Possum Merino Two Tone Poncho

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Possum Merino Two Tone Poncho

$199.00

A favourite knitted poncho designed for comfort and easy style, finished with contrast-colour tipping around the edges. Many ways to wear it.

Wear it straight, off one shoulder or with the point at the front, over a knit or a dress, and keep it in your bag for cool summer evenings.

50% ZQ+ merino wool, 40% brushtail possum fur, 10% mulberry silk.

One size, relaxed fit with arm split. Cut for comfort and style.

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About Possum Merino

What do you get when you blend superfine merino wool with fibres from the brushtail possum? A fabric that is warmer than cashmere, exceptionally soft and surprisingly lightweight. Odour-resistant and gentle on the skin, it's the kind of fabric you reach for on a cold morning and don't want to take off.

Insulating

Lightweight

Non-irritating

Antimicrobial

Exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio
Designed for everyday luxury

This carefully balanced blend delivers impressive warmth while remaining lightweight and comfortable against the skin. The addition of silk enhances durability and helps garments maintain their shape over time.

Possum merino combines exceptional warmth with a remarkably lightweight feel. Naturally breathable and odour resistant, it can often be aired between wears rather than washed frequently.

When washing is required, a gentle hand wash or wool cycle will help preserve the loft, softness and insulating qualities of the fibres. Always refer to the care label attached to your garment

Designed with a little extra room through the body for an effortless, comfortable fit.

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.

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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Warmth from within

Possum merino gets its exceptional warmth from the brushtail possum's hollow fibres. Tiny air pockets act as a natural layer of insulation, trapping heat close to the body without adding bulk. Blended with fine merino wool, the result is an incredibly soft fabric that delivers serious warmth in a surprisingly lightweight package.

Built to last

Unlike coarser fibres that tangle and knot with wear, possum fibres are smooth making them more resistant to pilling, allowing you to enjoy your garment season after season.

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Possum Merino is a uniquely New Zealand blend combining the hollow fibre of brushtail possum fur with fine Merino wool and a touch of silk. This blend is incredibly warm, lightweight, and pill-resistant. It's also an eco-friendly choice—brushtail possums are an introduced pest in New Zealand, so using their fibre helps protect native forests.

The Australian brushtail possum (not to be confused with the American opossum) was introduced to New Zealand in 1837. With no natural predators, numbers grew rapidly reaching an estimated 70 million by the 1980s. The impact on New Zealand's native environment has been significant, with possums threatening the survival of native birds, plants and insects.

Trapping and pest control programmes have helped reduce numbers, and the possum fur industry plays an important role in keeping populations in check. The use of possum fur is supported by both the New Zealand Department of Conservation and the World Wildlife Fund. Choosing possum merino is a small but meaningful contribution to that effort.

Possum Merino is naturally pill-resistant due to the smooth, hollow structure of possum fibre. Some initial light pilling may occur in high-friction areas during the first few wears, but this typically settles quickly. Gentle hand washing and proper storage will keep your garment looking its best for years.

Avoid spraying fragrances directly onto garments as this can attract moths.
In between use, and certainly out of season, store your Possum/Merino/Silk knitwear in storage bags or containers.
Some recommend storing your knitwear with cedar blocks, or wiping your drawers with a cloth infused with cedar essential oil, as the scent of cedar repels moths.
Employ the use of Clothes Moth traps in the room you store your knitwear. These can usually be found at hardware or garden centres.
If you start to notice small holes in your garment, place it in a compression bag in the freezer for 1 week. This will ensure all moth larvae wont be able to survive.

Hand wash gently in lukewarm water using a wool-safe detergent. Do not wring or twist. Roll in a clean towel to remove excess moisture, then reshape and lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight. Avoid tumble drying and ironing. Store folded rather than hung to maintain the garment's shape over time.

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