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Editor's Notes

The Rick Owens Alpaca and Wool Blend Balaclava is a full-coverage knit balaclava in black, constructed from a blend of 48% alpaca, 30% nylon, 20% wool, and 2% elastane. The alpaca-dominant construction gives the fabric an exceptionally soft, dense, and slightly fluffy hand that provides serious warmth without weight, and the elastane content ensures a precise, comfortable fit that holds its shape through extended wear.

The narrow vertical cut-out at the face is the defining design choice, a single architectural gesture that reduces the opening to a minimal slit and gives the balaclava an immediately recognizable, mask-like presence. It is the kind of detail that Rick Owens executes with complete conviction, drawing on the house's long engagement with protective, body-enveloping forms that sit at the intersection of utility and avant-garde fashion. The iconic Rick Owens label stitching at the cut-out edge is a quiet but deliberate brand signature that grounds the piece in the house's identity without overstatement.

It is a refined, statement-ready accessory built around the quality of its alpaca and wool construction and the unmistakable architectural identity of Rick Owens.

Made in Italy. One size.

  • Silhouette: Full-coverage balaclava, narrow vertical face cut-out
  • Fabric: 48% Alpaca, 30% Nylon, 20% Wool, 2% Elastane
  • Detail: Vertical face cut-out, Rick Owens label stitching at opening
  • Sizing: One size
  • Brand: Rick Owens
  • Made in Italy

Why We Love It

This balaclava is Rick Owens at his most considered and wearable. The alpaca blend is exceptionally soft and warm, and the narrow cut-out gives it a sculptural, mask-like quality that makes it feel like a genuine design object rather than just a cold-weather accessory. The label stitching at the opening is the kind of detail that rewards a closer look and makes the piece immediately identifiable to those who know the house.

Style Notes

The all-black colorway is the most versatile and seasonless entry for this balaclava, pairing naturally with black outerwear and knitwear for a tonal look, or contrasting against lighter pieces for a more editorial approach. The cut-out is worth demonstrating during the fitting, as the narrow opening reads very differently on the face than it does on the hanger. Worth presenting alongside Rick Owens outerwear or the Stefan cargo trousers for clients building a complete look.

Rick Owens Alpaca and Wool Blend Balaclava

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    Style Number: RU02F4490

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      Editor's Notes

      The Rick Owens Alpaca and Wool Blend Balaclava is a full-coverage knit balaclava in black, constructed from a blend of 48% alpaca, 30% nylon, 20% wool, and 2% elastane. The alpaca-dominant construction gives the fabric an exceptionally soft, dense, and slightly fluffy hand that provides serious warmth without weight, and the elastane content ensures a precise, comfortable fit that holds its shape through extended wear.

      The narrow vertical cut-out at the face is the defining design choice, a single architectural gesture that reduces the opening to a minimal slit and gives the balaclava an immediately recognizable, mask-like presence. It is the kind of detail that Rick Owens executes with complete conviction, drawing on the house's long engagement with protective, body-enveloping forms that sit at the intersection of utility and avant-garde fashion. The iconic Rick Owens label stitching at the cut-out edge is a quiet but deliberate brand signature that grounds the piece in the house's identity without overstatement.

      It is a refined, statement-ready accessory built around the quality of its alpaca and wool construction and the unmistakable architectural identity of Rick Owens.

      Made in Italy. One size.

      • Silhouette: Full-coverage balaclava, narrow vertical face cut-out
      • Fabric: 48% Alpaca, 30% Nylon, 20% Wool, 2% Elastane
      • Detail: Vertical face cut-out, Rick Owens label stitching at opening
      • Sizing: One size
      • Brand: Rick Owens
      • Made in Italy

      Why We Love It

      This balaclava is Rick Owens at his most considered and wearable. The alpaca blend is exceptionally soft and warm, and the narrow cut-out gives it a sculptural, mask-like quality that makes it feel like a genuine design object rather than just a cold-weather accessory. The label stitching at the opening is the kind of detail that rewards a closer look and makes the piece immediately identifiable to those who know the house.

      Style Notes

      The all-black colorway is the most versatile and seasonless entry for this balaclava, pairing naturally with black outerwear and knitwear for a tonal look, or contrasting against lighter pieces for a more editorial approach. The cut-out is worth demonstrating during the fitting, as the narrow opening reads very differently on the face than it does on the hanger. Worth presenting alongside Rick Owens outerwear or the Stefan cargo trousers for clients building a complete look.

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      Contemporary & Ready-to-Wear Labels

      Covers labels without a dedicated chart above. American and UK labels typically run true to the US size on the tag. European labels often run smaller, Italian labels commonly one full size below the US number, so size up when in doubt.

      US2468101214
      EU34343638404242

      Prada ready-to-wear (women's) does not publish a numeric size chart. Please work with your stylist directly on fit.

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