Shetland Crew Neck Sweater

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

In the yellow version, the yarn expresses a warm, sunny tone—a golden yellow with a slightly fuzzy surface that softens the brightness of the color, giving it a natural and wearable presence. The knit surface is slightly lively and fuzzy, with a tactile texture that gains depth and character depending on the light.

The crew neck is narrow 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 character of the sweater.

It all starts 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 by 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 is born from the wool

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

The slightly fuzzy surface and the 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 decoration. The simplicity of the construction places the quality of the yarn and the regularity of the knit at the center, allowing the authentic character of Shetland wool to emerge.

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

Details

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