Travelling to Japan in Winter? Here’s Why You Need Merino Skins Base Layer Thermals Japan in winter feels like stepping into a postcard. Snow-covered landscapes, steaming hot springs, festive lights, and some of the world’s best skiing await adventurous travellers. From wandering the frosty streets of Hokkaido to experiencing Kyoto’s illuminated temples, winter in Japan … Read more

Travelling to the Northern Hemisphere Winter? Don’t Forget Your Merino Thermals! The northern hemisphere winter is a magical time—powdery ski slopes, cozy Christmas markets, the northern lights, and snow-covered cities are just a few highlights. However, it also comes with freezing temperatures that can turn your dream trip into a chilly ordeal if you’re not … Read more

New Range! Merino Skins Lite Available now in Australia! We’re thrilled to introduce our latest innovation, designed to keep you comfortable in both the blazing sun and the crisp air of changing seasons: the Merino Skins Lite collection. Our new lineup includes both men’s and women’s summer weight short-sleeve Merino T-Shirts, alongside their long-sleeve counterparts, … Read more

Merino Skins and Thermo Fleece garments are fully machine washable and tumble, making them incredibly convenient and easy to care for. These high-quality garments are loved by outdoor enthusiasts and urban dwellers alike, thanks to their exceptional warmth, moisture-wicking properties, and natural odour resistance. To ensure your Merino Skins and Thermo Fleece thermals last for … Read more

Merino wool, nature’s miracle fibre What’s so special about merino wool, especially when it’s worn against the skin? Quite a lot actually. Here are a few reasons merino wool is the right choice when it comes to thermal base layers: Thermo Regulation of the human body Merino wool has been around for centuries. It’s the … Read more

It’s all in the science We don’t just use any merino wool, we take great care in handpicking the finest Merino Wool in the world for our thermals.  Our wool must meet all of our strict technical standards before it’s spun into yarn. Meticulously Selected Merino Wool: At Ktena, we are committed to excellence. Each … Read more

Don’t be fooled by cloned, fake or copied Merino Skins and Thermo Fleece garments  PLEASE DO NOT BE FOOLED ENSURE YOU ONLY PURCHASE AUTHENTIC KTENA PRODUCTS AUTHENTICITY Why only purchase authentic Ktena products? All Ktena garments are made in our own factory – designed, knitted, dyed, sewn and packaged in-house under our own supervision. Our strict … Read more

Are you going to Antarctica? Then you’ll need your Merino Skins thermal wear. The best merino base layer thermal wear for Antarctica. We get asked a lot, “how cold does it get in Antarctica” and “what do I need to wear”. Antarctica is the coldest, highest and windiest place on the planet, so it’s important … Read more