There is a great article on How to Buy a Quality Sweater by Antonio Centeno. It features Irish sweaters heavily and runs through the diffent neck styles and fabrics. There is literally so much in this article and there is also 13 min youtube video to accompany it. You will have to watch the video 5 or 6 times to digest all the fanastic tips.

Real Men Real Style managed to secure a great special offer from now until the 17th Dec with 20% off all mens products at the Aran Sweater Market. I know these guys and their products well. They are the leading Aran Sweater Brand Online and have fantastic products. I do mention these guys alot as they have so many great Irish Sweater images which they have given me permission to use as long as I give them a credit.

USe the Code – RMRS on checkout to get your 20% off Menswear until the 17th Dec. Enjoy and get an Irish Sweater for Christmas by ordering before the 18th Dec.

There are many types of Irish Sweaters out there, of course the Aran Sweater is the most popular and well known of Irish sweaters. Today I would like to showcase another little known Irish Sweater called simply the “Hillwalker Sweater”.

The Hillwalker as the name suggests is an outdoor sweater that can be worn as an outer garment without the need for a jacket. It really is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who have a passion for the outdoors especially those who love golf, fishing, hiking, hunting and skiing. As with all premium outdoor sweaters it is made from 100% natural wool. No synthetic fabrics or blends in this sweater! Wool is renowned for its insulation properties and can not be matched by any of the popular synthetic products. Known for its resilience, durability and protection from the elements of cold and wind, ‘The Hillwalker’ is a sweater for life. Since first produced, the sweater has become well know all around the world.

As well as being crafted from 100% wool, it’s features includes a double knit ( for extra insulation) with a stylish double cuff and basque. Its unique design contains discrete detail on the neck, chest and sleeve. The Hillwalker Sweater is available so many colors including Granite, Blackwatch, Navy Blue, Denim Blue, Cassat Red, and Black.

The sweater is made in Donegal by Kennedys of Ardara who have been in business since 1902. There history is quite fascination about the love story or a Wild West Bartender who followed an Irish girl back home to Donegal to start a business.