SAOL Aran Cable Knit, Crew Neck Irish Fisherman's Sweater, Navy Merino Wool, Lg

SAOL Aran Cable Knit, Crew Neck Irish Fisherman's Sweater, Navy Women's Size Large 100% Merino Wool $95 Retail New With Tags A ribbed border hits at the hip of the sweater, and delicate ribbing also decorates the wrists and neckline. ■ SAOL’s Merino wool blend is designed for ultimate softness and durability, and it makes the sweater an elegant layering piece for cooler months. ■ We recommend prolonging the life of your garment by washing it in lukewarm water with a mild detergent and drying it flat. Aran sweaters are a staple of Irish design, and no trip to the Emerald Isle is complete without bringing home one or two. Our Ladies Aran Tunic Sweater is made in Ireland, and it is a wonderful example of authentic Irish knitting without the cost of a vacation. Made by Saol, the lovely tunic sweater is a beautifully modern take on a classic Irish look. The Aran sweater is iconic, but its history only goes back a little over 100 years. Around that time, locals on the Aran Islands began knitting the heavy, itchy garments to keep them warm and dry while fishing in the Atlantic Ocean. Before the advent of Gore-Tex, the Islanders had to get creative to stay dry, but luckily they had access to sheep’s wool, which was rich in lanolin, a naturally produced oil that, when the yarn was knitted tightly, would cause garments to repel water.