An Angora goat. Mohair /ˈmoʊhɛər/ is usually a silk-like fabric or yarn made from the hair of the Angora goat. Both durable and resilient, mohair is notable for its high luster and sheen, which has helped gain it the nickname the Diamond Fiber, and is often used in fiber blends to add these qualities to a textile. Mohair takes dye exceptionally well.