The Fair Isle sweater originated from Fair Isle, a small Shetland island in Scotland, and became renowned for its intricate, colorful stranded knitting patterns. Traditionally crafted by local knitters using fine Shetland wool, these sweaters gained widespread recognition in the 1920s when the Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) wore one publicly. Featuring geometric motifs in multiple colors, Fair Isle knitting evolved as a practical and artistic tradition, blending warmth with distinctive style. Today, it remains a symbol of heritage craftsmanship and timeless fashion, embraced worldwide in both classic and modern interpretations.
