Our People

At Jane Henry we see the beauty in the diversity of nature and  believe the hues of naturally coloured merino wool to be just as beautiful as white fibre. So when the opportunity arose to farm a flock of once wild coloured merinos for their wool we did not hesitate.

Naturally coloured Merino sheep are very rare, especially superfine and ultrafine Merino sheep like ours, so we are mindful of the need to treat this unique resource with the greatest respect, adding value through design and quality workmanship.

Extensive research and testing has enabled us to determine the optimum twist level to retain both strength and handle/softness and the best uses for our fibre. This testing and refinement is an ongoing process for us and we work alongside highly qualified scientists and technicians to advise us on best practice.

At each step of the long journey to transform it into the finished product we align ourselves with companies that not only have the technical skills to work with the finest merino fibre in the world, but also appreciate the value of what they hold in their hands.

We are united by a desire to provide our customers with an alternative to the disposable throwaway consumer culture and are committed to creating garments of lasting value.

Jane Henry Merino aspires to manufacture entirely in New Zealand. While it has become increasingly difficult to access manufacturing capability in New Zealand across all the various processes required, every effort has been made to retain our local base and to support those few remaining artisans who show true passion for natural fibres and dedication to local production.