What makes Shetland wool so special that proud Italian companies such as Gran Sasso use the yarn?
Teaser: Shetland wool combines light weight, surprisingly high warmth, robust durability and a characterful, dry feel. It is precisely this blend that Gran Sasso refines with Italian fit and knitting precision - ideal for structured patterns such as cable knits.
Shetland - Origin & Character
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Origin: Shetland sheep from the Scottish Shetland Islands.
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Yarn pattern: often woolen spun - lots of trapped air → warms with low weight.
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Look/feel: natural melange, slightly dry feel, becomes softer with wear.
Wearing properties at a glance
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Warmth-to-weight: insulates efficiently without adding bulk.
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Breathable: ideal for layering.
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Shape retention: patterns (e.g. cable knit) have a three-dimensional effect and keep their shape.
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Suitable for everyday use: robust, durable character.
Why Gran Sasso uses Shetland
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Structure & definition: cable and rib patterns maintain clear edges and clean lines.
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Color & Depth: vibrant mélange tones - elegant in an Italian color scheme.
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Finishing: fully-fashioned (clean edges, fewer friction points), Made in Italy.
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Value per wear: robust yarn + precise manufacturing = enjoy the piece for a long time.
Styling tips
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Smart casual: Shetland cable knit over an Oxford shirt, with flannel or wool trousers.
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Casual: over a T-shirt with denim (blue, gray, black).
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Layering: under a wax jacket, tweed or light down vest.
Care - short & clear
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Airing instead of washing.
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If necessary: cold, wool detergent, inside out, do not wring.
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Dry flat, do not tumble dry; steam gently (cloth in between).
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Carefully removepilling with a comb/lint shaver.
UNIT Hamburg - Your advantage
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Personal advice in the store in Hamburg city center: fit, size, layering, color type.
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Flexible shopping: online, click & collect, try on in store.
Go directly to our Gran Sasso Shetland sweaters
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Brand overview: Gran Sasso at UNIT Hamburg
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Shetland cable knit Orange: /products/gran-sasso-shetland-braid-knit-orange
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Shetland cable knit dark sand: /produkte/gran-sasso-shetland-zopfstrick-dunkler-sand
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Shetland cable knitchimney red: /produkte/gran-sasso-shetland-zopfstrick-kaminrot