Alpaca fiber is a very unique wool that is hypoallergenic, and very lightweight. The Alpaca Blankets are extremely soft and are comparable to the fineness of cashmere and the smoothness of silk. Even though they are lightweight they are seven times warmer and three times stronger than Merino wool, making our Alpaca Blankets perfect for a chilly time in your home! Our products are fairtrade, we contribute to the sustainable development of indigenous communities, by offering better trading conditions and protecting the rights of, marginalized producers and workers in Peru. We ship directly from here and it needs approx. 15-18 days to get into the destination.