Mons Royale 15 Years Anniversary · Devjour Technologies
The story began with Hannah and Hamish Acland, two farm kids from New Zealand who had a vision. Growing up on highland farms, they knew firsthand the value of merino wool. Its breathability, moisture-wicking properties, and temperature control made it the perfect fabric to withstand any weather extremes.
However, in the early 2000s, Hamish, a Kiwi ski bum living out of a ski bag, faced a dilemma: his base layer wasn’t versatile enough for both mountain adventures and post-ski hangs. Woolly base layers were uninspiring, and his cool cotton graphic tees left him shivering faster than you could say, “don’t eat yellow snow.” With a growing concern about oil-based synthetics filling landfills, he knew there had to be a better way—something that aligned with his values and lifestyle.
That’s when the idea struck – why not bring some style to merino wool, making it perfect for both on and off the mountain? And so, in 2009, Mons Royale was born in Wānaka, New Zealand. Hamish’s skiing expertise and Hannah’s design background, combined with their farming roots, have shaped Mons Royale to the brand it is today.
However, in the early 2000s, Hamish, a Kiwi ski bum living out of a ski bag, faced a dilemma: his base layer wasn’t versatile enough for both mountain adventures and post-ski hangs. Woolly base layers were uninspiring, and his cool cotton graphic tees left him shivering faster than you could say, “don’t eat yellow snow.” With a growing concern about oil-based synthetics filling landfills, he knew there had to be a better way—something that aligned with his values and lifestyle.
That’s when the idea struck – why not bring some style to merino wool, making it perfect for both on and off the mountain? And so, in 2009, Mons Royale was born in Wānaka, New Zealand. Hamish’s skiing expertise and Hannah’s design background, combined with their farming roots, have shaped Mons Royale to the brand it is today.