Deep and dark at first glance, surprisingly colourful up close. The very deep midnight-blue shade of this Fisherman Out of Ireland sweater is brought to life by tiny flecks of red, pink, green and other colours. It is this subtle play of colour that gives the sweater its distinctive character.

The generous roll neck is perfect for wrapping up in as soon as the temperature drops. Wear it high and loose around the neck for a cosy, relaxed look, or fold it over once more for a more compact roll neck. One simple detail is all it takes to change the whole appearance of the sweater.

The small coloured flecks are characteristic of the traditional Donegal look. This Irish knitting style is named after County Donegal and is known for its tweed-like character, with tiny coloured fibres remaining visible throughout the yarn. Against the dark background, these delicate accents stand out beautifully and give the knit far more depth than a plain dark sweater.

The sweater is made from 100% merino wool. This natural wool feels pleasantly soft, provides wonderful warmth and is comfortable 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.

Pair the deep midnight blue with denim for a relaxed look, with cream for a striking contrast, or pick up the pink, red or green flecks in your accessories. A dark sweater that is anything but ordinary, with subtle details that become more interesting the closer you look.

• 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: Seabed – very deep midnight-blue shade with subtle red, pink, green 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