Our Yarns
Every yarn we select for our Australian-made knitwear is chosen for exceptional comfort, complete biodegradability, and adherence to rigorous social and environmental standards. All meet OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 requirements.
At Fruitchouli, we do not use hidden synthetic elastic in our cuffs, collars, or trims. While many brands add small amounts of elastane that are not required to be disclosed, every Fruitchouli garment is made solely from biodegradable yarns and finishes.
Each Fruitchouli piece is designed for lasting wear and, at the end of its long life, will naturally return to the earth without synthetic waste.
100% Yak
Spun Yarn Origin: China
Raw Material Origin: Tibetan Communities
Yak wool sourced directly from Tibetan communities. Our yarn supplier pioneered the global yak wool standard, focusing on high animal welfare and transparent sourcing. This internationally recognised standard was launched in 2025.
Two of our yak wool colours, Natural Brown and Natural Taupe, are undyed, showcasing the fibre’s natural shade. The yarn is sorted by hand, and as a result, slight colour variations may occur depending on the year, region, and weather.
Yaks naturally emit less methane and graze more gently than goats or sheep, making yak wool a more sustainable alternative to both sheep wool and cashmere. Our yak wool supplier has supported over 4000 Tibetan families, separates fibres by quality right at the source, and approximately 110 acres of Tibetan grasslands have been regenerated through responsible sourcing.
Benefits: 30% warmer than wool, 1.6x more breathable than cashmere.
End-of-life: 100% biodegradable.
100% Pure Undyed Cashmere
Spun Yarn Origin: China
Dye-free and treatment-free cashmere yarn that is DNA tested and traceable. This cashmere wool takes a minimalist approach, highlighting the natural colour of cashmere goats.
Benefits: Exceptionally soft and naturally insulating, with a light, breathable hand. Pure undyed cashmere retains the fibre’s natural colour variations and is free from dyes and chemical treatments.
End-of-life: 100% biodegradable.
95% Organic Cotton 5% Cashmere
Spun Yarn Origin: China
Carbon neutral yarn made from OCS and GOTS Certified Organic Cotton and GCS Certified Cashmere. No synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilisers were used when growing the organic cotton.
Benefits: Blends the freshness, breathability and ease of care of organic cotton with the softness of cashmere.
End-of-life: 100% biodegradable.
70% Organic Cotton 30% SeaCell™ Lyocell
Spun Yarn Origin: China
Yarn made from OCS Certified Organic Cotton and SeaCell™ Lyocell. SeaCell™ Lyocell is an extremely comfortable fibre made exclusively from sustainable raw materials, specifically eucalyptus wood from FSC-certified forests, and seaweed harvested from the Icelandic fjords in a closed-loop production process. SeaCell™ Lyocell certifications can be viewed here. No synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilisers were used when growing the organic cotton.
Benefits: SeaCell™ Lyocell is soft, breathable, moisture-regulating, hypoallergenic, and gentle on sensitive skin. It contains natural antioxidants from brown seaweed (Ascophyllum nodosum), which may help protect the skin from environmental stressors.
End-of-life: 100% biodegradable.
