As if the colours of a clear winter sky had been captured in wool. This Fisherman Out of Ireland sweater has a soft ice-blue base scattered with tiny flecks of yellow, pink, purple and other shades. Calm and refined from a distance, surprisingly colourful up close.

That is exactly what makes this sweater so enjoyable to wear. The fresh blue shade looks beautiful with denim, but also works wonderfully with cream, dark blue, grey or soft pastels. The small touches of colour also give you plenty of opportunity to pick out a different shade from the knit with a scarf, bag or jewellery.

The generous roll neck creates a beautiful contrast with the fresh colour while providing wonderful warmth around the neck. Wear it high and loose for a relaxed, cosy look, or fold it over once more for a more compact roll neck. A small change to the collar gives the whole sweater an instantly different appearance.

The colourful flecks are characteristic of the Donegal look. This traditional Irish style is named after County Donegal and is known for its tweed-like character, with small coloured fibres remaining visible throughout the yarn. They add depth to the knit and make the ice-blue shade anything but ordinary.

The sweater is made from 100% merino wool. This natural wool feels pleasantly soft, keeps you comfortably warm and is easy to wear without feeling heavy. The wool used is also mulesing-free. Mulesing is a procedure in which skin is removed from around a sheep’s hindquarters to help prevent problems caused by fly larvae. Mulesing-free wool comes from sheep that have not undergone this procedure, making it a more animal-friendly choice.

Wear it on a cold morning with your favourite jeans and boots, or combine it with a skirt or trousers for a more feminine look. The ice-blue shade brings exactly the touch of freshness a winter wardrobe can use on darker days.

• Brand: Fisherman Out of Ireland
• Model: Donegal Polo Neck Sweater
• Fit: Comfortable feminine fit with long sleeves and a generous roll neck
• Composition: 100% mulesing-free merino wool
• Colour palette: Ice Blue – soft ice-blue shade with subtle yellow, pink, purple and other coloured flecks
• Details: Generous roll neck that can be worn in different ways, characteristic Donegal look and ribbed finishes at the collar, cuffs and hem
• Production: Sustainably and artisanally made in Europe (Ireland)
• Care instructions: Hand wash or use a cold wool wash programme; preferably wash in a protective laundry bag with a mild wool detergent and dry flat on a towel to keep the shape and natural fibres in optimal condition