DESCRIPTION
The houndstooth pattern is like a good film noir crime novel: black and white, sophisticated, and never boring. It originally found use in everyday clothing in the Scottish Lowlands in the 19th century. In the 1920s, the British upper class discovered the pattern for themselves. Houndstooth made its decisive breakthrough into the fashion world in the 1950s and 1960s through designers such as Christian Dior and Coco Chanel, who also popularized it in women's fashion.
This elegant cardigan made of pure merino wool combines timeless elegance with the many advantages of this luxurious natural fiber. The classic black and white houndstooth pattern gives the model a distinctive, yet versatile look. The typical V-neck and continuous button placket emphasize the nostalgic charm of this pleasantly soft garment.
A subtle contrasting color adorns the inside of the button placket. This contrast is repeated in a narrow stripe over the elastic, ribbed knit cuffs. This remarkable detail work reveals the high design standards.
Depending on the occasion and style preference, you can wear various garments under this V-neck cardigan. For a preppy style, wear a shirt; for a particularly neat, retro-inspired look, add a tie. If you prefer a more casual look, a polo shirt or a T-shirt are uncomplicated companions. On cool days, a fine turtleneck sweater provides extra warmth without your look losing its nostalgic elegance.
When choosing trousers, you also have a wide variety of styles available. With black or light fabric trousers and black or brown leather shoes, you underline the timeless classicism of this cardigan. Jeans or chinos are the perfect choice for a relaxed modern-retro style. Pair them with sneakers.
Hound’s Tooth - a pattern with bite – loved by style icons and trendsetters for decades. A fashion statement with cult status.
DETAILS
Merino extrafine is softer and finer than regular sheep's wool. As a natural functional fiber, it protects against temperature fluctuations and inhibits odors.
- HANDMADE IN ITALY
- soft, high-quality merino wool
- houndstooth jacquard
- V-neck with continuous button placket
- inside of the button placket with contrasting color
- knitted, elastic cuffs at the ends
MATERIAL & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
100% virgin wool (merino)
Turn inside out and wash on a wool cycle at 30° C with similar colors or separately. Pull into shape when damp before drying. Dry flat. Iron on low heat.