Bundle Up In Cute And Cozy Fair Isle Sweaters!
by Anna Yu
Dec 8, 2009 10:20 AM PST
Maybe it's because of their abundance of sheep, but the Scottish people sure love their patterned knits! I first featured houndstooth for the home and now it's time to get cozy with fair isle. (Fun fact: Fair Isle is actually a tiny island found in the north of Scotland!). The term can refer to any knits that have stitches that are knit alternately in various colors. Whenever I see these knits pop up in stores and magazines, I know it's time to dress warmly! By the way, this is an awesome alternative to the dreaded "Christmas sweater." One of my favorites this season is the Fair Isle Snow Sweater from Free People, with a low neckline and cutout in the back. If you're looking to accessorize with fair isle, then check out the super affordable Fair Isle Scarves. For more warm fair isle knits that are great for winter time, take a look at my slideshow!
Gotta Getaway? Edinburgh's Missoni Hotel Brings Knitwear To The Next Level
by Pauline Montupet
Jul 15, 2009 4:18 PM PDT
Now fashionistas have a place to stay in Edinburgh! Hotel Missoni has finally opened on the Royal Mile and there are more of them to come all over the world. At 74, Rosita Missoni, the doyenne of the Italian knitwear dynasty, has set out to start a chain of boutique hotels. Each hotel is the expression of her creative and artistic vision and sets out to bring out the warmth and color of an Italian family home but with a twist. In signature Missoni style, you're bound to find plenty of bright saturated colors, stripes, and of course, tons of Missoni zig zags. The hotel promises "the warmth and passion of an Italian home," and no Italian home would be complete without a great restaurant serving modern Italian fare. At the Edinburgh location the waiters even wear Missoni kilts while they provide stellar service at Cucina Missoni. Now if only the closet came stocked with Missoni's newest collection... that would make it pure heaven! Not planning on being in Edinburgh anytime soon? You can check out their hotels opening soon in Kuwait, Cape Town and Oman! Check out some of the gorgeous rooms in the slideshow.
