Our superfine lambswool rugby shawl sweater is inspired by the chunky woollen tops worn by rugby and American football players at the turn of the 20th century, a similar sport back then, with American football only having been spawned from its English parent, rugby, towards the end of the 19th century.
In line with the original version, our rugby shawl sweater features a shawl collar, providing comfort around the neck, a shorter body (which would have allowed for higher rise breeches that athletes would wear as bottoms, or in your case, higher rise jeans and trousers), and a boxier cut and wider shoulders for ease of movement and comfort. The ribbed cuffs and hem are chunky and knitted slightly longer, just like the original version. The longer ribbed cuffs can be turned back for a retro sporty look.
It is made with 100% superfine lambswool from Todd & Duncan's prestigious Lamaine collection, making this piece sumptuously thick, sturdy and extremely warm whilst being soft to the touch, thanks to it being the world's softest lambswool.
Highly versatile and designed to exude rakish charm, it is equally well suited over a shirt or t-shirt, and would go well either on its own as a casual outer piece, or worn under a long winter coat as a luxuriously soft and warm mid-layer.
Its unrivalled softness, durability and exceptional warmth will easily make this your most trusted companion for many winters to come.
