Shetland Crewneck Sweater

An essential crewneck, built around what truly matters: good wool, a good knit, and nothing superfluous. Made 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 dark brown variant, the yarn expresses a deep, dark brown tone, almost the color of dry mud, with a dense melange that absorbs light and gives the garment a quiet, authoritative presence. 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 narrow and well-defined, while the cuffs and hem are finished with compact ribbing, capable of maintaining 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 craftsmanship that define the character of the sweater.

It all begins with the Shetland sheep

The Shetland Islands are located in the far north 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 resulting wool is recognizable for its dry hand-feel, slightly coarse and naturally lively. 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 character of the sweater 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 into position when compressed, helping to maintain the shape of the garment over time.

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

A plain Shetland sweater

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

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

Details

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