Shetland Crewneck Sweater

An essential crewneck, built around what truly matters: good wool, a good knit, and nothing superfluous. Crafted from 100% Scottish Shetland wool, it features a clean, natural silhouette, with a compact crewneck, long sleeves, and a simple construction that lets the material take center stage.

In the beige variant, the yarn expresses one of the most natural tones of Shetland wool—warm, neutral, with a melange that evokes the raw color of undyed fleece. The surface of the knit is slightly lively and fuzzy, with a tactile texture that gains depth and character depending on the light.

The crewneck is snug and well-defined, while the cuffs and hem are finished in compact ribbing, capable of holding the garment's shape without stiffening its line. The knit is regular and precise, free of superfluous decorative elements: it is the yarn, the color, and the quality of the craftsmanship that define the sweater's character.

It all begins with the Shetland sheep

The Shetland Islands are located at the northernmost point of Scotland, in a territory exposed to wind, rain, and the Atlantic. It is in this environment that the Shetland sheep has developed a particularly versatile fleece, capable of offering warm, elastic, and resistant fibers while maintaining remarkable lightness.

The wool derived from it is recognizable for its dry, slightly rustic, and naturally lively hand. It does not seek artificial softness: its charm lies precisely in the structure of the fiber and its ability to gain character with use.

The sweater's character stems from the wool

The classic Shetland has a compact yet light knit that is elastic and naturally thermal. The fiber retains a certain "life" to the touch and tends to spring back when compressed, helping to maintain the garment's shape over time.

The slightly fuzzy surface and subtle chromatic variations of the yarn make every color deeper and less uniform, especially in melange shades.

A plain Shetland sweater

This is the sweater that needs no embellishments. The simplicity of the construction centers on the quality of the yarn and the regularity of the knit, allowing the authentic character of the Shetland wool to emerge.

The result is an essential and timeless pullover, easy to wear but recognizable for its material, texture, and quality of workmanship.

Details

• 100% Scottish Shetland wool
• Crewneck
• Simple, regular knit
• Ribbed cuffs and hem
• Slightly fuzzy, tactile surface
• Color: beige
• Made in Italy
• Lady De Paz