Floca - Ringo Oversized
Oversized version of our classic Ringo
Ringo sweater feels so "amorosito"; it represents the perfect combination between style and comfort. You can match it either with jeans for a casual outfit, or with a dress, skirt or smart pants for a more dressed-up look. It is super versatile and you will want to live in it the whole season. 100% Spanish Wool
* When we were kids (back in the 80's), our mother used to make us wear a lot of high neck knits during cold seasons. She called them "ringos", because Ringo Starr used to wear this kind of garment very often. We love the Beatles and bringing back nice childhood memories. - Laura, Floca
From farmer to garment
Made with natural wool from our Spanish sheeps. Lightweight carded fluffy yarn.
The sheeps this wool comes from live most of their life out in the meadows and grasslands grazing freely. They are bred through the environmentally friendly practice of extensive farming. They are treated with care by our traditional shepherds and respectfully sheared without causing any harm to the animals at any time of the process. This wool is sturdy, super resistant and it softens incredibly with time and use. Its extraordinary quality and resistance make these Flocas a precious garment you will enjoy forever and pass on to your new generations.
Locally & carefully knitted and crafted in our family workshop in Spain.
One size oversize
Care
A bit of air after use is always welcome by wool garments; we recommend to wash your Ringo only if stained or really dirty. If you have to wash it, do it by hand in cold water with soap for delicates; to remove excess water please do not wring, better wrap it in a towel and lay flat to dry.
Measures:
Slight variations may occur when knitting natural wool and crafting each piece by hand.
Total length (from top shoulder seam to bottom) 65cm / 25.5"
Width at chest 65cm / 25.5"
Sleeve length (from neckline to tip of sleeve) 75cm / 29.5"
About
Floca was imagined as a small project built on the foundations of love for well-made and durable garments, envisioning a laid-back approach to wearing clothes, more conscious and honest with ourselves and our two homes: this only planet and our own body.
I definitely wanted to use the best resources around, close to where I live, in order to stay true to my ethos. That is why all garments are made of 100% Spanish wool. Just like that. No blends with other synthetic materials, only wool from our sheeps. My favourite natural fiber because of its Spanish origin, amazing virtues and how it beautifully endures time. A real natural beauty on its own.
This sense of durability and slowness is what inspires our little collection of timeless, serene pieces for a simple and essential living. I imagine each design to make you feel good on yourself, comfortable and beautiful at the same time. I believe in the pleasure of wearing clothes that soothe and heal; knits that connect you with nature through the soft touch of wool. Knits that feel like a hug and bring you joy.
As a reflection of our daily life, I try to be as gentle as possible, making every effort to minimize the impact and keeping the sense of responsibility at every decision I make. This is what I feel I must do since we are creating new products that go into the world.
Every piece is carefully built to last for years and to be worn by anyone, anyhow, everyday. I believe that well-made garments are inherently sustainable, specially if they are locally sourced and made.
Production is kept small and only limited batches of each design are made to prevent overproduction and textile waste. This allows me to have a better control and traceability over the whole process and things can be done at a humane pace by everyone involved. Walking a different path away from trends and stablished seasons, also favours the creative process and lessens stress from our crafters.
Another essential thing for me when brewing up Floca, was to support the local economy and getting to work with small businesses. So I got the chance to know incredible humans that deserve all my admiration and gratitude. Thanks to these crafters and entrepreneurs, every piece can be locally produced in Spain within a magical triangle between Galicia, Madrid and Barcelona. - Laura