Did you know the Aran sweater, a highly recognizable symbol of Ireland, will feature as an iconic fashion design of the twentieth century in an exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art, New York? Is Fashion Modern? opens on October 1, 2017 and runs through January 28, 2018, at the Museum of Modern Art, West […]
A Giveaway From The Aran Sweater Market To Celebrate Saint Patrick
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day folks! I hope everyone has a wonderful time celebrating our Irish heritage. To help mark the occasion in true Irish style I’ve teamed up with the Aran Sweater Market to host a very special giveaway. The first prize is a child’s Aran sweater, and the second prize is a child’s Aran jacket/cardigan. But […]
History Of The Aran Sweater Plus A Giveaway From Standún, Spiddal
Hand knitting is an ancient craft, perfected by the people of Ireland, where sheep and wool are plentiful. The Aran sweater has evolved into a national icon, and I consider it to be Ireland’s most significant contribution to international style. In today’s post we’ll explore the origins of these traditional Irish sweaters and I’ll introduce […]
