Light Rose Grey Alpacas

A grey formed by fawn or brown fibers intermixed with white, giving a warm, pinkish cast.

Show code
LRG
Color family
Grey
Approximate shade
#D2BFB4

Good to know

  • Rose greys are among the rarer colors
  • Grey over-dyes into beautiful heathered, smoky tones — think slate blue, heather purple and moss.

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FAQ

How common are light rose grey alpacas?
White and fawn shades are the most common; true blacks, rose greys and appaloosas are among the rarer colors.
Can you dye light rose grey alpaca fiber?
Grey over-dyes into beautiful heathered, smoky tones — think slate blue, heather purple and moss.
Does color affect fiber quality?
Historically white and light colors were bred for fineness first, so dark fleeces were often coarser. Decades of selective breeding have narrowed the gap considerably.