Enka Sweater

Product Details

A foundation piece with endless versatility. With a neat funnel neck and neat fit, the Enka Sweater is crafted from a luxurious alpaca blend yarn that feels as soft as it looks. Ribbed cuffs and hem add a polished touch, whilst a semi-cropped hem allows for easy layering. Whether you choose the soft Ecru, rich Milan Green, or versatile Carbon, this sweater is destined to become a wardrobe staple.

• Soft, lightweight alpaca-merino wool blend knit
• An effortless staple for layering year-round
• Slightly cropped hem
• Easy to style - wear solo or under structured layers
• Designed to sit neatly at the waist for a clean silhouette

Material

40% Recycled Nylon 30% Alpaca 30% Merino Wool

Made in a soft, lightweight, slightly fluffy yarn, Alpaca is a natural animal fibre. It is soft and fluffy, and also helps to maintain warmth. The alpaca fibre in this fabric has been sourced from Peru, where farming these animals has been practiced for centuries.

Nylon is a synthetic, man-made fibre, which is both durable and easy to care for. Unlike its virgin counterpart, this recycled nylon is made from pre-consumer and post-consumer plastic waste which is deconstructed and then remanufactured into a textile fibre.

Merino wool is a natural animal fibre. It is known for maintaining warmth while offering breathability, making it a comfortable fibre for layering. Merino wool is especially fine, creating a soft finish that has a lower likelihood of pilling or causing itchiness. Responsible animal husbandry practices are important for ensuring that sheep are treated with respect. For this reason, we have prioritised sourcing the merino wool fibre in this fabric from farms in Australia that do not practice mulesing.

Maker

Manufacturer: Singtex (Guangdong, China)

Singtex is an experienced knitwear manufacturer who have been making product for ELK for many years. The factory undergoes regular SMETA social compliance audits, which are conducted by a third party and provide transparency into worker wellbeing and wages. 

Size and Fit

The Enka Sweater is a regular fit, designed to sit neatly against the body.

If you prefer a roomier and longer fit, please size up.

All garments are measured flat (not on body) and then doubled (except the length) to calculate the total circumference. To work out what size will suit you best, flat measure an item that fits you well and use this as a guide. Please contact us if you have any questions or need more information.

Approximate bust measurements:
XS/S: 46.5cm
S/M: 49cm
M/L: 51.5cm
L/XL: 54cm
XL/XXL: 56.5cm

Approximate length measurement:
XS/S: 51cm
S/M: 52cm
M/L: 53cm
L/XL: 54cm
XL/XXL: 55cm

Approximate sleeve length measurement (from neck):
XS/S: 68.7cm
S/M: 70cm
M/L: 71.3cm
L/XL: 72.6cm
XL/XXL: 73.9cm

Approximate bicep measurement:
XS/S:  14.75cm
S/M: 16cm
M/L: 17.25cm
L/XL: 18.5cm
XL/XXL: 19.75cm

Model Measurements

Our model Jena wears the Enka Sweater in Ecru and Carbon in a size S/M measures:
Height: 178cm
Bust: 80cm
Waist: 66cm
Hips: 90cm

Our model Marlo wears the Enka Sweater in Milan Green in a size S/M measures:
Height: 181cm
Bust 81cm
Waist 60cm
Hips 88cm

Care Instructions

• Hand wash
  
• Do not bleach
  
• Cool iron
  
• Dry cleanable
  
• Cold hand wash using eco-friendly detergent.
  
• Do not machine wash (even on delicate cycle).
  
• Do not rub, wring or spin dry.
  
• Squeeze out excess water.
  
• Gently pull wet garment into shape.
  
• Dry flat in shade.
  
• Cool iron on reverse.
  
• Do not use other forms of heat when drying.