A cultural icon; the 'icelandic' sweater
A cultural icon from the Scandinavian culture; the 'icelandic' knitting technique. During the design process of our Fall/Winter '21 collection Geisha likes to pay attention to contemporary trends coming from other cultures to make the collection versatile and accessible. The 'icelandic' sweater is an authentic and traditional symbol of creativity and comfort. In this article we would like to tell you more about it!
The 'icelandic' knitting technique is also known as a 'lopapeysa' and is an Icelandic style from the early or mid 20th century. The design of this style has now become an authentic and national icon for Icelandic cultural identity. The style originated where people began to search for a new way to efficiently use abundant native wool to create clothing. The technique is characterized by the wide decorative circle around the neckline. The body of the sweater is knitted by circular knitting needles, where it is possible to realize creative designs. Geisha likes to follow the Scandinavian trend to make its Fall/Winter '21 collection versatile and accessible. For the coming winter this sweater is a must-have in your closet. The sweater has a number of features that come in very handy during the cold winter days. The advantages are that it is warm, comfortable and insulating. With the sweater you can create and combine different clothing styles to be trendy, smart or modern. In short, get inspired by the contemporary trends that come from other cultures to give your closet even more sparkle and styling possibilities, so that you are ready for any occasion!