In order to provide safety and protection to the wearer, this stunning men’s sweater uses two of the most well-known stitching patterns from the Aran Islands: the cable stitch and the honeycomb stitch. The honeycomb stitch serves as a reminder of the wearer’s hard work, while the diamond stitch is a traditional symbol of wealth and treasure.
The Aran Islands, off the west coast of Ireland, have been producing versions of the traditional Aran knit jumper for as long as anybody can remember. They were initially developed by the local ladies to shield their husbands from the elements when they left for work in the morning; today, they are a timeless piece of Irish fashion!