Aclima DesignWool Mens Marius Mockneck Sweater with Zip

Aclima DesignWool Marius Mockneck Sweater with Zip is made from 200g soft merino wool, The pattern is traditional Norwegian, with roots back to 1953. Being made from merino wool, this sweater insulates well and even keeps you warm when wet. The fact that it looks good is an added bonus.

The Marius pattern was originally designed by Unn Soiland in 1953. It is named after the war hero and actor Marius Eriksen, who was photographed for the first handknitpattern. This is the most frequently handknitted pattern in Norway. Norwegians relate this to their typical sporty-outdoor culture and traditions. It is fair to call the pattern a Norwegian ikon.

Wool from sheep has kept people warm and dry for more than 5000 years. Aclima’s Merino wool is hand selected by experts in to deliver the ultimate in comfort and performance. A sustainable, renewable fibre, helping both man and sheep to acclimate and effortlessly adjust to changes in the environment. Aclima give away the left-over fabric to for example a company who produces punching balls for boxing. The dye-works they use have closed systems to reduce emission of wastewater, and in addition they work with ISO 14001 (environmental management system). Aclima’s fabrics are dyed to the latest season’s colours and use only dye recipes approved to Oeko-Tex standards. 

Wool is a natural “high-tec” fibre and possesses a number of advantages, such as its ability to uptake and release moisture vapour up to 36% of its dry weight, while being water-repellent at the same time. Wool is a renewable resource, as you wait till the wool has grown back and then cut it again. It is also biodegradable because the hair is made up of proteins, which are yummy treats for insects and microbes.