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Winter is coming, things are getting chilly and it is the perfect time to start looking for lovely warm woollies to get us through the cold months.

The choice of ethical woollen treats is especially good this season with everyday cardigans to fabulous pieces to dress up or down.

With styling reminiscent of the 1940s, Lowie’s new collection captures the trend for vintage inspired pieces seen at the likes of Prada and Hermes.

Standout pieces are the tea dress and the military jacket. The wool used to make these delights is sourced and manufactured in the UK. All of Lowie’s handmade pieces are produced in the same town in China, providing jobs for the community.

Tea Dress in washable Merino wool £235 in S, M, L
Military Jacket in virgin wool £190 in S, M, L

From www.ilovelowie.com

The Peruvian Knitwear Company is about to release their new autumn winter collection. Known for their sweet children’swear they have designed a range of women’swear they describe as everyday luxury. The collection is made in Peru from alpaca using traditional methods. The company ensure that their workers are paid a fair wage and have health care and pension benefits.

Alpaca waterfall cardigan in S, M, L, £140
Alpaca box jacket with contrast stitch in purple and fuchsia in S, M, L, £100

From www.peruvianknitwear.co.uk

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Ascension also has a great range of winter woollies including this lovely merino wool jumper by Giggle. It will work really well with jeans or a pencil skirt. This versatile sweater dress by Kuyichi, also from Ascension, is great for layering up for winter. Worn with leggings or thick tights with some statement jewellery added it will take you from day to a great night out.

Giggle Emilia Merino Knit in turquoise in sizes 10, 12, 14, 16 £40
Kuyichi Magic V Neck Dress in mid blue XS, S, M, L, £85

From www.ascensiononline.com

Aura Que use leather and naturally dyed wool to produce this beautiful long scarf. Its chunky knit is perfect for this season and will keep you warm and on trend. The company makes all of their accessories in Nepal using naturally dyed wool. Working with the The Nepal Fair Trade Group and the Nepal Leprosy Trust, they ensure that their collection is produced to international fairtrade standards.

Long scarf with leather tabs in black and grey, £45

From www.auraque.com