Among the variety of prints and ornaments used to decorate sweaters, Norwegian patterns are in a separate row. Bright, New Year's ornaments give a feeling of a festive mood and charge with a positive not only the owner of such a sweater, but also all the people around him.
Features of the Norwegian pattern
The fashion for sweaters with a Norwegian pattern appeared in the 40-50s of the last century. Then such sweaters were worn exclusively by men. Prints depicting riding deer, was a kind of sign of attention to these noble animals, performing transport functions.
A few years later, the Norwegian sweaters firmly took their place in the wardrobe of men, women, and children. The number of ornaments has increased significantly, and the range of these sweaters has expanded.
Today, the Norwegian ornament can occupy almost the entire surface of a sweater, or be bordered on the bottom or chest of the product, decorate the cuffs or collar.
The color scheme has also become more diverse. A prerequisite is the presence of contrasting shades of color. Only in this case the drawing is as clear and noticeable as possible. Commonly used combinations of white and black, black and red, white and blue, red and white, as well as other options. Too motley such sweaters are not, usually used no more than 2-3 shades.
The patterns themselves include Christmas motifs (snowflakes, Christmas trees, stars), images of fairy-tale characters (deer, trolls) and geometric patterns. A distinctive feature of the Norwegian patterns is their frequent turnover of each other.
Models
The sweater with a Norwegian pattern is very popular among both men and women. For his knitting, as a rule, very warm merino wool is used. With its help, both thick volumetric sweaters decorated with hand embroidery and lighter thin models are created.
Thanks to the merino wool, the Norwegian sweaters are notable for their high durability, wear resistance and excellent heat saving ability. That is why they are simply indispensable for the coldest time of the year. Norwegian sweaters have high elasticity and almost no wrinkles.
Norwegian sweaters are usually classic straight cut models with a high collar and long sleeves. There are also sweaters fitted silhouette, high gate is sometimes replaced by a round neck. Sleeves are often cuffed.
Most often, the sweater has a classic, medium length. But in recent years, elongated models that are worn like a dress or tunic have become very popular.
Especially popular are models of sweaters with a round yoke.
What to wear?
Monochrome things will help to fully emphasize the beauty of the Norwegian patterns. It can be pants, jeans or leggings, made to match the sweater or on the contrary - in a contrasting color.
The Norwegian round neck sweater goes well with a soft monophonic shirt. Sweater + shirt is one of the classic combinations that fit different occasions.
A sweater with Norwegian patterns and a knitted hat or scarf, made in the same theme, will make a bright, elegant set for a walk or a sport.
Tunic-sweater with Norwegian patterns with short sleeves and a round or V-shaped neck looks great in combination with a monochrome dark turtleneck.
Depending on the kit in which the Norwegian sweater is used, the appropriate shoes are selected for it. If this is a sports option, then sneakers, sports shoes, uggs will perfectly complete the set created.
For more elegant models, such as a tunic, suitable boots, ankle boots or shoes with heels.
