Mons Royale Merino apparel

Mons Royale is a specialized outdoor apparel brand born in the mountain town of Wānaka, New Zealand. Founded in 2009 by former professional freeride skier Hamish Acland and designer Hannah Acland, the brand was created to fill a gap in the market for technical merino wool base layers that combined high performance with modern style and energy. The brand is deeply rooted in New Zealand's high-country farming heritage, as both founders grew up on merino sheep stations.

While the brand's design, testing, and creative direction remain headquartered in New Zealand, the manufacturing of their garments is primarily located in China. Mons Royale partners with world-class facilities like Shanghai Challenge (SCT), a leader in merino garment production known for its vertical manufacturing system and adherence to strict environmental and ethical standards, including BlueSign and OEKO-TEX certifications. The company remains an independent, founder-led entity as of 2026, maintaining its commitment to sustainability as a Certified B Corporation.