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The Woolaroo Vest

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The Woolaroo Vest

Kelly Slater and John Moore

Culver City, CA

Price

$298.00

About this piece

Sometimes, a few million years of natural selection gets it right the first time. Indeed, while the industry largely relies on polyester for fleece items, we’re proud of the natural, completely recycled wool fleece we use in our Woolaroo products that's breathable, odor-resistant, and quick-drying. We had to have this in a vest, so we took the Woolaroo’s renowned natural softness and warmth, chopped the arms off, and gave it some added freedom of movement for the handsome, new Woolaroo Vest. But what else would you expect from us? Sorted, recycled, spun, and woven in Italy, our partner Manteco created a plush fabric that is made completely of recycled wool, helping to divert pre- and post-consumer virgin wool textiles from landfills, putting this valuable fiber back into circulation. Th...