Is Merino wool itchy?

Merino fibers are much finer than standard wool, so most people wear it directly over a shirt without irritation. Very sensitive skin may still want a base layer underneath.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash cold or dry clean, then lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry or hang it wet, which stretches the knit.

It is cut as a classic relaxed pullover, so it sits easy through the body and leaves room for a shirt underneath. Size down if you want a closer fit.

Merino knits can pill where sleeves rub against the body or a bag strap. Remove pills with a fabric comb and the surface settles with wear.

Is it warm enough for winter?

It is a midweight knit, warm for cool days on its own and a good midlayer under a coat in colder weather.

What is the Fair Isle pattern?

A geometric jacquard band across the yoke, the traditional Shetland-style motif. It is knitted in, not printed.

Where is the Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater cheapest?

At Artesini, for $159.99, as of our latest check.

Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater

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Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater

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Our take on the Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater

A crewneck pullover in genuine Merino wool, knit with a Fair Isle jacquard yoke across the chest and shoulders. The relaxed silhouette and ribbed neck, cuffs and hem keep it easy to layer over a shirt or tee. Merino gives warmth without much bulk, and it resists the itch of coarser wool, so it works as a midlayer or on its own. Against plain lambswool crewnecks it trades a little durability for softness and a patterned look you won't find on most basic knits.

Best forCold-weather casual wearLayering under a jacket or over a shirtShoppers who find coarse wool itchyGifts for someone who likes alpine and heritage patterns

Pros

Genuine Merino wool, soft against skin
Warm without heavy bulk
Fair Isle yoke adds pattern interest
Ribbed crew neck, cuffs and hem hold shape
Relaxed cut layers easily

Cons

Hand wash cold or dry clean only; not machine friendly
Lay flat to dry, so it needs drying space
Merino is prone to pilling with friction
Patterned yoke limits how dressy it reads

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About the Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater

The Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater is a crewneck pullover knit from Merino wool. The fabric is soft and plush, and the sweater provides warmth without bulk.

It has a Fair Isle geometric motif in a jacquard yoke. The neckline, cuffs and hem are ribbed. The silhouette is a classic relaxed pullover.

Material: Merino wool
Neckline: Ribbed crewneck
Pattern: Fair Isle jacquard yoke
Fit: Relaxed pullover silhouette
Trim: Ribbed cuffs and hem
Care: Dry clean or hand wash cold; lay flat to dry

Questions and answers

Is Merino wool itchy?: Merino fibers are much finer than standard wool, so most people wear it directly over a shirt without irritation. Very sensitive skin may still want a base layer underneath.
How should I wash it?: Hand wash cold or dry clean, then lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry or hang it wet, which stretches the knit.
How does it fit?: It is cut as a classic relaxed pullover, so it sits easy through the body and leaves room for a shirt underneath. Size down if you want a closer fit.
Will it pill?: Merino knits can pill where sleeves rub against the body or a bag strap. Remove pills with a fabric comb and the surface settles with wear.
Is it warm enough for winter?: It is a midweight knit, warm for cool days on its own and a good midlayer under a coat in colder weather.
What is the Fair Isle pattern?: A geometric jacquard band across the yoke, the traditional Shetland-style motif. It is knitted in, not printed.
Where is the Davos Fair Isle Merino Wool Sweater cheapest?: At Artesini, for $159.99, as of our latest check.