The Vrou Vrou Blanket is a celebration of colour.
Inspired by our archive of historic patterns, the design revisits two classic textile traditions: the bold geometry of Harris Tweed checks and the textured dimension of the waffle weave.
By experimenting with intersections of colour and enlarging the familiar plaid structure, the Vrou Vrou transforms heritage into something distinctly modern. The result is a graphic, playful, and contemporary blanket, rich in texture and tone. It’s a vibrant patchwork that shifts and changes with every fold.
Soft and breathable it’s perfectly suited for use all year round. It’s a comforting layer in winter and a light, breathable cover through the warmer months.
What’s in a name?
Originally called the ‘Vrou Throw’ after the Afrikaans word for lady. After a series of tongue-twisting mispronunciations and closer definition inspection we nicknamed it the Vrou-Vrou; a play on the phrase ‘frou frou’ meaning heavily ornamental and elaborate (adj.) or a rustling sound of fabric (n.).
Vrou-Vrou Facts
The Vrou-Vrou blanket is woven from Southern African grown cotton on our wide width Dornier looms at the new Mungo Mill in Plettenberg Bay.
The classic waffle weave has a cellular structure which gives the Vrou-Vrou a chunky body and texture. The pure cotton yarn ensures that it remains light and breathable, perfect for year round luxury.
Although called the Vrou Throw, it’s technically a full-sized blanket, made to cover a bed, but also great for an evening stroll or marking your spot by the lake.
Each Vrou-Vrou throw blanket is woven with 9 different coloured yarns. The warp features 5 colour variations and the weft features 4.
Review | My Beloved Mungo Vrou Vrou
I’m currently staying in an Airbnb in Sydney that is quite austere (that’s me being kind).
I sacrificed many prized pieces of clothing so that I could take my beloved with me and still stay within the baggage limit. I’m not sorry. I need to convey this – not only is this blanket keeping me warm (they only gave me a thin duvet cover that doesn’t cover the bed), it is the only thing keeping me sane and reminding me that I will get through this and adorn my soon to be found apartment with several Mungo comforts <3
Thank you for making beautiful things that bring us such joy.
– Lamis Adam
Wendy S (verified owner) –
I purchased this Vrou Vrou blanket in Cypress, and it is worth every penny. The colors and quality of the weave are exceptional. The weight is just right, not too heavy nor too light. Additionally , the shipping was lightning quick. I love the mission statement of this company and will quite happily purchase from them again in the future.
Georgina –
Stunning. I cannot recommend this blanket enough. In Cedarwood it is colorful with much depth without being overwhelming. It is a substantial weight but not too heavy over the duvet. It also washes and dries beautifully.
Ann Marshall (verified owner) –
I recently purchased Boma Cloth in a variety of colors and a king-size Vrou-Vrou blanket. I couldn’t be happier with the products and their packaging. The colors and fabrics are rich with so much depth. The Boma Cloth is a great size – larger than a typical kitchen or hand towel, so they can be used for a variety of purposes. The loop on one corner allows you to hook them wherever. I will definitely purchase products from Mungo again!
Mona (verified owner) –
Beautiful colors that look fantastic on our guest bed. Love the Weave and quality.
Shelby Moravec (verified owner) –
Quality is outstanding, colors are saturated and gorgeous. This is so lovely I may leave the coverlet off all summer!