How to Style Cable Knit Sweaters for Every Season

The Cable Knit sweater is an Irish classic, originating from the Aran Islands and representing the heritage of the people who live their daily lives on the harsh Atlantic coast. These sweaters are a stylish and practical choice: warm, water resistant and cosy for layering up, as well as giving you a variety of ways to style your outfits for casual or formal wear all year round.

Here, we’ll look at how to style Cable Knit sweaters for every season, making the most of the beautiful designs at the Aran Sweater Company to complement your wardrobe and find the perfect outfit for every occasion. Irish wool sweaters and cable knit designs are traditional in Ireland and they are easy to wear and look great on everyone. We’d love to help you find your favourite Aran sweater, and we’ll share our tips on how to wear it, whatever the time of year.

Your Winter Wool Wardrobe

Winter is the perfect time for wrapping up warm and snug and making the most of your woollen sweaters and cardigans. You can embrace Cable Knit sweaters as a style statement, giving you a chic winter style, as well as choosing them as a practical option that will keep you warm on those cold nights and gloomy, grey days. Just imagine curling up by the fire with your favourite book and feeling cosy and snug in your gorgeous Aran knitwear. It’s like having a soft, warm hug wrapped around you and embracing layering will even save you money on your heating bills!

In the winter months, you’ll want to maximise warmth and comfort, and this is the perfect time of year to pair your Cable Knit sweater with a chunky scarf, a waterproof coat and some sturdy boots for a frosty walk in the fresh air. You can style it up for any occasion, adding a cable knit cardigan like this Super Soft Cable Knit Aran Cardigan to your outfit for a winter wedding or to keep you warm at a party and on your way home afterwards. The cable stitch detail adds class and style to every outfit, ensuring that you’ll stand out for all the right reasons, and you can choose from several gorgeous shades that will complement your winter wardrobe. In the winter, we love the darker, richer shades such as deep red and forest green, as well as the classic white options that conjure up images of Christmas magic.

Walking through the fields or cosying up with a mulled wine, your cable knit sweater is the perfect companion for all your seasonal activities and we love this versatile Women’s Heavyweight Merino Wool Aran Sweater that comes in a wide range of colour options and features a chunky knit with lattice Cable Aran stitches. A sweater such as this is ideal for wearing everyday but be sure to alternate your favourites to allow them to air out in between wears. Your Aran Sweater will not need regular washing, as this can be too harsh for the delicate fibres, but should be hung up to air after wearing to allow the fibres to restore and refresh.

The Perfect Sweater for Springtime

Change is abundant in the springtime and the weather can be especially unpredictable here in Ireland! This means that your ideal Spring wardrobe will include several versatile garments so that you can layer up when you need to and make the most of the Spring sunshine when it peeks through. This Aran Shawl Wrap with Pockets is the perfect choice for layering over dresses with tights, or for wearing with jeans and short or long-sleeved T-shirts in the Spring, and we love the gorgeous selection of colours available.

Wearing your classic cable knit sweater in the springtime means you’ll need to have a jacket to hand, or you can make the most of your knitwear with a coatigan that features the beautiful cable knit stitch. This Hooded Coatigan gives you a versatile option that is ideal for keeping you warm on colder days and protecting against the rain if you get caught in the Springtime showers. Did you know that wool can absorb up to 30% of its weight without feeling wet? This is why it was such a good choice for the fishermen and farmers of the Aran Islands many years ago, and it remains a practical, convenient choice today.

The Spring is a great chance to experiment with the gorgeous pastel shades of organic, natural wool in which many of our designs are available. Shades such as Misty Marl and Pale Pink are reminiscent of the colours emerging in the natural world at this time and give a softer, more relaxed feel. Many of the colours in our knitwear are inspired by the beautiful environment around us, especially the soft pinks and purples of the heather and the seaweed greens that are so rich and varied.

Styling your Knitwear for Summer

Here in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer is the warmest time of the year and the chances are that we’ll see more consistent sunshine than we do for the rest of the year. It’s not always predictable, however, especially in Ireland where beach weather is never guaranteed! The evenings are still cool and there are likely to be several days that don’t feel much like summer, so you’ll need to make the most of your cable knit sweaters to ensure you stay warm and comfortable.

It can be difficult to regulate your body temperature when the weather is changeable and wool is a really useful fabric in this way. As a natural, breathable fibre, it’s ideal for allowing your skin to wick away sweat and cool down naturally. Wool offers great protection against the wind and the occasional rain shower so it’s a great choice for layering up in the summer time, on cooler days and in the evenings. This stunning Cable Knit Poncho is a great choice for keeping the elements at bay or adding an extra layer over your sundress as the day cools down.

Lightweight knits are the ideal companion for your summer adventures, whether you’re sailing, walking or enjoying drinks with your family or friends. A cable knit sweater or poncho can add a touch of sophistication to any outfit and help you to shine as you embrace versatile layering. We love cool summer shades such as seafoam and ocean grey, or brighter shades such as coral that bring out your sense of summer fun. This light Women’s Keyhole Crew Neck Sweater is ideal for summer wear, with a cropped fit and a decorative neck line, so you’ll have the layering ability you need with all of the Aran authenticity.

Aran Sweater Fall Vibes

There’s something very special about the turn of the season as the summer draws to a close and the leaves begin to fall. This is the ideal opportunity to dig out your warmer knitwear and embrace the opportunity to show off your favourite cable knit sweaters without needing to layer up with a coat and hat as well! We love the Women’s Turtleneck Cable Knit Sweater, with chunky cable stitch that represents the ropes used by the fishermen in days gone by. This is a gorgeous style for snuggling up in, with an oversized collar that looks as good as it feels.

Aran sweaters give you the best of both worlds so you don’t have to compromise on comfort or style. Whether you’re foraging in the hedgerows or wandering along the beach, you’ll be grateful for your cable knit sweater to keep you warm and dry in all weather conditions. If you want a little extra versatility with your layers, you could consider this attractive Ladies Cropped V-Neck Aran Sweater Vest, complete with honeycomb stitch and diamond features. We love the rich autumnal shades, including purples and greys that reflect the colours of the world around us.

The Women’s Merino Fair Isle Sweater With Pockets is an ideal choice for the fall, in natural colours such as Sienna and Damson/Velvet Plum. The embellishment on this gorgeous sweater stands out for its unique Jacquard design and the soft Merino Wool is a practical, comfortable choice. You’ll love the raglan sleeves, round neck line and insert pockets, so you can enjoy the best of practicality and style, and this cable knit sweater will soon become a fall favourite in your wardrobe.

Accessorising Your Cable Knit Sweater

The accessories you choose to set your cable knit sweater off to perfection will change your overall look and give you several stylish options for each classic Aran sweater you own. Here at Aran Sweater Market, we’ve got plenty of choice of accessories that are designed to bring out the best in your favourite garments.

One of our most popular accessories is the gorgeous Super Soft Tree of Life Aran Scarf, available in several beautiful colours. The stunning tree of life Aran pattern makes it the perfect companion to any outfit and will help to give you an extra layer of warmth in cooler weather, ensuring that you can enjoy spending time outdoors all year round.

When it’s cold outside, you can make the most of your accessories with one of our cable knit headbands or hats, which will help to keep you warm and protect against the elements. This Fleece Lined Aran Cable Headband with Button is designed for warmth and looks fantastic, complementing your knitwear for every day wear and special occasions. We also have an excellent range of gloves, mittens and socks so that you can keep out the cold and create a range of different styles. You can also style your outfits with jewellery, keeping it in the Celtic style to fit with your authentic Aran knitwear. We love Irish silver designs, which look great with so many of our cable knitted garments and are a really beautiful way to finish off your look. Look out for the Celtic Knot or Trinity design, which is a firm favourite with our customers.

Find Cable Knit Sweaters at Aran Sweater Market

In our range at Aran Sweater Market, we have an extensive selection of cable knit sweaters, cardigans and jackets to suit all seasons and occasions. Whether you’re looking for the perfect way to accessorise an outfit for a wedding or a classic chunky sweater to keep you warm when you’re exploring the local countryside, we know you’ll love our designs. Made from pure wool that is a warm and practical choice, our knitwear reflects the culture and heritage of Ireland and makes a great addition to your wardrobe all year round.

We also stock a wide range of flat caps, newsboy caps and knitted hats that are made with care in the traditional styles, and we will be delighted to show you our Clan Aran range so that you can find items that are truly connected to your roots. We have an impressive selection of heritage clothing and homewares and you will find heirloom pieces that will be gifted through the generations of your family. The Aran Sweaters that we are named for are excellent quality and will last for many, many years if they are cared for correctly, so it’s worth taking your time to choose your ideal collection.

You can see our full selection of Aran sweaters and Irish knitwear in our online store or pop into one of our stores, located in the Aran Islands, Galway, Killarney or Dublin. Our friendly team will be happy to help you find the perfect options for your personality and your lifestyle so come in and chat with us today.