Knitting from Fair Isle: 15 contemporary designs inspired by tradition

Modern interpretations of Fair Isle knits, including fishermen's sweaters, scarves and gloves, as well as the traditional long hats known as keps


Mati Ventrillon's inspiration comes from the technique of creating patterns with multiple colors that was first used by the women of Fair Isle, one of the Shetland Islands, more than two centuries ago.


Her designs, which have been featured on the Chanel catwalk, are inspired by tradition but use her own modern interpretation of color and pattern ar...