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The kimono-style wrap design makes dressing newborns and young babies easier, especially in those early months when you’d rather avoid pulling garments over little heads. It fastens neatly at the side with one press stud, keeping the cardigan securely in place while maintaining a clean, simple look. This thoughtful design makes changes quicker and more comfortable for both baby and parent.
Available in sizes from Prem (cream and thyme only) through to 6–12 months, it’s perfect for those precious early stages. The colours are designed to mix and match beautifully with the rest of our Jersey Merino range, making it easy to create coordinated outfits with bodysuits, pants, and layers.
OHBaby! Awards 2024 - SILVER WINNER - Best Baby Merino - The Sleep Store
Highlights
- 100% NZ merino wool: Soft single jersey knit with a smooth, tee-like feel.
- Temperature regulating: Keeps baby cosy without overheating.
- Kimono wrap style: No need to pull over the head for easier dressing.
- Secure press stud: Side fastening for a neat, comfortable fit.
- Lightweight layering piece: Ideal for cooler days or indoor wear.
- Prem to 6–12 months: Designed to mix and match with the Jersey Merino range.
Sizing Chart
| Size | Length | Chest | Sleeve Length |
| Prem | 22cm | 36cm | 19cm |
| Newborn | 24cm | 40cm | 23cm |
| 0-3 months | 25cm | 43cm | 26cm |
| 3-6 months | 28cm | 46cm | 29cm |
| 6-12 months | 31cm | 49cm | 33cm |
Our own brand garments follow the Australasian standard AS1182-1997 for sizing and are made with room to grow. Our Size 2 clothing for example is made to fit the standard’s average sized 2.5 year old comfortably.
Please note - Measurements are taken when garments are laid flat. Areas such as chest, waist and hips etc are calculated at twice the width to get the full measurement.
Materials
| Fabric | 100% New Zealand Single Jersey Merino Wool (200gsm) Woolmark Extra Fine - 19.5 Microns Certified STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX |
| Washing | Gentle machine or hand wash in cold or 30°C water with liquid wool wash |
| Drying | Dry immediately - lay flat or hang dry |
Care for your merino
As with many wool garments, you may experience a bit of pilling on this garment. Please note this is often due to a soft fibre such as merino rubbing against other fabrics, such as flannelette sheets. We consider pilling a normal part of wear and tear on a soft merino garment. We could have treated the fabric much more to reduce pilling but then it would lose its lovely, snuggly softness.
Please take care with moths
Protect
your Merino from small holes created by insects such as moths and
silverfish. Ensure your garments are clean before storing. Lavender and
Cedar wood are noxious to these pests so storing your garments with
these scents or a moth trap will help protect your knitwear further.
Love your Merino and it will love you back!
What are the major differences between The Sleep Store Merino Wool garments?
Our entry level 100% Merino Wool. At 190gsm it is the lightest weight of our 100% merino wool offerings but not as fine (or silky smooth to touch) as our Deluxe Rib or Jersey Merino. It is a great affordable and durable option.
All Seasons Merino Tencel
This is an everyday collection made from a 70% Merino Wool / 30% Tencel. The Jersey blend fabric has a silky, cool feel, and is the lightest Merino wool blend option at 165gsm. The Tencel blend makes it great for wearing all year round and ideal for sensitive skin.
Jersey Merino
Made from 100% New Zealand merino wool, it is super smooth and soft. It feels like high-quality t-shirt fabric and has a comfortable stretch - not as much as the Deluxe Merino rib. Great for layering all year round at 200gsm.
Deluxe Merino Rib
Made from 100% New Zealand merino wool, this range uses a rib knit merino wool, meaning its structure consists of rows of stitching. This gives this merino wool a beautiful stretch with cross-grain elasticity. It is so soft and great all year round at 220gsm.
Fleece Merino Tencel
Super warm at 270gsm, ideal for cold nights and Wintry days. Made from a blend of 68% Merino Wool, 29% Tencel and 3% Elastane, this range is super soft and fluffy on the inside with a sweatshirt feel on the outside.
Premium mid-weight Merino
A beautiful soft and thick 100% Merino Wool interlock which allows for comfortable stretch whilst retaining shape. A lovely warm option, at 250gsm it is our warmest 100% merino options. This is our only 100% merino that is available in prints.
Merino Knitwear
Crafted from 100% merino wool. Comes in 3 different stitch patterns depending on the garment - seed stitch, classic stitch and brioche stitch.
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We offer fast, economical shipping to Australia, dispatched every week day from our Auckland, New Zealand warehouse. All items on our website are in stock, ready to dispatch (excludes pre-order). Please allow 3-5 working days for main centres, 5 working days for outside of main centres and up to 8 working days for heavy or bulky orders.
Shipping starts from $12 for small items. Just add your items to your cart and use the Shipping Estimator in the Mini Cart or Cart with your post code. Please double check your shipping in the checkout, particularly for large items which the estimator doesn’t accurately calculate.
All packages are sent with New Zealand Post and delivered by Australia Post.
Packages are labelled with a Signature with Authority to Leave if they are less than $300 value so delivery doesn’t require you to be home. Please let us know if you need Signature Required for security concerns.
Free Shipping for orders over $100* (excludes large items)
Free shipping is available when you spend over $100! Please note bulky or heavy items are excluded from this offer and you can confirm the correct shipping at the checkout. Unfortunately our Cart Shipping Estimator does not accurately exclude large items from free shipping calculations. We apologise for any inconvenience with this technical limitation.
Go to Shipping & Delivery PageHassle-free Returns for 365 Days!
We have expert staff available to help you choose the perfect item – how can we help before you purchase? However, when you do purchase something that doesn’t fit or isn’t quite right, we offer an excellent returns policy and the best possible customer service.
We also know life with babies and children is busy, so you have up to 365 days for your returns and exchanges to come back to us:
- Up to 90 days from purchase - You can return for an Exchange, Store Credit or Refund
- Up to 365 days from purchase – You can return for an Exchange or Store Credit
Returned items must be received back in perfect condition, unused and unwashed condition including the instructions and packaging. Please ensure you carefully package items so they are received back in perfect condition.
Our Returns and Exchanges page has full details, including product specific returns information and our Returns Form.
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