Yak Wool Throws
Rare fibre from high-altitude herds. Warmer than merino, naturally temperature-regulating, no synthetic fill.
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Warmer than merino
Yak fibre has a hollow medullary core that traps air and retains heat effectively. You get more warmth per gram than merino wool at the same weight.
Naturally hypoallergenic
Yak down contains no lanolin — the compound responsible for most wool-related skin reactions. Suitable for sensitive skin and comfortable worn directly against it.
Temperature-regulating
The hollow fibre structure that holds heat in cold air also prevents overheating in milder temperatures. It adjusts passively — no synthetic fill behaves this way.
No chemical treatment
Our yak throws use undyed, unbleached fibre. The natural colour — ranging from warm brown to dark grey — comes directly from the animal. No synthetic processing.
What is yak wool
Yak wool — also called yak down — comes from the soft undercoat of domestic yaks living at altitudes above 3,000 metres in the Himalayan and Mongolian highlands. The animals develop this fine inner layer as insulation against extreme cold. It is combed out by hand once a year during spring moulting. The fibre itself is fine, averaging 16–20 microns. At that diameter, it sits close to cashmere in softness and well below standard wool. Because yaks are not intensively farmed, annual production volumes are limited. It remains one of the less common luxury fibres on the market — especially in throw and shawl formats where the full weight of the fibre is felt.
Why it holds warmth
Yak fibres have a hollow medullary canal — an air pocket running through each strand. This structure makes the fibre an effective insulator relative to its weight. A yak wool throw is noticeably warm for how light it feels in your hands. Unlike merino or standard wool, yak fibre contains no lanolin. This makes it naturally hypoallergenic and removes the itch that many people associate with wool products. The texture is soft enough to wear directly against skin — as a shawl, a lap blanket, or a layer on the bed. Natural colour varies from dark brown to warm grey depending on the herd and region. No dyes are used in our throws.
🇲🇳 Mongolia
Munkh
Munkh works with herder families in the Mongolian highlands, sourcing yak and cashmere fibre through a direct supply chain. The throws are produced in small runs, with natural undyed colour that reflects the original fibre. Munkh also works with cashmere and yak-cashmere blends.
🇳🇵Nepal
Nilo Cashmere
Nilo sources fibre directly from yak herders in the Himalayan highlands of Nepal. Each throw is handcrafted by local artisans using traditional techniques. The brand works with both yak down and cashmere, maintaining full traceability from herd to finished product.
Yak wool — more precisely yak down — is the soft undercoat combed from domestic yaks living at high altitudes in the Himalayas and Mongolian steppes. It is a fine natural fibre averaging 16–20 µm, placing it in the same category as cashmere and fine merino in terms of softness. Annual production is limited because yaks are not intensively farmed and each animal yields a small amount of usable fibre per year.
No. The itch associated with standard wool comes primarily from lanolin and coarser fibres. Yak down contains no lanolin and its fibre diameter is fine enough that it does not trigger the mechanical itch response. Most people who find standard wool uncomfortable have no issue with yak down against skin — whether worn as a shawl or used as a bed layer.
Hand wash in cold water with a gentle wool detergent, or use a machine wool/delicate cycle at 30°C. Do not wring. Lay flat to dry. Air out between uses — yak fibre is naturally odour-resistant and does not need frequent washing. Store folded in a breathable bag when not in use.
Cashmere is generally softer and lighter. Yak down is marginally coarser but warmer per gram and more durable in daily use. For a throw that is used regularly — on the sofa, as a lap blanket, or as a travel shawl — yak down tends to maintain its structure longer than cashmere at a comparable weight. Cashmere is better if softness against skin is the primary priority. Yak down is better if warmth, durability, and everyday use are the focus.
Yes. The throw format — typically 130×180 cm — works as a shawl, a knee blanket, or a light travel layer. Yak wool compresses well and is light relative to its warmth, which makes it practical for travel. Traditionally, yak down shawls have been used across Himalayan and Central Asian cultures for exactly this reason.
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