Fair Isle

noun

: a style of knitting originating in the Shetland Islands that is characterized by bands of multicolored geometric patterns

also : an article of clothing knitted in this style

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Shop More Fair Isle Sweaters: The Draped Blouse With a Flared, A-Line Skirt One of our many dressing moods for fall is mature, stealth, and effortless elegant. —

Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Oct. 2024 Gap brushed Fair Isle cropped cardigan $80 GAP Black Suede Studio Logan Leather Mules Looking for a fabulous footwear find under-$300? —

Laura Jackson, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024 From Fair Isle to buffalo plaid to beloved Disney characters in Santa hats, you’re bound to find something both your partner, kiddo, and, in some cases, even your pet will rock without complaint. —

Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024 Thom Browne Fair Isle wool-blend cardigan $1,190 SSENSE King of directional prep Thom Browne offers his take on the Fair Isle in a charming gray and red crew neck cardigan. —

Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Fair Isle