Shetland Sheep Crewneck

A pullover with an unmistakable character, where the tradition of British knitwear meets the ironic and refined spirit of Lady De Paz.

Made from 100% Scottish Shetland wool, using the Real Intarsia technique. The yarn is selected and imported by De Paz and then processed in Italy in our workshops. This crewneck in the red variant revives the coloring that made the motif famous: a flock of small white sheep interrupted, on the front, by a single black sheep.

The red enhances the contrast of the design and gives the garment a decisive, lively, and immediately recognizable character, maintaining that balance between irony and elegance that has made it a timeless motif. A pullover rich in personality, made with the quality of materials and manufacturing that distinguishes De Paz collections.

A motif that made history

The inspiration comes from one of the most recognizable pullovers worn by Lady Diana Spencer.

In 1981, shortly before her marriage to Prince Charles, Diana appeared at a polo match wearing a striking red pullover adorned with white sheep and a single black sheep.

Two years later, she publicly wore the same motif again. Over time, that single black sheep surrounded by the flock became a evocative metaphor for Diana's individuality and her ability to stand out from the conventions of the royal family.

A meaning never declared by the Princess during her first appearance, but which became inextricably linked to one of her most iconic looks.

A return from the De Paz archive

For us, this design also tells a part of De Paz's history.

We had already chosen and proposed it many years ago, when a previous interpretation achieved extraordinary success and quickly sold out.

Today, Lady De Paz has decided to bring it back into her collection, re-proposing it through that combination of British textile culture and Italian manufacturing that has always represented a fundamental part of our identity.

The 100% Shetland wool yarn comes from Scotland and is selected and imported directly by De Paz. The garment is then manufactured in Italy by a specialized workshop, thus combining the authentic character of Scottish textile tradition with Italian manufacturing expertise.

A new edition produced in limited quantities, dedicated to those who love garments that tell a story and stand out without compromising on quality.

Shetland wool and Real Intarsia craftsmanship

Shetland wool owes its name to the remote Shetland Islands, an archipelago located in the far north of Scotland and home to an indigenous sheep breed that has adapted over centuries to an environment characterized by wind, humidity, and harsh climate.

This tradition gives rise to a wool particularly appreciated in British knitwear for its balance of warmth, lightness, and resistance.

Its surface retains a naturally lively texture and a slightly more rustic feel compared to extremely fine and uniform wools. It is precisely this characteristic that gives it that authentic look and personality that have made Shetland a protagonist of the great tradition of Scottish knitwear.

In this pullover, the yarn is worked using the Real Intarsia technique, a particular knit construction that allows figurative motifs to be created by separately using different colors within the same panel. The sheep are therefore not applied or printed on the surface: the design is born directly from the knitting process, becoming an integral part of the garment's structure.

A technique particularly suitable for such a distinctive motif, capable of combining design precision, knitting tradition, and manufacturing quality.

Details

• 100% Scottish Shetland wool

• Real Intarsia knit

• Yarn selected and imported by De Paz

• Manufactured in Italy by a specialized workshop

• Crewneck

• All-over motif with white sheep and a single black sheep on the front

• Color: red

• Made in Italy

• Limited edition

PRE-ORDER — LIMITED EDITION

This item is available for pre-order and will be produced in limited quantities.

By pre-ordering, you can reserve your size before the product's regular availability.

Estimated shipping: SHIPMENTS WILL OCCUR IN EARLY OCTOBER 2026

Due to the limited nature of production, some sizes and colors may not be available again once sold out.