Kids Essential Merino Crew Top
Why families love it
Super-soft merino wool
Designed to fit for 3+ years
Machine washable + dryer safe
Quick-drying and breathable
Between sizes? See the full fit guide.
Product details
NEW Wildhaven Essentials - Same great base layers streamlined to their fundamentals. The cozy warmth of our mid-weight 100% merino fabric PLUS our growth-spurt proof design—without any unnecessary extras. These are the clothes you (and they) will reach for every day - the Essentials.
Our Essential Crew Top is the perfect long-sleeve thermal layer for everyday. Soft, warm merino wool provides protection for cold-weather outdoor play but also breathes so they won't overheat. The raglan sleeves and extra long cuffs ensure this shirt will fit for years, even through the growth spurts! Our pure merino is also machine-wash AND dryable meaning hassle-free cleaning for busy outdoor-loving families.
Wondering if it will match our other colors? Our Essentials Collection is designed to coordinate with our Signature and Ultra Cozy colors!
- Birch Sky - pairs perfectly with Birch, Alaska and Ultra Cozy Ocean colorways
- Fireweed - matches Fireweed and Ultra Cozy Berry colorways
- Twilight - matches Twilight and Ultra Cozy Berry colorways
Size + fit
Materials + care
Shipping + returns
Orders ship within 2–3 business days. We offer free U.S. shipping on orders over $200, with delivery typically taking 7–10 business days by Priority Mail or 2–3 weeks by Economy shipping. Local pickup is also available in Haines.
We offer free returns and full refunds on unworn items, along with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you need a return, replacement, or refund, just email info@wildhavenwools.com.
If your woolies get a hole or snag, just email info@wildhavenwools.com and we’ll send free iron-on patches to help extend their life.
How they fit in real life
Our woolies are designed to grow with your kiddo! Learn more on our fit page.
This merino wool crew neck top is highly praised by customers. The "colors are amazing" and "fabric is soft," making it a favorite among children. Customers said kids enthusiastically request to wear it repeatedly, with some wearing it "up to three days in a row." The quality and appeal lead to immediate excitement upon delivery.
I was initially a little hesitant to spend this much on kids clothes but this has been my son's favorite top for the last year. My son also has autism and sensory challenges and loves this top. He would wear it every single day if he could. It gets thrown in the washer and dryer with other clothes and still looks great and all the stains have washed right out. It is light enough to wear alone in the spring and fall when it keeps him warm on chilly mornings and he doesn't overheat on the hot afternoons. I wish you sold larger sizes because I know he will want another when he finally grows out of this. The cuffs really do allow for a lot of growth. I don't know know if we will get a full 3 years of wear but we didn't get it right when he could have first worn it either.
Absolutely love our woolies. The colors are amazing, the fabric is soft, and my kids want to wear theirs on repeat, and sometimes they do...up to three days in a row. Just bought this crew neck for my daughter, and the moment I opened the box she was screaming for it (in typical 15 month old fashion). Love wildhaven!
I purchased 5 outfits for my children, a mix of the ultra cozy crew top, explorer merino crew, and ultra cozy jogger pants. My kiddos are picky and 1 has eczema, they all call them their soft cozy clothes and won't take them off. We are in upstate NY so we get cold winters- these outfits kept the kids warm during riding lessons and in the snow. The best part is that they can grow with the kids. I researched many different brands and this is the only brand I could find with pants that didn't look like jammies. I have washed them several times now with no pilling or problems. With such a large family it's important for us to buy quality clothes to be passed down. I'm very happy with my purchase and have 5 more sets in my cart right now ready to buy.
Good quality base layers. Washed up nicely per care instructions. Thankful this is designed to last longer than a year.
The colors are more vibrant in person and is the perfect thickness. My daughter currently wears a 2T so she’s got plenty of room to grow. The price is expensive but so worth it with quality, size range, small business support and repairs included!
Thank you so much for your kind review! I am glad you like the colors, pickuing them out is my favorite part ;) Julia
We love all Wildhaven products!
ZQ from New Zealand
Sustainable merino wool production. Learn More.
Responsible Wool Standard
Supports animal welfare and land stewardship. Learn More.
OEKO-TEX Certified
Tested for harmful substances. Learn More.
bluesign® Approved
Safer chemistry and lower environmental impact. Learn More.
Growth-spurt Proof
Made to last.
Our base layers are designed so you will only need one set to last several years. Grow-with-me design means our clothes fit 3x longer than conventional kids clothing, saving our customers time and money and keeping waste out of the landfill.
We don't want you to buy more. We want you to buy one quality set you will use, and wear them everyday.
What is Sustainable Fashion?
Better materials, less waste.
At Wildhaven, we call ourselves a "sustainable kids clothing brand", but what does that mean? To us, that means using natural biodegradable materials like merino wool and sourcing from ethical factories with the highest eco-standards. It also means making practical durable kids clothes that last, not just for one season, but for years.
