Shetland Wool Sheep Necklace - Red

Shetland Sheep Crewneck

Product description

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 knitted in Italy in our workshops. This crewneck in the red version recreates the color 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 bold, vibrant, and instantly recognizable character, maintaining that balance between irony and elegance that has made it a timeless motif. A pullover full of personality, made with the quality of materials and craftsmanship that distinguishes De Paz collections.

A motif that made history

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

In 1981, shortly before her wedding to Prince Charles, Diana appeared at a polo match wearing a striking red pullover populated by 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 poignant metaphor for Diana's individuality and her ability to stand out from the conventions of the royal family.

A meaning never stated by the Princess on the occasion of 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 part of the history of De Paz.

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

Today, Lady De Paz has decided to bring it back to her collection, reintroducing it through that combination of British textile culture and Italian craftsmanship 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 made in Italy by a specialized manufacturer, thus combining the authentic character of the Scottish textile tradition with Italian manufacturing expertise.

A new edition produced in limited quantities, dedicated to those who love garments capable of telling a story and standing out without compromising on quality.

Shetland wool and Real Intarsia craftsmanship

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

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

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 appearance and personality that have made Shetland a protagonist in the great tradition of Scottish knitwear.

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

A technique particularly suited to such a characteristic motif, capable of combining design precision, knitwear tradition, and craftsmanship quality.

Details

• 100% Scottish Shetland wool

• Real Intarsia craftsmanship

• Yarn selected and imported by De Paz

• Made in Italy by a specialized manufacturer

• Crewneck

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

• Color: red

• Made in Italy

• Limited edition