Holzweiler’s strongest documented strength is its scarves, the product that launched the brand and still defines it. Scandinavia Standard named a Holzweiler striped mohair, alpaca and wool scarf among the warmest scarves for winter, noting the label began as a scarf company and calling the quality excellent. Good On You rates the brand “Good” for sustainability, crediting its long-lasting products, lower-impact materials such as organic cotton, reuse of textile offcuts and recycled packaging. One creator summed up the brand’s appeal in a review of a Holzweiler coat, praising the “beautiful clothing, best customer service and responsible shopping!” Holzweiler is a family-run Oslo fashion house founded by siblings Susanne and Andreas Holzweiler. It started with luxury scarves before expanding into ready-to-wear under creative director Maria Skappel Holzweiler. What sets it apart is a warm Scandinavian palette, cozy-yet-polished knits and sportswear, and frequent collaborations with artists, architects and circular-fashion collectives, all built around sustainability pillars that cover climate, human rights, traceability and customer engagement.
The scarf range is still the hero. The Fresia scarf lists around $170 to $195 at SSENSE, the Aster Check scarf around $210 to $235 (with an Open Tassels version around $260), and the Bambino XS scarf around $170 to $185. Fabrics include alpaca blends (one Aster-style check scarf is 80% alpaca and 20% nylon), lambswool, cashmere and wool. Holzweiler says it uses recycled wool in many of its lambswool scarves. The Dipper Solid scarf is a cashmere-wool blend with the brand’s embroidered hanger logo. Ready-to-wear includes chunky knits such as the Hafjell Sweater and Ripple Cardigan, crochet pieces such as the Rosie cardigan, tank and maxi skirt, shirts, outerwear, beanies, mittens and down gloves. Retailers such as SSENSE frequently discount Holzweiler by 50% to 75% at season’s end. On Holzweiler’s European web store, taxes and duties are included, shipping is free over €300, and returns are accepted within 14 days for a €15 fee.
The honest caveat: Holzweiler’s own Trustpilot profile (holzweiler.no) scores just 2.2 from 24 reviews, and complaints focus on service. One buyer reported “Customer service has since stopped responding to my emails,” and another described “Receiving a used and unclean jacket at full price (€285).”
✅ Scarf specialists from the start, with Scandinavia Standard praising their excellent quality
✅ Alpaca, mohair, cashmere and lambswool blends for serious warmth
✅ Recycled wool used in many lambswool scarves, according to the brand
✅ Good On You sustainability rating of “Good”
✅ Long-lasting products and reuse of textile offcuts, according to Good On You
✅ A distinctive warm Scandinavian palette and soft patterns
✅ Ready-to-wear knits, crochet, shirts and outerwear from an Oslo design house
✅ Artist and architect collaborations make for collectible pieces
✅ Stocked by SSENSE, Garmentory and other luxury retailers
✅ End-of-season discounts at SSENSE often reach 50% to 75%
✅ Taxes and duties included on EU web store orders
✅ Owners praise how warm and comfy the coats are
❌ Holzweiler’s own Trustpilot score is 2.2 from 24 reviews
❌ Customer service often stops responding, according to several reviews
❌ One buyer received a used, unclean jacket at full price
❌ A short 14-day return window with a €15 return fee on the EU store
❌ Some buyers feel pieces are low quality for the price
❌ Lost-parcel cases pushed back onto the customer, according to one reviewer
❌ Wool and alpaca pieces can pill and need gentle care
We reviewed Holzweiler’s Trustpilot profile (holzweiler.no, 24 reviews, a 2.2 TrustScore), SSENSE and Garmentory product listings and pricing, Holzweiler’s material and care guide, Good On You’s sustainability rating, and Scandinavia Standard’s editorial pick. Note that holzweiler.com is an unrelated German village website. With a small review sample and limited access, we relied heavily on product specs and editorial assessments. GlossGirly has no commercial relationship with Holzweiler that affects this verdict.
Holzweiler earned its following through scarves, and they remain the best reason to buy. The range spans oversized checks, fringed Aster styles, soft Fresia designs, compact Bambino scarves and solid cashmere-wool Dipper scarves with an embroidered hanger logo. Materials are chosen for warmth. One check scarf is 80% alpaca and 20% nylon with fringed ends, and Holzweiler’s striped knit scarves blend mohair, alpaca and sheep’s wool. Scandinavia Standard called one long enough to wrap several times and seriously warm. Holzweiler’s material guide explains that it uses recycled wool in many lambswool scarves to lower the environmental cost, and that lambswool naturally resists wrinkles, regulates temperature and repels dirt. The trade-off with natural fibers is pilling. Holzweiler recommends a cashmere comb for hairy wools and picking or shaving pills on flat weaves, plus a washing bag. Sizing for scarves is one-size, and Garmentory notes they fit true to size.
Holzweiler’s ready-to-wear translates the scarf aesthetic into a full wardrobe of cozy knits, crochet sets, relaxed shirts, maxi skirts, outerwear and accessories, in warm solids and soft patterns. Collaborations with artists, poets, architects and circular-fashion collectives give certain collections a collectible edge, and creators praise the coats as both warm and chic. Sustainability is a real part of the brand. Holzweiler frames its work around four pillars: climate and environment, human rights and decent working conditions, traceability and transparency, and customer engagement. Good On You rates it “Good” overall, citing a medium share of lower-impact materials such as organic cotton, long-lasting products, the reuse of some textile offcuts and recycled packaging. It isn’t a fully circular brand, and it does use synthetics such as nylon in some blends, which its own guide acknowledges are not renewable. For shoppers who want Scandinavian minimalism with some environmental thought behind it, Holzweiler sits comfortably in the “better” tier.
Service is where Holzweiler falls down. On its Trustpilot profile, reviewers from Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the U.K. and elsewhere describe incomplete deliveries followed by unanswered emails. One reviewer said she was eventually ghosted after customer service couldn’t resolve her issue, and that she was told to contact the courier herself about a lost package. Another felt the items she received felt cheap and low-quality despite the high prices, and was frustrated at paying for both delivery and returns. A third received a used, unclean €285 jacket sold as new. The EU web store’s policy, a 14-day return window with a €15 fee, adds friction for international buyers. Our advice is to consider buying Holzweiler through a large retailer such as SSENSE, whose return process and customer service you already know. If you buy direct, inspect items right away, photograph any defects, and keep every email.
At full price, Holzweiler is premium-contemporary. Scarves run around $170 to $260 at SSENSE, knitwear around $250 to $450, and statement crochet pieces higher. The value story improves dramatically on sale. SSENSE regularly marks Holzweiler down by 50% to 75%, with scarves around $146 to $148, cardigans from about $70 to $220 and maxi skirts around $67 to $110 in recent markdowns. The Aster Open Tassels scarf has appeared at roughly £55 to £66 at some U.K. retailers. For a scarf you’ll wear every winter for years, full price can be justified by the materials. For ready-to-wear, sale shopping makes much more sense given the mixed quality reports. The EU store includes taxes and duties and ships free over €300, which helps European buyers, but the short return window means you should be confident in sizing before ordering
The Aster Check is the brand’s signature look: an oversized check scarf with fringed or open-tassel ends in warm tonal palettes. Aster-style check scarves use soft alpaca blends (one listing is 80% alpaca and 20% nylon) for warmth without bulk. It’s best as a winter investment piece that dresses up a plain coat. Sale prices can fall dramatically at season’s end. Store it folded rather than hung, de-pill with a cashmere comb, and spot-clean or hand-wash cold as directed.
The Fresia is a softer, everyday scarf in neutral and two-tone colorways such as beige, brown, and blue-and-brown. It’s easier to wear daily than the oversized Aster, and lighter in feel while still warm. It’s best for commuters and as a gift, since it suits almost any coat. SSENSE has listed it on sale around $146. Wool and alpaca fibers can pill with friction from bag straps, so gently comb pills away and air the scarf out between wears instead of washing frequently.
The Dipper Solid is the minimalist’s pick: a soft cashmere-wool blend scarf in solid colors with Holzweiler’s embroidered hanger logo in one corner. Cashmere adds softness and warmth, while wool improves durability and shape retention. It’s best for anyone who wants a quiet-luxury neutral rather than a statement check. Follow cashmere care: hand-wash cold with wool detergent, dry flat, and store with cedar to deter moths. It’s an easy, versatile scarf for both office and weekend wear.
The Ripple Cardigan shows off Holzweiler’s cozy knitwear: a textured, relaxed cardigan in soft neutrals that layers over shirts and dresses. SSENSE has listed it at steep markdowns, around $70 to $97 against list prices of roughly $250 to $345 depending on region. It’s best for sale shoppers who want Scandinavian knitwear at a fair price. Because some buyers question ready-to-wear quality relative to full price, buy it on sale from a retailer with easy returns. Wash cold on a wool cycle and dry flat.
Note: Holzweiler has only 24 Trustpilot reviews, and limited verified customer feedback elsewhere. Positive feedback below comes from attributed creator and editorial sources, and Trustpilot reviewer names were not visible in our access.
Scandinavia Standard called a Holzweiler striped mohair, alpaca and wool scarf seriously warm and one of the warmest scarves around. (paraphrased) — Scandinavia Standard, editorial (Holzweiler striped knitted scarf)
“The warmest & comfiest coat from @HOLZWEILER love love love.” — TikTok creator, social review (Holzweiler coat)
Good On You rates Holzweiler “Good” overall, citing long-lasting products, lower-impact materials and reuse of textile offcuts. (paraphrased) — Good On You, sustainability rating (Holzweiler brand)
“Everything I received feels cheap and low-quality, despite the high prices.” — Trustpilot reviewer, name not shown (1 star, Holzweiler order)
“They would ask you to contact the courier yourself if your package is lost.” — Trustpilot reviewer, name not shown (1 star, Lost delivery)
Holzweiler is worth it for its scarves, which are warm, beautifully patterned investment pieces in alpaca, wool and cashmere, and for sale-priced knitwear with a distinctive Scandinavian look. Buy through a major retailer such as SSENSE for easier returns and frequent 50% to 75% markdowns. If ordering direct, check sizes carefully, inspect items on arrival, and act within the 14-day return window.
Feature | Holzweiler | Acne Studios | Totême | Ganni | Samsøe Samsøe | Norse Projects |
Origin | Oslo, Norway | Stockholm, Sweden | Stockholm, Sweden | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen, Denmark |
Signature item | Check and alpaca scarves | Oversized wool scarves | Monogram scarves, tailoring | Playful ready-to-wear | Everyday basics | Functional menswear |
Price level | Premium-contemporary | Premium | Premium | Mid to premium | Mid | Mid to premium |
Sustainability rating | Good (Good On You) | Check site | Check site | Check site | Check site | Check site |
Direct returns | 14 days, €15 fee (EU store) | Check site | Check site | Check site | Check site | Check site |
Trustpilot rating | 2.2 (24 reviews) | Not checked | Not checked | Not checked | Not checked | Not checked |
Holzweiler is a premium-contemporary Oslo fashion house, best known for scarves around $170 to $260 and knitwear around $250 to $450 at full price.
Holzweiler scarves use alpaca blends, lambswool (often recycled), mohair, cashmere and wool, sometimes blended with nylon for strength
Good On You rates Holzweiler “Good,” citing long-lasting products, lower-impact materials, offcut reuse and recycled packaging.
Holzweiler’s EU web store accepts returns within 14 days with a €15 return fee. Retailers such as SSENSE have their own policies.
Its 24 reviews mostly cite slow or unresponsive customer service, incomplete deliveries and return costs, rather than scarf quality.
Holzweiler’s scarves are the real deal. They’re warm, soft and beautifully patterned in alpaca, wool and cashmere, from a family-run Oslo house that started with exactly this product. The ready-to-wear extends that cozy Scandinavian aesthetic into knits, crochet and outerwear, and the brand’s “Good” sustainability rating and recycled-wool use add substance to the style.
The caveats are about buying direct. A 2.2 Trustpilot score reflects unresponsive service, incomplete or lost deliveries, a used item sold as new, and a short, paid return window. Some buyers also feel ready-to-wear quality doesn’t match full prices. Buy scarves with confidence, buy knitwear on sale, and buy through a trusted retailer when you can. On those terms, Holzweiler is a stylish, worthwhile pick.
Category | Score |
Scarves | 9.3/10 |
Design & Style | 9.2/10 |
Materials | 8.7/10 |
Sustainability | 8.3/10 |
Price & Value | 6.5/10 |
Return Policy | 5.5/10 |
Customer Service | 4.5/10 |
Review Transparency | 4.5/10 |
Overall | 7.0/10 |