Finnish Clothing & Accessory brand - From Urban to Wilderness
Born in Finland, VAI-KO creates high-quality gear designed to transition seamlessly from the urban environment to the wilderness. Since 2014, we have been "asking for an alternative" by combining timeless Nordic design with durable materials.
Explore our full collection of everyday essentials:
Beanies: Mulesing-free organic merino wool beanies and recycled wool beanies.
Caps & Bucket Hats: Made from organic cotton, linen, or recycled fibers. Our collection includes dad hats, 5-panel caps, winter caps, tech caps (great for running), and bucket hats.
Accessories: Neck warmers and neck gaiters made from organic merino wool, alongside hip packs made from recycled fibers.
FAQ
What is the best beanie for sensitive skin?
If you have sensitive skin, choosing the right beanie is essential to avoid irritation. Merino wool is one of the best materials for delicate skin due to its soft texture, breathability, and natural properties.
Compared to traditional wool, merino wool has finer and longer fibers making it notably softer and non-itchy. Additionally, merino wool naturally wicks away moisture, helping to keep your skin dry and comfortable in all conditions. Furthermore the organic merino wool yarn used in our merino wool beanies has Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Bluesign certificates, ensuring that our beanies contain no harmful chemicals that could trigger irritation.
What materials are VAI-KO t-shirts made from?
Our t-shirts are made from soft organic cotton.
Why choose a VAI-KO beanie?
VAI-KO beanies are designed with love in Finland. Depending on the model you choose, our beanies are made from organic merino wool or recycled wool.
100% Organic Merino Wool
For our merino wool beanies, we use mulesing-free organic merino wool. The yarn has both Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Bluesign certificates. These beanies are made in Finland.
Recycled Wool Blend (70% Recycled Wool, 25% Recycled Polyamide, 5% Other Fibers)
Our recycled wool is sourced from repurposed sweaters. Because the fibers are already colored from their previous life, the yarn requires no additional dyes, saving water and chemicals during production. Utilizing recycled fibers gives existing materials a new life and reduces textile waste without compromising the natural, breathable qualities of wool. The recycled yarn is spun in France and these beanies are knitted in a partner factory in Lithuania. The production facility utilizes renewable energy and a zero-waste knitting method to maximize resource efficiency.
What sizes do VAI-KO hoodies and sweatshirts come in?
Our sizes range from S to XXL. Specific size availability may vary by product, so please check the availability from each product.
If you need more information on the sizing check each item’s size chart for details or our size chart here.