Meet the Maker: Fernando 🇵🇪

Meet the Maker: Fernando 🇵🇪

Sep 1, 2024

Family Business

 Artisanal Production

 

Peru is a place of wonder, marinated in the magical history of the ancient Mayan civilization, full of archaeological bounty, and brimming with natural beauty from the beautiful Andes to the Amazon. It is also home to one of our oldest friends and vendors, Fernando. Fernando first came to Maine to study abroad in high school, and, not knowing what he would encounter, he packed his bags full of Peruvian jewelry. Using his charm, he quickly sold it all and recognized a market for South American wares in the Northeast, and asked his family to send him more. During this time, Fernando met Eric, one of the original co-founders of Mexicali, and the rest is history. Thanks to Fernando, Mexicali has been carrying groovy goods from Peru since the first year they opened. Over the past thirty-three years, this business handshake has turned into a hug, and these hugs have taken the form of hand-kit alpaca sweaters that are as cozy as they are beautiful. 

Fernando is an avid surfer, tennis player, and dancer. In fact, when he first moved to Maine, he had a disco in his basement. Now he spends his time split between here and there, dancing between the land of lobster and the land of alpaca, working with friends and family to send beautiful handicrafts back to vacationland. He runs his export business with his son Fernando, and together they keep a steady supply of Peruvian jewelry and alpaca sweaters to Mexicali and much of Maine along with the help of two friends, Alejandro & Cesar in Lima. Together, they create and curate some of the highest quality, and most comfortable Alpaca wool sweaters in the world. "Why do you need an alpaca sweater?", you may ask. If you know, you know, and you don't need one, you need at least two. We may be biased, but Fernando makes the best alpaca sweaters! Fernando's Peruvian alpaca sweaters are hypoallergenic, moisture wicking, soft, durable, and warmer than sheep's wool! These hippie sweaters from Peru come in two styles: the classic roll neck sweater, and the casual alpaca sweater hoodie. With a unisex fit, these wool sweaters are the perfect gift for anyone on your list.

We look forward to many more years of business with Fernando and Fernando, and to our families working together to bring a splash of South American style to the state of Maine and beyond. 

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Hand knit by Fernando's makers in Peru

Wrap yourself in warmth and timeless style with our Roll Neck Unisex Alpaca Roll Neck Sweater—a cozy classic inspired by the heritage of hand-knit wool sweaters. Crafted in the Andes from ultra-soft alpaca fibers blended with durable acrylic, this cold-weather staple offers all the comfort of traditional alpaca knitwear with modern-day versatility.

Made to layer, this relaxed roll neck alpaca sweater is your go-to for chilly summer nights by the fire or brisk winter walks in the woods. Whether you're commuting, camping, or simply lounging in your cabin or city loft, it's the kind of sweater you'll reach for again and again.

Looking for a bit more coverage? Check out the cozy companion to this piece: our Hooded Alpaca Sweater—a favorite for even more snug, head-to-hem comfort.

These unisex sweaters are lovingly handmade and designed to suit all kinds of shapes, making them a great gift for anyone who values functional fashion with a rustic twist. Style yours with your favorite jeans, or wear it over a button-down for a layered women's top look that moves from trail to town with ease.

What is Alpacrylic? It's the best of both worlds—naturally warm alpaca fiber spun around strong, stretchy acrylic thread for added durability and long-lasting comfort.

Pair it with other seasonal favorites from our Men's Sweaters Collection or discover more layering must-haves in our Men's Clothing lineup.