Merino wool is a winter hero, says fashion editor and celebrity stylist Vanessa Powell. It's basically a performance fiber disguised as a luxury textile. That's because (unlike traditional heavy wools ...

There’s no doubt that merino wool is an insulating rockstar among outdoorsmen and women. Thanks to its warmth, breathability, moisture-wicking, and odor-repelling performance, it has a massive fan ...

Merino wool is a sustainable material when the sheep are treated well. Sheep Inc, short for Sheep Included, is transparent about its efforts to ensure their animals are: They allocate wearers a sheep ...

Merino wool is often raved about for its ability to keep us warm in cold climates, but it works double duty; it also keeps our bodies cool when the mercury rises. When choosing outdoor fabrics for hot ...

Apparel made of 100 percent merino wool is great for winter activity—until it isn’t. It insulates, wicks, and dries admirably, as well as mitigates odors—up to the day your fingers pop through the ...

When it comes to base layers, the main choice is whether you want a synthetic (usually polyester) layer, or a natural fiber like Merino. Historically, Merino has been heavier and held moisture longer ...