Ahipao

Ahipao is a slow fashion brand crafting exceptional knitwear from natural fibres, using cutting-edge WHOLEGARMENT® knitting technology. We’re proudly family-run and based on Waiheke Island, New Zealand — where every piece is designed, knitted, and finished by our small team of local makers. We believe in blending innovation with integrity. By combining heritage craftsmanship with seamless, zero-waste production, we create elevated everyday garments that are built to last — in both style and structure. Our studio focuses on small-batch production using only premium natural fibres: cashmere, alpaca, possum-merino, and silk. The result? Jumpers, scarves and wraps that feel as good as they look — and hold their shape, beauty, and softness for years to come. From our island workshop to wardrobes around the world, Ahipao is knitwear without shortcuts. Sustainable. Intentional. Remarkably made.