Your midlayers are essential to staying comfortable and warm. While Merino wool clothing is often used as a base layer for breathability and odor resistance, you need a midlayer made from the same materials. Throwing in a synthetic layer can interrupt the flow of water evaporation and leave you feeling wet, clammy, and cold. The best Merino wool sweaters will keep you warm and comfortable. Layer smart and stay dry in any conditions.

Pack the Best Travel Hoodie for Your Next Trip

What do you look for most in your clothes when you’re trying to travel light? You want garments that are going to be:

• Light-weight
• Durable
• Wrinkle-resistant
• Require less washing
• Stay dry and odor-free

That’s what makes our Compact Travel Hoodie one of the best travel hoodies you can bring with you on your trip. It’s a stylish and versatile midlayer that you can take with you on your travels or make great use of in everyday life. Throw it over a Merino wool T-shirt base on your next outdoor adventure or throw it on top of one of our classic button-downs on your way to work. For a Merino wool long sleeve shirt, our Raglan Crew Sweatshirt is also light packing, breathable, and moisture wicking.

The Benefits of Merino Wool Sweatshirts and Hoodies

Merino wool is lightweight, super-soft, and absolutely perfect for everything from hikes to travel to everyday wear. Merino wool sweatshirts are breathable, great for layering, resistant to odors, less prone to wrinkling, anti-bacterial, waterproof, and stain-resistant. They can stand up to a lot. Make the most of your adventures without having to worry about stains, sweat, or smells.

How to Wash Merino Wool Sweaters

You might be surprised how easy it is to care for your Merino wool sweater. The waxy Lanolin coating on the fibers makes garments resistant to stains and its antibacterial qualities keep garments safe from odor-causing bacteria. You might be surprised how long you can go without having to wash your shirts and sweaters!When it is time to do laundry, you can machine wash your Merino wool sweater. Use your usual detergent on the normal wash cycle and throw it in with the rest of your laundry. Hand washing is also an option. Let soak for 10-20 minutes in warm water with a few drops of detergent. Drain the sink and rinse with fresh water. Do not wring out Merino wool.The most effective way to dry Merino wool is by air-drying it flat on a towel, flipping from time to time. You can also hang dry it over a chair or bannister, but DO NOT tumble dry.

Stylish Merino Wool Sweaters

Not only are Merino wool sweaters practical and comfortable, they also look sleek and stylish. They keep looking great wear after wear, so you don’t have to worry about changing after a long day or doing laundry while you travel.