WHY IS AN ALPACA DUVET SUITABLE FOR BOTH WINTER AND SUMMER?

Can a single duvet provide a feeling of pleasant warmth on a frosty night while also preventing overheating in the middle of summer? Yes, if it contains alpaca fiber .

1. Alpaca fiber – a natural expert in thermoregulation

Properties of alpaca fiber	What does this mean for you?
1. Empty core	Alpaca fiber has a partially hollow structure, which improves insulation and breathability, as confirmed by microscopic tests and thermal conductivity measurements. Imagine a tube with tiny air chambers. In winter, they retain heat like a thermos, and in summer, they release excess heat.
2. Up to 30% moisture absorption without feeling wet	Alpaca fiber can absorb up to 25-30% of its weight in water vapor before it becomes noticeably damp. This means alpaca wool can absorb up to one-third of its weight in water vapor, yet still feel dry to the touch. This creates a pleasant microclimate under the duvet – even when the bedroom air is humid.
3. On average ≈ 30% better insulation than sheep wool	More warmth, less weight. At the same thickness, an alpaca wool duvet retains heat up to ⅓ better than regular wool. This means a lighter, fluffier duvet without sacrificing coziness.
4. Low water retention	It dries faster and overheats less often. Alpaca fibers retain half as much water as sheep's wool. The result? Less moisture, faster sweat evaporation, and a reduced risk of overheating on warm nights.

2. One duvet, four seasons

• Alpaka all-season duvet 500 g/m² – optimal thickness that works well in most Polish bedrooms (16–22 °C). 
• Alpaka summer duvet 250 g/m² – an ultra-light option for the hot months, and recommended for those who are always "too warm".

See all-year and summer alpaca duvets

3. Summer or year-round duvet – how to choose?

Both all-season and summer duvets have their advantages, but everyone has subjective feelings and different bedroom conditions, so before you decide on a summer or all-season model, read the list below, which can help you make an informed choice.

Bedroom temperature

• <19 °C most of the year → choose year-round.
• ≥ 23 °C in summer → consider summer or a set of 2 × summer (see point 4).

Your "resting" sensation of warmth

• Are you freezing at night? – year-round.
• Do you often feel hot? – lukewarm.

Sweating / perspiration

• If you wake up sweaty even in winter, choose a lighter weight.

Budget and space

• One year-round = cheaper and easier to store.

Cost-effective: Alpaca fiber evens out temperature fluctuations, so one all-season duvet is often enough instead of two seasonal sets. This not only saves money but also takes up less closet space.

4. Modular comfort – duvets with drawstrings (2-in-1 system)

If you're worried that one duvet won't be enough for the coldest nights, order duvets with drawstrings . Thanks to the sewn-in ties, you can:

• Combine two summer duvets → the combination will create an all-season duvet or a super-warm winter duvet (≈ 250 g/m² + 250 g/m² or ≈ 250 g/m² + 500 g/m²).
• Separate them for spring/summer and use them independently – perfect for couples with different thermal preferences.

5. Caring for your alpaca duvet all year round

• Air your duvet outdoors (in the shade) every 1-2 months.
• Professional cleaning: approximately every 2 years.
• Storage: in a cotton bag (no vacuum), in a dry place.

More information: how to care for alpaca duvets .

6. One duvet that provides thermal comfort all year round - it's an alpaca duvet

An alpaca fiber duvet is an investment in thermal comfort 365 days a year . Its natural ability to intelligently regulate heat and moisture means that both an all-season duvet and an ultra-light summer duvet can replace several traditional sets. The drawstring option provides flexibility, and the hypoallergenic properties of the fiber increase hygiene and sleep comfort, making it also the best duvet for allergy sufferers .

Discover the ALPAKINO collection, where alpaca duvets available in many sizes await you.