Merino Cotton Knit Short Sleeve V-Neck

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Royal Merino

Merino Cotton Knit Short Sleeve V-Neck

NZ$112.17

Soft and breathable short sleeve knit with a versatile V-neckline, knitted in natural fibre organic cotton and Merino blend.

Ideal for wearing in the shoulder seasons or cooler summer days. Easily dressed up or down.

70% Organic Cotton, 30% superfine Merino

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About Merino Cotton

Merino and cotton each do something well, and together they do more. Merino regulates temperature and naturally resists odour, while cotton brings softness and easy care. Lighter against the skin than pure merino, it makes an easy base layer as well as comfortable sleepwear.

Temperature regulating

Breathable

Lightweight

Moisture wicking

Non-irritating

Made from 100% extra fine merino wool
Soft, breathable and lightweight
Naturally temperature regulating
Comfortable across the seasons

Royal Merino's classic knitwear is crafted from premium extra fine merino wool selected for its softness and everyday comfort.

Merino wool is naturally temperature regulating, breathable and soft against the skin. Its odour-resistant fibres often require less frequent washing than synthetic alternatives.

Cool water and a gentle wool wash will help maintain the softness and performance of the fibre. Always refer to the care label attached to your garment.

A timeless fit with comfortable proportions, designed for everyday ease and versatility.

We dispatch every order from Nelson, New Zealand with tracked delivery, and your local postal service completes the final leg. Delivery times vary by destination, and customs processing can add a few extra days.
Our prices are in New Zealand dollars and don't include New Zealand GST. They also don't include import duties, taxes or handling fees charged in your country. If these apply, they're set by your local authorities and payable by you before or on delivery. If your parcel is genuinely lost in transit, we'll replace or refund it.

Orders within New Zealand are sent by trusted courier services with full tracking and insurance included. We'll send tracking details as soon as your order leaves us, so you can keep an eye on its progress.
GST is included in all New Zealand prices. If your parcel is genuinely lost in transit, we'll replace or refund it.

If your purchase isn't quite right, you can return it within six months for an exchange, replacement or refund. Simply return it in as-new condition with its original tags and packaging.

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Classic Merino

100% extra fine merino
Soft, breathable and lightweight
An easy layer for any season

Royal Merino's classic knits are made from extra fine merino chosen for softness and everyday wear. Breathable and temperature regulating, they're versatile pieces that settle in for the long term.

About Royal Merino

Royal Merino specialises in premium New Zealand-made knitwear crafted exclusively from superfine merino wool. Using carefully selected merino fibres and modern knitting technology, the brand creates garments that are lightweight, breathable and exceptionally comfortable to wear. Proudly made in Aotearoa New Zealand, Royal Merino combines timeless design with the natural performance of one of the world's finest fibres

All warmth, no itch

Merino wool is valued for its ability to naturally regulate temperature, helping keep you comfortable in both cool and warm conditions.

Its ultra-fine fibres are soft against the skin, while its breathable structure helps manage moisture and resist odour build-up. Because merino naturally stays fresher for longer, garments often need less washing than synthetic alternatives.

When cleaning is required, gentle care will help preserve the fibre's softness and performance.

Care Instructions

Please refer to the care label attached to your garment. Wash in cool water using a wool-safe detergent, either by hand or on a gentle wool cycle. Reshape while damp and dry away from direct heat. Do not tumble dry unless stated on the garment label.

Hand wash

Gentle machine wash

Mild detergent

Air dry

Do not tumble dry

Women's Body Size Guide (cm)

Order by your body measurements. These are not garment measurements.

Size to order	XS	S	M	L	XL	2XL
Bust (cm)	87	92	98	104	110	117
Waist (cm)	71	76	82	88	94	101
Hip (cm)	97	102	108	114	120	127

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How to measure

Measure yourself rather than a garment. Use a flexible tape measure over underwear or close-fitting clothing, keeping it level and snug but not tight. Royal Merino sizing is generous, so if you fall between two sizes or prefer a more fitted look, order the smaller.

Bust - Measure around the widest part of your bust, with your arms by your side.
Waist - Measure around the smallest part of your waist, with your arms by your side.
Hip - Measure around the widest part of your hips, with your feet together.

Delivery & Shipping

We carefully pack and dispatch all orders from Nelson, New Zealand.

Tracking details are emailed once your order has been dispatched.
Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location and order size.
Most New Zealand orders arrive within 1–3 business days. International delivery times vary by destination.
Rural deliveries and customs processing may add additional time.
If your parcel is delayed or you need assistance, our customer service team is happy to help.

Payments, Currencies & Taxes

We offer secure online payments in NZD, AUD, GBP and USD. Your delivery address sets the currency you pay in and the taxes that apply.

Orders are processed once payment has been received and confirmed.
New Zealand prices include 15% GST.
Australian prices include 10% GST.
UK prices include VAT. On orders over £135 before VAT, VAT is paid on delivery instead, so we take it off at checkout.
US prices include US tariffs and import taxes.
Prices for other countries are in NZD and don't include New Zealand GST. Local duties, taxes or handling fees may apply and are payable by the recipient.

If you need to make changes to your order, please contact us as soon as possible and we'll do our best to assist before dispatch. If you have any questions about taxes, duties or shipping to your country, our team is always happy to help.

Our quality guarantee

We carefully select products made from premium natural fibres and stand behind their quality.

Every product we sell is guaranteed. If something is faulty, damaged or isn't what you ordered, contact us at returns@nznature.co.nz and we'll put it right. A photo helps us sort it quickly.

If you have any concerns about a product, we're always here to help.

Returns, exchanges & refunds

We understand that sometimes a product isn't quite right.

Return within six months of your order date.
Items should come back As New, with tags and original packaging. Try something on as you would in a shop, but not worn beyond that.
Return postage is at your own cost. We don't charge you postage to send a replacement out.
Refunds go to your original payment method. The original delivery charge isn't included.
For an exchange of the same value it's a straight swap. Where the values differ, we refund your card and recharge for the new item.
Clearance items have a shorter window, and seconds and a few personal hygiene products can't be returned for change of mind. Where this applies, it's noted on the product page.

Please enclose the returns form that came with your order. If you're unsure about sizing or fit before you order, get in touch and we'll help you choose.

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Merino Cotton Knit Short Sleeve V-Neck

The best of both

A blend works when each fibre covers what the other can't. Merino regulates temperature and stays fresh between washes, but on its own it can be more than you need on a mild night, and it asks for more care in the wash. Cotton is soft and easy to live with, but it holds onto moisture and does little for you once the temperature shifts.

Together they settle somewhere more useful than either. The merino keeps the fabric working as conditions change and keeps it fresher for longer. The cotton lightens the handle, adds stability, and makes the garment straightforward to look after. Most of our merino cotton is an even 50/50 blend, so both fibres are doing real work rather than one making up the numbers.

Which is why it suits the things worn closest to you. Sleepwear that holds a steady temperature through the night, rather than leaving you too warm at midnight and cold by morning. Everyday layers that sit comfortably under everything else without adding bulk.

Soft from the first wear, easy in the wash, and quietly good at almost everything.

FAQs

Everything you need to know about choosing, wearing and caring for natural fibres, plus our sizing, exchanges and delivery.

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Organic cotton is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers, from seed that hasn't been genetically modified. To wear, it feels much the same as conventional cotton—the difference sits with the soil, the water and the people growing it. Several of our cotton products are certified organic, and the product page will tell you which.

A little, usually in the first wash and mostly in length. Washing warm rather than hot, and drying flat or on the line, keeps it to a minimum—tumble drying on high causes most of the shrinkage people notice. If you're unsure about a particular item, the composition is listed on the product page, or email sales@nznature.co.nz and we'll check for you.

Many are, and the product page tells you which. Anything made here carries an 'NZ Made' tag — that includes our Merino from Weft and Essence Lingerie, our sheepskin slippers and boots from EB Tolley and Furmoo, and skincare from Nude Kiwi.

Some of our range is made offshore, and we're upfront about that. Silk and bamboo, for example, aren't fibres produced in New Zealand, so those garments are made overseas to our specification. We're a New Zealand company and we make here wherever we sensibly can.

If you want to know the origin of a specific item, look for the NZ Made tag on the product page, or ask us and we'll tell you.

The softness of merino wool comes down to the fineness of its fibres. That fineness is measured in microns one thousandth of a millimetre. The lower the micron count, the finer and softer the fibre. Standard wool typically measures between 30 and 40 microns. By contrast, merino measures between 15 and 24 microns.

Coarser fibres are rigid enough to prick the skin rather than bend against it, causing an itchy sensation. Finer fibres, like merino, are soft enough to flex on contact, so they sit gently against the skin without irritation.

Within merino, there's even more variation. Our superfine merino sits between 17 and 18.5 microns. It's exceptionally soft and well suited to everyday wear. Our ultrafine merino measures below 17 microns. It's rarer, more expensive and closer in feel to cashmere.

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