Handmade with care in New Zealand

Handmade with care in New Zealand

September 28, 2017 2 min read

Our Roots & Wings Merino business is built on trust: We trust nature to provide us with the purest quality merino and we know that you trust us to select the most ethical option during each step of our sourcing and manufacturing process.
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Back to School...Back to Quality Basics

Back to School...Back to Quality Basics

September 14, 2017 2 min read

School is definitely back! Some call it the silly season, and rightly so, especially if you have two or more little ones to pack lunches for, get up and out the door in the mornings. 

Whether you have one or more excited first-timers or seasoned campaigners to look out for this season, most moms are already wishing for a little more practicality in the daily struggle that is the back-to-school routine. 

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Caring For Super-Soft Organic Merino

Caring For Super-Soft Organic Merino

September 01, 2017 2 min read

While our organic merino wool is created with a lot of care and truly nature's miracle fibre, that doesn't mean it is difficult to care for. 

In fact, merino wool is one of the easiest fibres to care for, and doesn't need to be washed as often as many other fabrics. And no need to flat-dry, simply air-dry as normal (and tumble dry if it's too wet and rainy!)

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Why Designers Love Merino

Why Designers Love Merino

August 10, 2017 3 min read

We love knowing that while our children are wearing merino, they can play outside and explore nature in high-quality garments that keep them comfy and dry, while also regulating their temperatures to keep them cool in summer and warm in winter.

Merino is truly nature’s miracle wool, and the world is taking notice. Designers and fashion-lovers are experiencing a growing passion for merino.

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Are your little ones holiday-ready?

Are your little ones holiday-ready?

July 06, 2017 3 min read

July is a very special month, wherever you are in the world. The schools are out and for many families, that means fun holidays in the great outdoors; from swimming and music festivals in the northern hemisphere, to skiing and stories by the campfire in the southern hemisphere.   

While these are definitely special times spent enjoying nature and bonding with family, the idea of packing for an outdoors adventure with small children causes the shivers in some parents, mostly because we know how fragile babies are to the elements.

The truth is, however, that with proper planning and preparation, you shouldn't worry about taking your little ones on holiday, and letting them run free and be kids.  

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Are your child's clothes full of chemicals?

Are your child's clothes full of chemicals?

June 02, 2017 3 min read

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What to look for when buying organic

What to look for when buying organic

May 19, 2017 4 min read

Not all organic clothing is equal, and it is important that you educate yourself on how to make the most sustainable choice for your baby.
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A tried-and-tested newborn checklist for practical parents

A tried-and-tested newborn checklist for practical parents

April 19, 2017 4 min read

Despite the temptation to buy all the cute baby clothes and toys in the store, your baby really only needs a few essentials to get him/her through the first few months.
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Why fashion should be an investment, not a splurge

Why fashion should be an investment, not a splurge

April 06, 2017 3 min read

The fruit in your bowl is local produce, the meat on your plate is from grass-fed animals, your coffee is fair trade...but what about the shirt you're wearing?
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from farm to fashion: never has sustainability felt this good

from farm to fashion: never has sustainability felt this good

March 08, 2017 3 min read

Our organic merino is a scarce and sought-after resource, found only on happy, soft-as-a-cloud sheep. In this blog, we tell you more about the process we follow from farm to fashion, keeping it as sustainable and natural as possible. 
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