Institute - Member ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems RWS certified Organic Content Standard 100% Renewable Energy ZQ- Wool Standaed
This garment was produced at a family-owned Italian factory that was founded in 1952. Positioned in the luxury sector, they use high quality materials and purchase from suppliers with high ethical standards. Currently, they’re experimenting with recycled yarns to improve ecological impact. They have solar panels to supply renewable energy, they treat their wastewater, and they recycle approximately 90% of production waste.
Blended fibers take on properties of the joining counterparts to achieve uniquely desirable characteristics.
Wool is a renewable fiber; one sheep can produce 4-5 pounds of wool per year. Wool provides warmth by trapping heat, while simultaneously transporting moisture away from the body so skin stays dry and comfortable. It is naturally antimicrobial, so it resists odors and rarely needs washing. Its exceptional durability allows for long garment lifespan, and it can biodegrade when disposed into right soil conditions.
Cashmere is one of the most luxurious wools, with desirable drape, softness and wrinkle resistance. It is up to three times more insulating than regular wool, with lofty fibers that can be tightly knit into warm and lightweight fabric. Like all wool, it wicks moisture and allows skin to breathe. Cashmere is considered hypoallergenic, since it doesn’t have lanolin. While more delicate than other wool, cashmere garments will not lose their shape if properly cared for. This is due to the fiber’s natural stretch that allows garment to move with you and recover.