Some colours do not need bold contrasts to stand out. The soft, muted pale blue of this Fisherman Out of Ireland sweater has an almost powdery quality, gaining more depth the closer you look thanks to tiny blue and natural-coloured flecks.

It is precisely this understated colour that makes the sweater so appealing. The pale blue feels refined and feminine, giving your outfit a soft appearance without becoming overly sweet. Pair it with denim for a beautiful tonal look, with white and cream for something fresh and light, or with dark blue to give the colour more strength.

The generous roll neck forms the warm heart of the design. Let it sit loosely around the neck for a relaxed look, or fold it over once more for a more compact and defined collar. With one simple movement, you change not only the neckline but the entire silhouette of the sweater.

Tiny coloured flecks run through the yarn and are characteristic of the traditional Donegal look. This Irish knitting style is named after County Donegal and is known for its tweed-like effect, with small coloured fibres remaining visible in the yarn. Against this pale background they appear particularly subtle, giving the knit an almost painterly quality when viewed up close.

The sweater is made from 100% merino wool. This natural wool feels soft, provides pleasant warmth and is comfortable to wear without feeling heavy. The merino wool 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.

A calm colour with a surprising amount of character: exactly the kind of sweater where the material, the knit and the smallest nuances make all the difference. Beautiful with jeans, but equally striking with a skirt or elegant trousers.

• 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: Blue Mist – softly muted pale blue with subtle blue and natural-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