Don’t wear a piece of sheep.
Ridiculously warm, incredibly dry, and seriously stink free.
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HAPPY YAK MISSION:
We believe in delivering unparalleled comfort while caring for the environment, and yak wool allows us to do just that.
OUR HISTORY:
UNEXPECTED BEGINNINGS
Our story is not an uncommon tale. We saw a problem that needed fixing and set our minds to fix it. Lots of dedication and plenty of failure along the way helped us create the most awesome socks you’ve ever had. In the process, we found our calling to shake up an antiquated industry and better people's lives along the way.
Fed up by sameness
Our journey started with the search for the softest, most comfortable socks on the market. We found socks in all kinds of crazy color and patterns, but nothing with the quality we demanded. To get the comfort we demanded, we had to look past the colorful patterns and into the fabric itself
The hunt for something new
We knew there had to be something better out there, but where would we find a material that met our expectations? The answer ended up being on the other side of the earth and about 18,000 feet higher than we expected. We discovered yak wool from the most remote, untamed regions of Mongolia.
A revolution was started
Yak wool rivals the softness of the finest cashmere. The incredible warmth, breathability, moisture-wicking, and anti-microbial properties were created by nature to protect the yak from some of the world's harshest environments. Coincidentally, these are also great features to have in a sock.
HAPPY YAK CORE VALUES:
At Happy Yak we seek to create a culture of caring beyond simply making sales. Through our business we seek to help herders maintain their traditional nomadic lifestyles.
Happiness One Step at a Time
Respect for the planet
Yaks live in some of nature’s harshest, most remote and most untamed regions. This raw, wild beauty is fragile and threatened. We strive to maintain, support, educate and encourage an environmentally sustainable business that lives in balance with the world around it.
Respect for the animals
Yak cashmere is only available at select times during the year. Because of this, Happy Yak products are unique season to season. Unlike the merino industry, yak cashmere is not grown on industrialized, corporate farms that pump out product year round.
Respect for the people
We believe in community improvement both locally and abroad. Happy Yak helps to bring a source of economic stability to communities by buying straight from local herders. This means better quality, better product, and better lives.
Why is Yak Cashmere Better?
Yak is 44% warmer per weight than merino wool.
Yak has 66% better moisture wicking than sheep wool.
Naturally odor resistant = wear them for days
Sustainable and not factory farmed. Our yak cashmere is hand-gathered once a year by nomadic herders.
Yak is hypo-allergenic and not itchy. Allergic to wool? You will love yak.
Yak is soft as cashmere. With a fiber diameter of 14-17 microns.
Welcome to the world of eco-conscious luxury with our range of products crafted from the finest yak wool! At Happy Yak, we believe in delivering unparalleled comfort while caring for the environment, and yak wool allows us to do just that. Unlike merino wool, yak wool possesses exceptional thermal properties that provide superior insulation in colder climates, keeping you warm and cozy on the coldest of days. But that's not all – yak wool is also naturally hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin, ensuring a blissful, irritation-free experience for our valued customers.
Not only do our yak wool products benefit our customers, but they also leave a lighter footprint on the planet. The process of obtaining yak wool is more sustainable and environmentally friendly compared to conventional merino wool production. Yaks, native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas and Central Asia, have adapted to survive in extreme conditions with minimal impact on their surroundings. They require no extra feed and graze on natural vegetation, significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Additionally, our commitment to ethical sourcing ensures that the yak wool is collected responsibly, supporting local communities and promoting fair trade practices
Happy Yak - Where it came from?
