Yes. In contrast to synthetics, Merino wool is an active fibre that reacts to changes in body temperature. So it helps you stay warm when the weather is cold, and cool when the weather is hot.

Merino wool fibres are extremely fine, enabling them to bend far more than traditional, coarser wool fibres. This makes Merino wool feel soft and luxuriously gentle next to your skin. The same Merino fabric is used for next to skin active wear, underwear and babywear.

For more information on the properties of Merino wool, click here.

Use a normal warm to cool machine wash cycle with wool was or a regular PH Neutral powdered or liquid detergent, just find one without whiteners, brighteners, stain removers or enzymes. Detergents which have 'Don't use on wool or silk' in the small print contain a nasty wool eating, skin irritating enzyme called protease. Separate lights and darks as usual.

No. Softeners will coat the Merino fibres and reduce their natural ability to breathe and regulate moisture and temperature.

Dry flat in shade to best preserve shape and colour. You can dry on the line, but expect some twisting of the garment and seams. As with any garment, inside out and out of excessive sun will help prolong the depth of colour.

Merino wool bounces back into shape after washing, if dried as above. If you need to, use a cool iron on the wool setting, with the garment inside out.

No. Chlorine destroys Merino fibres.

Pilling is a natural process that can occur when short fibres in the fabric work their way to the surface. Pilling is reduced with worsted Merino fabrics, such as those used in your pyjamas, as the short fibres are removed by the combing machine, and then the fibres are tightly twisted. Washing your pyjamas within the first three wears will help minimise pilling. Quality Merino, like Sleepy Merino, will not pill if cared for correctly, yet most inferior Merino unfortunately does.

As your PJs and loungewear will be washed and worn regularly, moth damage is less likely than heavy seasonal items that are only used occasionally and kept at the back of the wardrobe in the dark, which moths love. If you are putting your PJs away for a while, wash them and keep them in a moth proof storage container. If you think they may have been exposed to moths, put them in a plastic bag in the freezer for at least 2 weeks. This will kill any larvae.

Shipping flat rate to US is $20US, Canada $26CAD. Shipping to other locations is calculated at checkout. Express options are available.

Please click here for more information on shipping and estimated delivery times. Orders are shipped by air with reliable Australia Post, and usually arrive in the most countries in around a week.

NOTE- Unfortunately we are currently unable to ship to the UK due to the compliance costs of the new Brexit VAT regulations.

Sleepy Merino will accept items for return or exchange within 30 days of purchase. The item must be unused, and in the same condition as it was received, with tags attached. At your cost please send to:-

Sleepy Merino

844 Airlie Brake Lane

BUKKULLA NSW 2360

Sleepy Merino will cover postage for exchanged items back to you.

If Sleepy Merino is at fault, please contact us for a Reply Paid number for a free return.

For more detail on our returns policy click here.

Please contact us at support@sleepymerino.com.au