FabricIQ
Reading the label…
B
Natural fiber from sheep. Excellent insulator that regulates temperature and wicks moisture. The standard for cold-weather clothing.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
73/100
DurabilityAbove-average70
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortTypical65
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityAbove-average75
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthStrong88
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingAbove-average75
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EaseWeak45
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityAbove-average70
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using wool
8 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains wool. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Comme des Garçons
179 products
Ridge Merino
88 products
Needles
81 products
Engineered Garments
70 products
Icebreaker
56 products
Mons Royale
46 products
Club Monaco
38 products
Rowing Blazers
36 products
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing wool.
Products with wool
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains wool. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
Unbound MerinoA
Women's Ultrafine Sleep Tank + Shorts Bundle
100% Merino Wool, 5% Merino Wool, 5% Tencel
$158
Minus33A
Lightweight - Outdoor Sport No Show Socks Minus33 Merino Wool
10% Nylon, 100% Merino Wool
$12
Ridge MerinoA
Women's Send-It Seamless Merino Wool Sports Bra
7% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$60
Minus33A
Merino Wool Socks - Midweight Over the Calf
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$24
Minus33A
Merino Wool Running Socks - Micro Ankle
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$23
Minus33A
Merino Wool Running Socks - Micro No Show Tab
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$23
Minus33A
Santa Cat Socks - Micro Cushion Mini Crew
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$25
IbexA
Men's Paradox Long Sleeve Tee
10% Nylon, 45% Merino Wool, 45% Tencel, 10% Nylon
$95
Minus33A
Microweight Cushion - Crew Wool Dress Socks Mountain Heritage
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$22
Minus33A
Midweight - Day Hiker Crew 3-Pack
2% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$45
Minus33A
Merino Wool Running Socks - Micro Mini Crew
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$24
Minus33A
AMC Merino Wool Hiking Socks - Micro Cushion Mini Crew
1% Spandex, 100% Merino Wool
$25
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from wool. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same wool feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
🧥Winter Outerwear
ExcellentExcellent warmth (88) and durability (70) for cold weather
👔Formal/Office
ExcellentExcellent durability (70) and comfort (65) for office wear
🏃Athletic Wear
GoodGood breathability (75) and moisture wicking (75) for light activity
🌧️Rain/Weather
GoodGood moisture wicking (75) and durability (70) for weather protection
⛰️Outdoor/Hiking
GoodGood durability (70) and breathability (75) for outdoor activities
🌱Sustainable Fashion
GoodGood sustainability score (70)
Detailed Use Case Scores
outerwear90
formal85
everyday70
Pros
- ✓ Excellent insulation
- ✓ Naturally moisture-wicking
- ✓ Wrinkle-resistant
- ✓ Naturally flame-resistant
Cons
- ✗ Can feel itchy
- ✗ May shrink in heat
- ✗ Can be eaten by moths
- ✗ Slower to dry
Better alternatives
Higher-scored natural materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
VicuñaA
+19 vs Wool · 92/100
BiodegradableThe rarest and most expensive animal fiber in the world, from the vicuña of the Andes. Finer than cashmere, incredibly soft, warm, and lightweight. A single coat yields only 250g of usable fiber every 2-3 years.
Merino WoolA
+13 vs Wool · 86/100
BiodegradableUltra-fine wool from Merino sheep. Softer and less itchy than regular wool, with excellent temperature regulation and moisture management.
Sea Island CottonB
+9 vs Wool · 82/100
BiodegradableExtra-long-staple cotton historically grown in the West Indies (Barbados, Jamaica) and Sea Islands of Georgia/South Carolina. Among the rarest commercial fibers on earth — staple length up to 2.5", silky hand feel, intense color saturation when dyed. Used in heritage luxury shirting and bespoke menswear.
Care Guide
Washcold (30°C)
Cycledelicate
Detergentmild
BleachDo not bleach
Dryflat dry
Ironlow
Dry Cleanrecommended
SoftenerNo
Special Notes
• Reshape while damp
• Use cedar blocks for moth prevention
Additional Care Tips
- • Hand wash cold (30°C/85°F) or machine wash on wool/delicate cycle with wool-specific detergent
- • Never tumble dry — lay flat on a towel and reshape while damp
- • Iron on low-medium heat with steam using a press cloth to avoid shine
- • Store folded with cedar balls or moth repellent sachets — wool is a moth target
- • Avoid bleach and fabric softener — both damage wool fibers
- • Air out between wears; wool is naturally odor-resistant and needs less frequent washing
Cost
$$$$$
Mid-range
Shrinkage
Significant risk — hand wash or dry clean
Eco Rating
Strong environmental credentials