Scandinavian sweater, like all the clothes of this style, long ago ceased to be simply convenient and practical. This trend is now set by such famous couturiers as Dolce & Gabbana , H & M, Acne, Max Mara, By Malene Birger.
What are typical Scandinavian sweaters?
The main thing that distinguishes sweaters in Scandinavian style is natural materials (wool, cotton), simplicity of cut and, of course, a special pattern consisting of several typical elements in different combinations:
- deer;
- snowflakes;
- stars;
- rhombuses;
- elements of ethnic patterns of the peoples of Norway, Finland, Sweden.
The colors of the pattern and the background are traditional:
- black in gray;
- white in gray;
- white on black;
- white on red;
- blue on white;
- red on white;
- red on black and black on red.
Sweater with Scandinavian pattern - the history of the appearance of style
Scandinavian pattern came to sweaters from Northern Europe of the XVI century. It is believed that it originated in the valley of Setesdal (south of Norway). There knitted sweaters made of sheep's wool without special processing, knitted in a round, due to which the product turned out to be very warm and durable. In addition, it was easier to tie a pattern, which, incidentally, for all the uniformity of the elements for each locality and even for each family had its own.
Such sweaters were very popular among anglers in the first quarter of the last century. In the case of a shipwreck, it was on the sweater that they could find out the fisherman.
After the Second World War, sweaters with deer gradually became fashionable among men in Europe, America and the USSR. And in 10-15 years they began to wear with pleasure and girls.
What is it fashion to combine a sweater with a Scandinavian pattern?
As a sweater with a Scandinavian pattern - above all, a winter piece of clothing, it will perfectly suit jeans, trousers like ski, complete this image of sticks or ugg boots. However, fashion designers suggest not to limit themselves to the sporting style and combine women's Scandinavian sweaters with silk or chiffon skirts to the floor. Then it's worth wearing a soft leather or suede boots, and picking jewelry from silver. By the way, in the northern nations this metal in itself was already considered an amulet.
It is very important to complement the Scandinavian sweater with simple, not pretentious wardrobe items. This is a bright and voluminous detail, entrust him with the main role in your bow - he will surely cope with it.
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