MERINNOVATION 100% Merino Wool Base Layer for Women - Long Sleeve V-Neck Thermal Top Merino Wool Women's Shirt
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Description
Standard base layers force a choice: warm enough for cold conditions, or breathable enough for active ones. For women moving between both throughout the day, one merino layer handles both without adjustment. Merino wool's natural crimp structure creates micro-pockets of trapped air, unlike synthetics with fixed thermal performance.
Merino protein responds to humidity and body heat, expanding in cold to hold warmth and opening during exertion to release it. The fiber grade falls below the itch threshold, meaning fibers flex against skin without scratching. The V-neck cut sits clean under open collars and layers without showing. Available in 165gsm for high-output days, and 250gsm for static cold exposure, colder environments, and deeper layering systems. Worn directly against skin as a base layer, this design fits close without compressing.
Sweat is pulled away before it collects. During rest, the layer re-stabilizes, keeping your temperature steady rather than cycling through sweating and chilling. For the woman who wants one layer that works on the ski slope in the morning, the commute midday, and at home in the evening, this is the practical answer.
Machine care follows an easy routine: both weights wash at 30°C (86°F) and maintain softness, shape, and color without special treatment or delicate cycles.
Additional Information
| Color |
Black, Grey Marl, Navy, Charcoal Marle, Denim, Macchiato Brown, Olive Green Marle, Viva Magenta, Indigo Blue, Summer Blue |
|---|---|
| Size |
X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large |
| Weight |
Lightweight 165, Midweight 250 |
Care Instructions
Merino is easier to care for than most people expect — and because it naturally resists odor, you'll wash it far less than cotton or synthetics.
Washing
- Machine wash cold (30°C / 86°F) on a gentle or wool cycle
- Use a mild detergent — no bleach, no fabric softener (softener coats the fiber and reduces its natural performance)
- Wash with similar colors, inside out
Drying
- Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight — this keeps the shape and fit
- Do not tumble dry, do not wring
Between wears
- Air it out overnight — merino refreshes itself and is usually ready to wear again
- Spot-clean small marks with cold water instead of a full wash
Storage & pilling
- Store folded, clean and fully dry
- Light pilling in high-friction areas during the first weeks is normal for natural fibers — remove it gently with a fabric shaver and it fades over time
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MERINNOVATION 100% Merino Wool Base Layer for Women - Long Sleeve V-Neck Thermal Top Merino Wool Women's Shirt
One shirt for every forecast
Superfine merino that works as hard on a trail as it does at a desk.
From trailhead to boarding gate
One shirt that hikes all day, dries overnight in a hotel sink, and still looks sharp at dinner. Merino wicks sweat before it sits on your skin and shrugs off odor even after back-to-back wears.
Cut for real life
A clean regular fit that layers under a jacket without bunching and stands alone without clinging. Flatlock seams sit flush against the skin — nothing rubs on mile ten or hour ten.
| Merino | Cotton | Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature control | ✓Adapts to you | Poor | Traps heat |
| After 3 wears | ✓Still fresh | Needs a wash | Needs a wash |
| Feel on skin | ✓Soft & dry | Damp when wet | Clammy |
| Typical wash cycle | ✓Weekly or less | Every wear | Every wear |
Will it itch?
No. We use superfine merino fibers that bend on contact with skin instead of prickling it. If you've only worn traditional wool, the difference is immediate.
Can I wear it in summer?
Yes — merino is a temperature regulator, not just insulation. It wicks moisture and releases heat, which is why desert hikers and marathon runners wear wool in the heat.
What if I'm between sizes?
Size up for a relaxed everyday fit, or stay with the smaller size for a snug base layer that sits close under other clothing.
How do I wash it?
Machine wash cold on a gentle cycle, lay flat to dry. No softener, no tumble dryer. Between washes, just air it overnight — merino refreshes itself. Full details in our care guide.