It's a great material for trapping in heat, which is why so many blankets and throws are of the sherpa variety these days. This heat trapping quality also makes it ideal for snuggling up with on a cold winter's day or night.

Sherpa blankets are made from materials like cotton, acrylic, or polyester. These are also known as faux shearling or faux sheepskin.

A: Sherpa blankets are versatile and perfect for all seasons. They provide warmth and coziness in the winter but are also breathable enough to be used in the summer.

Sherpa fabric gets its name from a group of Tibetan people who inhabit mountains in Nepal. Due to the cold temperatures, the Sherpa often dress in warm, wool-lined attire. Other people became intrigued by this soft, comfortable material, and it wasn't long before sherpa fabric took off.

Benefits of Sherpa

• Synthetic material is easy to clean.
• The loft makes sherpa-lined products incredibly warm.
• Can insulate better than shearling, without the weight or bulk.
• Wicks moisture and dries quickly.
• It's less expensive than shearling products.
• Mimics the look of wool, but does not use animal products.

Many Sherpas are highly regarded as elite mountaineers and experts in their local area. They were valuable to early explorers of the Himalayan region, serving as guides at the extreme altitudes of the peaks and passes in the region, particularly for expeditions to climb Mount Everest.

Nepal Typically made out of cotton, polyester, or acrylic fibers - or a combination of the three - sherpa can sometimes be made of wool or even bamboo. Named after the wool-lined clothing worn by the Sherpa people of Nepal, sherpa is also frequently called faux-shearling because of its sheep-like resemblance.

Nepal Supporting NepalSaying 'Made in Nepal' means the world to us – socially, economically and environmentally. Because we are Sherpa-founded, we are very pleased to report that many of our products come directly from Kathmandu.

Sherpa may be trending now because most style trends from the '90s are coming back. The vintage look is being sold in most stores now as major staple pieces, including mom jeans, crop tops, oversized flannels, plaid skirts, overalls - the list goes on.

Sherpa is a curly piled fabric structure made of synthetic yarns like acrylic or polyester. The texture is soft and fluffy, useful in jackets resembling wool or sheepskin on the piled side. Sherpa fleece is a knitted type of fabric usable in line clothing and winter wear.

Many Sherpas are highly regarded as elite mountaineers and experts in their local area. They were valuable to early explorers of the Himalayan region, serving as guides at the extreme altitudes of the peaks and passes in the region, particularly for expeditions to climb Mount Everest.

Sherpas are a Nepalese ethnic group renowned for their rich culture, superior climbing skills and extreme endurance for high altitudes.