A luxury fiber obtained from Angora rabbits, known for its exceptional softness, warmth, and distinctive fuzzy texture. The fiber is often blended with other materials to create warm, lightweight garments.
Named after Ankara (formerly Angora), Turkey, where these rabbits were first domesticated. The city was historically a center for luxury animal fiber production, also giving its name to Angora goats (mohair).
Angora was so prized in 18th-century Europe that Angora rabbits were considered state secrets—France banned their export to protect their luxury textile monopoly. The fiber's unique hollow structure traps air, making it incredibly insulating while remaining surprisingly lightweight.
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