Merino Fair Isle Sweater

Story

A timeless Fair Isle built with modern comfort

Fair Isle sweaters trace their roots back hundreds of years to the tiny island of Fair Isle, off the northern coast of Scotland. Known for their distinctive multicolored knit patterns and all-wool construction, they became a hallmark of warmth and craftsmanship. In the early 1920s, the style gained international fame when Edward VIII, the Prince of Wales, was photographed wearing one while golfing at St Andrews.

Our Flint and Tinder Merino Fair Isle Sweater carries that rich legacy into the modern day. Like the name suggests, it’s made from 100% merino wool for warmth, breathability, and easy movement. Merino is also naturally moisture-wicking and odor-resistant, so this piece will perform much better than a traditional wool knit when navigating airports and holiday parties. To finish it off, we added lycra to the ribbed neck, cuffs, and hem for lasting shape retention and extra protection from the cold.

Features

• Traditional Fair Isle “snowflake” pattern
• Ribbed bottom, cuffs, and neck for a clean, structured fit
• Warm, midweight construction perfect for winter layering

Sizing

• The Merino Fair Isle Sweater has a regular fit—take your normal size in knits.
• For the best personal fit, compare the measurements of one of your best-fitting sweaters to the garment measurements below

Garment Measurements

	XS	S	M	L	XL	XXL
Chest	38¼	40¼	42¼	44¾	47¼	50¼
Shoulder	16¾	17¼	17¾	18⅜	19	19¾
Body Length	25¾	26¼	27	28¼	29	30
Sleeve Length	32	32¾	33½	34½	35½	36½

All measurements are in inches.

How to Measure - Chest: Measure straight across from edge to edge, starting 1" below the armhole, multiply by 2 - Shoulder: Measure straight across from shoulder seam to shoulder seam. Again, it’s easiest to measure across the back of the garment - Body Length: Start at the top of the shoulder where it meets the neck seam, and measure straight down to the hem - Sleeve Length: Start at the center of the back of the neck, measure straight across to the shoulder seam, and then follow the edge of the garment to the cuff. Pro tip: it’s easiest to measure across the back of the sleeve

Materials & Care

• Body: 100% Merino wool
• Cuff, bottom, and neck rib: 100% Lycra
• Made in China

About Flint and Tinder

Today there’s no shortage of fussy, over-designed stuff that’s supposed to make life easier and ends up doing just the opposite. Flint and Tinder makes quality clothing that’s simple but significant—hardwearing, American-inspired staples, designed to do exactly what it says on the tin. We’re talking world-class fit and comfort. Rugged and refined style. And best of all, top-notch construction you can depend on wear after wear.