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Irish Aran Shawl-collar Cardigan, "Aran Legacy"

Product ID: 306711

In just a century since they first appeared, the textured wool sweaters of the Aran Islands have become “as tenacious an international symbol of... more

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In just a century since they first appeared, the textured wool sweaters of the Aran Islands have become "as tenacious an international symbol of Ireland as the harp and shamrock," writes fashion historian Deirdre McQuillan. It wasn't until the home crafts movement in the early 1900s that Aran's distinctive patterns became known around the world. Today, from tourist shops to fashion shows, one can find sweaters based on stitches that were invented by grandmothers and great-grandmothers only a few generations ago.

  • 0.86 kgs
  • 1.9 lbs
  • Garment Measurements
  • 71.1 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 119.4 cm Bust/chest x 83.8 cm Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 28" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 47" Bust/chest x 33" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 76.2 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 134.6 cm Bust/chest x 88.9 cm Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 30" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 53" Bust/chest x 35" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 68.6 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 111.8 cm Bust/chest x 81.3 cm Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 27" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 44" Bust/chest x 32" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 73.7 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 127 cm Bust/chest x 86.4 cm Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 29" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 50" Bust/chest x 34" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 73.7 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 127 cm Bust/chest x 86.4 cm Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
  • 29" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 50" Bust/chest x 34" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

  • 100% wool
  • Dry clean only
  • Features a button closure
  • Made in Ireland
  • Ships fast from USA
  • Product ID: 306711

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Peter

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May 09, 2014

“Outrageous shipping and handling-$53.90”

Due to the outrageous shipping and handling charges; I have no product comments.

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Beowulf

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Dec 26, 2011

“Very well made in Ireland; a classic!”

This is a classic sweater in the button up cardigan style, made in Ireland by Carraig Donn, a highly regarded maker of Aran sweaters and other wool garments. Its highly versatile: It can be worn with a dress shirt and tie in all but formal business environments, yet it looks equally good with a black T-shirt and jeans. The sweater is 100% wool. As such, it has the best properties of wool, such as warmth and moisture-wicking. I find it ideal for use in the 35-55 degree Farenheit range, with no jacket on top of the sweater. (For lower temperatures, a jacket over it would work fine). Note that it does not have any man-made fibers such as acrylic or nylon; some makers make their sweaters with 10-20% of these fibers to lower costs, but they also can have the advantage of adding strength or helping a sweater keep its form. Bottom line: Very high quality, made with nothing but pure new wool -- but you do have to treat it nicely (dry cleaning is best, as is keeping it folded and away from moths!) The only (minor) negatives about this item are: Because its 100% new wool, it is a bit itchy against exposed skin - but not a problem at all so long as you wear long sleeves underneath. Also, the buttoms are resin. Hardwood would make it a real classic, but also much more expensive and the resin buttons are almost indistinguishable from hardwood unless you examine them closely. All in all, a very nice item that you wont easily find unless you travel to Ireland. Its worth the price, as it will probably last 10 or 15 years if you take care of it.

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ZL

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Feb 06, 2014

“Sizes dont match up”

I liked the sweater, but the thing was way too small. I would think that a XXL would be plenty big enough for me, because I usually wear an XL. I couldnt even get the sweater on it was so small. It was probably truer to size L.

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S

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Feb 18, 2025

“With no heat in our home at -20 degrees wool is priceless =]”

After neighbors moved in 2+ years ago with much wireless and an outdoor soaking tub spouse and I learned the hard way what it means to become seriously Electromagnetic & ILFN / Pipeline Gas Syndrome - Hypersensitive. Disabling symptoms with painful throat, esophageal, and stomach spasms, near constant nausea, dizziness, terrific headaches, little sleep with frequent nightmares, and loss of hope for the future we worked decades for. Our Drs encouraged us to talk about our pain and what we learn since similar things are happening at alarming rates across the globe. ~ Please read more at fireforged.ca, gas pipeline syndrome, and Geovital Academy Austria and watch the video: Infrasound Low Frequency Noise by Periera to recognize symptoms you may be having. And learn to resolve them as much as possible. * Please help us enact laws that protect Human Life 1st; not equipment. So sensitive now all electrical must be off at night, this sweater was lovely, well made and warm. Thanku

to maintain warmth and sanity without heat in sub zero weather
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Mara

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Jan 31, 2025

“Simply the coziest and most versatile coat we own”

I bought TWO of these coats last year on sale for my husband and I. They are cozy and soft, but rugged and are warm with a zip-out liner that allows you to wear just the coat. Deep pockets, a soft leather collar adn quality construction . it should last many years of winter and travel wear.

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Dan

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Jan 31, 2025

“As anticipated”

Looks good and feels good

Purchased Item Aran Islands Classic, Men's Irish Wool Pullover Sweater

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