MONCLER GRENOBLE electric purple wool & alpaca FAIR ISLE Sweater M
By Moncler
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Moncler Grenoble Fire Isle sweater in electric purple, dark green, black, and white wool (64%), alpaca (24%), and polyamide (12%) exudes bold après-ski style. Fea...
Balenciaga Grey Destroyed Fair Isle Virgin Wool Blend Sweater
By Balenciaga
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Balenciaga Grey Destroyed Fair Isle Virgin Wool Blend Sweater is a striking piece that combines high fashion with edgy, distressed detailing.
Rare F/W 2005 Alexander McQueen Fair-Isle boiled wool Sweater / cardigan
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Rare F/W 2005 Alexander McQueen Fair-Isle boiled wool Sweater / cardigan Designer: Alexander McQueen Brand: Alexander McQueen Collection: Fall / winter 2005 «The Man Who Knew Too Muc...
PRADA beige cashmere & wool FAIR ISLE ZIP FRONT Cardigan Sweater 38 XS
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Prada Fire Isle cardigan in beige cashmere (85%) and wool. (15) with details in black, grey and white. Features a mock neck and a silver-tone zipper. Has been worn and...
Kolor "Fair Isle" Hybrid Fur Sweater
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese label kolor crafts sophisticated ready-to-wear with a defined focus on texture, detail, and construction. The Tokyo-based brand was founded in 2004 by esteemed designer Juni...
VALENTINO light blue wool blend LUREX FAIR ISLE Sweater XS
By Valentino
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Valentino lurex fair isle sweater in viscose (43%), wool (42%) and metallized fibers (15%)(please note the content tag is missing).
SAINT LAURENT cream & brown wool & mohair 2022 FAIR ISLE Sweater M
By Saint Laurent
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Saint Laurent Fair Isle sweater in cream, chocolate brown, and beige wool (61%), mohair (30%), and polyamide (9%) blends classic heritage with modern elegance.
Issey Miyake Textured "Fair Isle" Sweater Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Gresham, OR
An 80s Issey Miyake "Fair Isle" style textured sweater dress in rust black and a touch of indigo.
Vintage Polo Ralph Lauren Fair Isle Cashmere Wool Sweater
By Polo Ralph Lauren
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Polo Ralph Lauren Fair Isle Cashmere/Wool Sweater: Vintage Polo Ralph Lauren sweaters are becoming increasingly sought-after and collectible, and this bright piece is no exce...
Vintage MATSUDA Size M Grey & Brown Fair Isle Whipstitch Sweater
By Mitsuhiro Matsuda
Located in San Francisco, CA
Archive MATSUDA pullover sweater comes in charcoal gray knit with brown fair isle patter and features a round neckline, cropped hem, and whipstitch piping.
JOSEPH Size M Grey Blue Fair Isle Wool Crew-Neck Sweater
By Joseph
Located in San Francisco, CA
JOSEPH sweater in a grey wool knit featuring blue and orange Fair Isle pattern, blue contrast back, and crew neck.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition.
new CHANEL CC buttons red black Snowflake 5 fair isle intarsia sweater FR36 S
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new CHANEL CC buttons red black Snowflake 5 fair isle intarsia sweater FR36 S Reference: TGAS/C01970 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Cashmere, Polyamide Color: Black...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sequined Fair Isle Pattern Cardigan
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier, fair Isle, inspired pattern, cardigan totally encrusted in multi tone sequins on an ivory ground. Hidden front snap closures.
Chanel Coco Neige 2018 Ivory White Pink Fair Isle 18B Cardigan
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This most-wanted cardigan from Chanel 2018 Coco Neige collection is sure to be the perfect addition to your wardrobe this winter. Crafted from ivory white wool, it's adorned with pin...
KOLOR black yellow intarsia fair isle 100% cotton cardigan jacket JP5 XXL
Located in Hong Kong, NT
KOLOR black yellow intarsia fair isle 100% cotton cardigan jacket JP5 XXL Reference: CAWG/A00298 Brand: Kolor Material: Cotton Color: Black, Yellow Pattern: Fair Isle Closure: Button...
KOLOR black yellow intarsia fair isle 100% cotton cardigan jacket JP5 XXL
Located in Hong Kong, NT
KOLOR black yellow intarsia fair isle 100% cotton cardigan jacket JP5 XXL Reference: CAWG/A00298 Brand: Kolor Material: Cotton Color: Black, Yellow Pattern: Fair Isle Closure: Button...
MIU MIU 2018 Cropped Fair Isle Jumper beige blue patterned knitted top IT38 XS
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU 2018 Cropped Fair Isle Jumper beige blue patterned knitted top IT38 XS Reference: SNKO/A00235 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Collection: 2018 Material: Virgin Wool Co...
2005 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN runway fair isle sweater and tartan fringed skirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare wool fair isle sweater with leather trim and tartan fringed skirt from Alexander McQueen dating to fall of 2005 exactly as seen on the runway.
1970's Ralph Lauren Fair Isle Sweater Waistcoat Vest
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Atlanta, GA
The classic Fair Isle pattern is a navy blue and taupe with green, plum, burgundy and bright blue highlights.
Benetton Italian Shetland Wool Fair Isle Sweater, 1980s
Located in Atlanta, GA
If you are a child of the 1980's, then you will remember the 'United Colors of Benetton' and the colorful and sometimes controversial ads featuring youthful faces in sporty Italian a...
2005 ALEXANDER MCQUEEN runway fair isle RUNWAY sweater coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, wool fair isle sweater coat with large asymmetrical collar designed by Alexander McQueen dating to fall of 2005 exactly as seen on the runway.
William Schmidt Norwegian Fair Isle Style Sweater, C.1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
C.1950 fair isle style wool sweater by Norwegian knitwear company, William Schmidt of Oslo.
New Valentino Fair Isle Metallic Silver Grey Chunky Rib Knit Sweater
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Valentino wide rib knit grey grey sweater with metallic pink and turquoise fair isle detailing and silver metallic accents throughout.
Comme des Garcons Pink and Red Fair Isle Wool V Neck Sweater, 1990s
By Comme des Garçons
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare vintage 1990's Comme des Garcons Homme Plus sweater comes in fuchsia pink, red, and purple Fair Isle print wool knit with reverse "inside-out" seams and V neck with pink wo...
Chanel Fall 2019 Fair Isle Grey Beige White Wool Cashmere 19A Sweater Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Designed in grey wool, yack and cashmere knit with beige and white fair isle motives, the sweater dress also includes unique wooden gripoix buttons on the back.
Jean Paul Gaultier AW1999 Rabbit Fur Fair Isle Sweater
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier’s fall 1999 collection imbued his signature camp into a typically rugged biker aesthetic. He paraded riding jackets in gaudy sequin and fur iterations, and his mod...
Givenchy Black Fair Isle Logo Knit Wool Frayed Edged Sweater M
By Givenchy
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A seamless blend of comfort, luxury, and style, this Givenchy sweater is a must-have piece! Made from quality materials, the creation is elevated by a signature motif. Finished off w...
Alexander McQueen Fair Isle Knit Poncho
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Toronto, ON
Alexander McQueen fair isle knit sweater poncho. F/W 2005. Two front pockets, slits for hands, sash belt, and pom pom fringe.
CHANEL 13A Cashmere Navy 'Fair Isle' Knit Pullover Sweater FR 36 US 4
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
CHANEL - Pristine - 13A Cashmere Fair Isle Knit Pullover Sweater - Navy Blue - 36 Small - Top Description Métiers d'Art Pre-Fall 2013 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld.
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER "Voyage, Voyage" collection dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Amazing JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER embellished, fair isle sweater dress. The matching bodysuit to this dress is featured in the current museum exhibit, The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaul...
Vintage 1960s Fair Isle Wool Sweater
By Deans of Scotland
Located in New York, NY
This Fair Isle sweater is from Deans of Scotland, known for their fine knits.
Alexander McQueen Fall 2005 Runway Fair Isle Cardigan Sweater
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Toronto, ON
Alexander McQueen Fall 2005 Runway Fair Isle Cardigan Sweater. Runway photos show a pullover version but this is a cardigan with buttons down front.
Yohji Yamamoto Pour Homme AW2007 Shotaro Ishinomori Sweater
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The focal point of this turtleneck is a character of Shotaro's, knit atop a fair isle wool sweater. Numerous iterations of these sweaters appeared on the runway, with varying pattern...
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...
Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag, a stunning accessory that embodies the essence of early 2000s fashion while remaining effortlessly chic. Circ...
New Alexander McQueen Oyster Shell Embellished Wedge Sandals Shoes It 39 - US 9
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Alexander McQueen Oyster Shell Embellished Wedge Sandals S/S 2012 Collection Italian size 39 ( US 9 ) For the Alexander McQueen Spring 2012 collection, Sarah Burton drew inspirat...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
BALENCIAGA black mesh & rubber TRACK Sneakers Shoes 38
By Balenciaga
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Balenciaga Track sneakers are crafted from black recycled mesh and feature interwoven rubber accents for a bold, dynamic look. Designed with oversized rubber sol...
Gucci New Silk Ruffle Dress S/S 2018
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning yellow silk dress by Alessandro Michele for Gucci. It is gorgeous with asymmetrical rows of finely pleated ruffles comprising the skirt, puff 3/4 length sleeves with ties...
Dsquared2 Spring 2005 Christina Aguilera Runway Leather Vintage Mini Dress
By Dsquared2
Located in San Diego, CA
Christina Aguilera closed the runway show in 2005, strutting down the Dsquared2 Runway in this exact dress! Features brown leather stitches down the front, with contrasting tan leath...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse Shawl Collar Swarovski 38
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Shawl collar Finest light purple fabric Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Swarovski crystal buttons Made in I...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 “It’s Only A Game” Tan Olive Tie Dye Print Tank Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2005 “It’s Only A Game” Tan Olive Tie Dye Print Cotton Tank Top Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2005 “It’s Only A Game” S...
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...
$995Sale Price|58% Off
Size: 36.5
Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Worn One Time Minor Markings to Soles Only Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, $2425 * Python Heels * Size: 36.5 * Purple & Orange Snakeskin Python * Adjustable A...
$545Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
The vintage sweaters in your dresser may have humble origins, but they can’t be beaten for year-round fashion.
In the 15th century, sweaters originated as jersey tunics and other knitted shirts designed to keep sailors and fishermen warm. Later, during the 1880s in America, these knitted or crocheted vests or pullovers — in Britain, “jumpers” — were thought to substantially help athletes shed pounds as needed. Sweaters were an ideal garment for sports and outdoor events in the late 19th century. The knit fabric permitted movement but the material also protected against the cold. It wasn’t until the 1920s, however, that sweaters were introduced to the world of high fashion, thanks to pioneering designers such as Elsa Schiaparelli, Coco Chanel and Jeanne Lanvin.
A versatile garment, sweaters go well with most looks — from a casual gathering over drinks with friends to complementing a professional ensemble for the office to a night out at the theater. Simply pair a timeless cardigan with slacks or a skirt and your nicest dress shoes for any occasion, in any season, to tie an outfit together.
Once they were considered en vogue, sweaters were no longer strictly made with natural fibers like wool. Over time, fashion designers introduced the use of softer, synthetic materials. Today, traditional sweaters, such as those made with merino wool, are just as popular as more modern creations, such as the sweater dress. Similar to sweatshirts, sweaters come in all kinds of materials, from light synthetic blends perfect for spring to heavier fabrics, like cable-knit wool, to stay cozy and warm in winter and embrace the Danish concept of hygge.
A crucial factor that goes into selecting the perfect sweater is the material. High-quality wool, such as merino wool, which is soft and breathable, will feel luxurious and keep you warm on even the chilliest of evenings. Alpaca fleece, the fibers of which are native to Peru, offers the same warmth as wool, but an alpaca sweater is going to feel even softer than a merino wool sweater, similar to cashmere. Who doesn’t want a slouchy, oversize sweater made of a mix of mohair, nylon and wool on those subzero East Coast nights?
It’s important to note that wool can be a finicky material, easy to stain or distort and stretch. Synthetic materials are not only lightweight, but a nylon or polyester sweater will also be easier to wash and care for. If you opt for wool, take care of your sweater — fabric shavers, fabric combs and the local dry cleaner are your friends.
Sweaters come in various styles like V-neck, turtleneck and crewneck, which is the most popular style. For those extra cold days, a turtleneck offers added warmth without sacrificing style. Those looking for a casual touch that still emphasizes elegance can opt for a long tunic or scoop-neck pullover.
Maybe Versace or Gucci sweaters catch your eye, or ’90s fashion is your thing and a color-blocked sweater dress or John Galliano cardigan of the era is already a closet staple for you. Perhaps you’d rather opt for a 1970s long-sleeve knit top from Yves Saint Laurent. Either way, you’ll find exactly the black, beige or red vintage sweater you’re looking for in men, women or unisex styles today on 1stDibs.
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