Shetland Crewneck Sweater

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

In the grey version, the yarn expresses a medium, neutral tone with a natural mélange that blends light and dark fibers—the most authentic grey there is, typical of undyed Shetland wool. 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 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 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 fibers that are warm, elastic, and resistant while maintaining remarkable lightness.

The resulting wool is recognizable by its dry, slightly coarse, 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 lightweight 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 the garment maintain its shape over time.

The slightly fuzzy surface and the subtle chromatic variations of the yarn make each color deeper and less uniform, especially in mélange 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 the Shetland wool to emerge.

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

Details

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