Authentic Toques, Beanies, Slouchy & Scarfs

Handcrafted for you

All Aoraki specialized knitwear pieces are designed and handmade by us in New Zealand

Drawing on decades of experience we design and make all the pieces we sell. The end used is always kept in mind for each item bet it a scarf or hat the end users needs are always foremost in our minds.

Using only the best quality natural yarns the end use is aways kept in mind whether it is backcountry skiing out and about in the extremes of winter or wondering the fashion districts

Our Range

Contrary to believe, 'toques' and
'beanies' aren't necessarily the same thing, both are hats bit...

A Beanie can be categorised as a Toque because it is usually a brimless ‘knitted’ hat

However, Toques are usually thicker and hardier to deal with the most extreme elements of winter

Beanies are usually worn in winter, but are usually light enough to wear through the autumn and spring months

While a Sloughy is a knitted hat, because of its louse and more casual design, it falls into its own category

Toque

Toque knitted caps are widely worn in Canada and parts of the US

Toques are generally thicker and more resilient to the cold and wet conditions found in the far north's seriously cold regions

Aoraki Cuffed Shaka Toque in the colours of the Ukraine

Toque Rage

Aoraki Supports Ukraine

You can support Ukraine in the face of Russian military aggression. Aoraki will donate to Kiwi K.A.R.E for each Toque Shaka and Toque Shaka Combo purchased in support Ukraine

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Beanie

The Beanie is universally recognized as a smaller close fitting knitted cap, that is either cuffed or uncuffed

Usually made of lighter weight yarns, Beanies can be worn year-round in many climates

Beanie Range

Explore a Range of Beanies for Every Season and Occasion

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Slouchy

The history of Slouchy hats can be traced back to the loose brim hat favored by the ANZACs

Over the decades popular culture has resulted in the well-known knitted hat with the distinctive loose material hanging down the back of the neck

Slouchy Range

Immerse yourself in an effortlessly chic Slouchy

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Scarfs

As everyone knows, a scarf is an indispensable article of clothing offering warmth, fashion panache, sun and air quality protection and cleanliness

Natural yarns are valued for their resilience and soft comfort around the neck

Scarf Range

Wrap yourself in luxury: Handcrafted Scarfs for discerning individuals

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Combo

Embrace winter warmth with a set of a Beanie, Slouchy or Toque paired with a matched Scarf

A Combo makes a great gift!

Milford All-weather Toque with a Milford Scarf

Combo Collection

Discover the Ultimate Combo for a coordinated Look

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'The Bean'

Looking up at his grandad, Finn asked in a small voice, "Granddad, why is my hat called a beanie? "He continued, staring intently at the shiny button at the peak. "Is it because the button on top looks like a bean?".

His grandfather, who had never really thought about it, paused for a moment before replying, "Well, Finn, I don't really know. But since it looks like a bean, it's the size of a bean, and would make a good bean, except maybe not so good to eat,...let's call it 'The Bean'. Granddad continued walking.

conquer the cold