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Man wearing a cream Men's Signature Fisherman Turtleneck Wool Sweater standing in a grassy field with hills in the background

Men's Signature Fisherman Turtleneck Wool Sweater

Was 

Now $119.95

211

 CreamCharcoalNavyDamson Oatmeal NepBlack
A man stands near a red fishing boat on a beach. He is wearing an Irish fisherman sweater made in Ireland and blue jeans. The background features rocky terrain and additional boats in the distance.

Men's Classic Fisherman Button-Mock Sweater

Was $169.95

Now $139.95

17

 GreenCream
A man wearing an oatmeal-colored Irish fisherman sweater made in Ireland stands outdoors with a scenic background of hills and a lake. The cardigan is fully zipped, has a high collar, and the man's hands are in the pockets

Men's Classic Fisherman Zipfront Wool Cardigan Sweater

Was $94.95

Now $79.95

Atlantic MarlOatmeal
Man wearing a charcoal Men's Fisherman Full-Zip Aran Cardigan by a lake

Men's Fisherman Full-Zip Cardigan

Was $149.95

Now $139.95

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Man wearing a cable knit beige Aran sweater standing by a river with mountains in the background

Men's Signature Half Zip Irish Wool Sweater

Was $159.95

Now $119.95

601

 BeigeArmy GreenNavyCharcoal CreamDamsonCormorantBlueBlack
Man wearing a charcoal Men's Signature Lined Fisherman Zipper Cardigan standing by a body of water with trees in the background

Men's Signature Lined Fisherman Zipper Cardigan

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Now $144.95

276

 CharcoalNavyDark GreenDenim Marl
Man wearing a cream Men's Fisherman Lightweight Crew Neck Heritage Sweater sitting outdoors with a natural landscape in the background

Men's Fisherman Lightweight Crew Neck Heritage Sweater

Was $129.95

Now $74.95

321

 CreamGreenCharcoalArmy Green BeigeBlueDamsonOatmealNavyBlackCobalt
Man wearing a green Men's Traditional Fisherman Irish Wool Sweater standing by a lake with mountains in the background

Men's Traditional Fisherman Irish Wool Sweater

Was 

Now $159.95

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 GreenCharcoalBlue NeppGrey Navy
Man wearing a cream Men's Crew Neck Irish Wool Classic Sweater and flat cap by a coastal area

Men's Crew Neck Irish Wool Classic Sweater

Was $159.95

Now $129.95

163

 CreamClaretNavy
Man wearing a charcoal Men's Heritage Aran Shawl Collar Button Cardigan standing by a lake with mountains in the background

Men's Heritage Aran Shawl Collar Button Cardigan

Was 

Now $139.95

376

 CharcoalArmy GreenOatmealSherwood Navy
Man wearing a cream The Irish Store Men's Classic Aran Cardigan with black buttons in a scenic outdoor setting.

The Irish Store Men's Classic Aran Cardigan

Was $129.95

Now $109.95

224

 CreamDeep Water Blue
Man wearing a dark gray Aran sweater standing outdoors with greenery in the background

Men's Heritage Crew Neck Aran Sweater

Was $114.95

Now $89.95

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 CharcoalNavyAquaCream Army Green
Man wearing a cream Aran sweater standing in a scenic outdoor setting with mountains and greenery.

Men's Traditional Crew Neck Aran Sweater

Was $139.95

Now $94.95

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 CreamArmy GreenCharcoalDark Green New RedBlackBlueDamsonDenimNavyGreenDark BlueBeigeOatmealGrey
A man stands in front of a stone wall, wearing a dark knitted Aran vest over a blue and white checkered shirt. He has short brown hair and appears relaxed, with his hands placed in front of him. In the background, there is an empty wooden barrel beside the stone structure.

Men's Traditional Fisherman Zipper Vest

Was $119.95

Now $99.95

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 CharcoalNavyGreen
A man standing on a beach wearing a gray shawl collar button sweater and blue trousers.

Shawl Collar Button Sweater

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Now $84.95

6

 OatmealArmy GreenAtlantic Marl
Man wearing a green V-neck Irish wool Aran sweater from The Irish Store. He stands outdoors amid lush greenery with hills in the background.

Men's Classic V-Neck One Button Aran Sweater

Was $149.95

Now $119.95

265

 GreenCormorant BlueOatmealCharcoal Cream
Man wearing a cable knit Aran sweater standing in front of a scenic landscape with mountains and water.

Men's Shawl Collar Heritage Aran Sweater

Was $139.95

Now $129.95

76

 Oatmeal NepDamsonCharcoal
A man stands in front of a stone wall near a blue boat. He wears a dark gray, buttoned Aran cardigan over a navy shirt and has an attentive expression. The setting appears outdoors with some greenery in the background.

Mens Shawl Collar Cardigan

Was $139.95

From $76.95 - $139.95

56

 Army GreenCharcoal
A man standing on a beach wearing a gray half-zip Irish sweater with a plain stitch design.

The Killybegs Half-Zip Sweater

Was 

Now $89.95

26

 GreyOatmealAtlantic MarlMidnight Marl
Men's O'Connell Aran Sweater

Men's O'Connell Aran Sweater

Was $123.95

Now $94.95

18

 Cream
A man stands against a stone wall, wearing a gray knitted aran sweater with a zipper and ribbed collar. He has tousled hair and is looking directly at the camera, displaying a relaxed pose. The background features rustic stonework, suggesting an outdoor setting.

Men's Hand Knit Aran Zipper Cardigan

Was $329.95

Now $249.95

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 CharcoalGreenCreamNavy
Handknit V-Neck Cardigan

Handknit V-Neck Cardigan

Was 

Now $214.95

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 Cream
A man wearing a gray Aran cardigan with a high shawl collar and traditional brown leather buttons, standing in front of a harbor scene.

The Dartry Aran Cardigan

Was 

Now $159.95

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 Steel MarlEvergreen
Men's Soft Merino Wool Zip Cardigan

Men's Aran Zip Cardigan

Was $129.95

Now $109.95

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 CharcoalCreamGreen
McConnell Fermoy Aran Sweater

McConnell Fermoy Aran Sweater

Was $274.95

Now $179.95

3

 EcruGrey
A man wearing a black Aran sweater with a geometric pattern standing outdoors.

Men's Trellis Aran Sweater

Was 

Now $169.95

8

 BlackCream
A man standing in a field wearing a classic Aran sweater in a cream color.

The Slievemore Aran Sweater

Was $144.95

Now $122.95

26

 Cream
A man wearing a green crew neck aran sweater featuring a traditional zig-zag stitch design, standing by a stone wall with a scenic view of a lake and mountains in the background.

The Mourne Crew Neck Aran Sweater

Was $169.95

From $50.95 - $134.95

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 GreenBlue
A man standing outdoors wearing a beige hand knit Aran sweater with a mountain and trees in the background.

The Hand Knit Aran Sweater

Was 

Now $204.95

5

 Cream
McConnell Skibereen Sweater

McConnell Skibereen Sweater

Was $274.95

Now $179.95

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 GreenBlueBrown
A man standing outdoors wearing a beige Aran sweater with a sheep landscape design.

Sheep Aran Sweater

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Now $94.95

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 Oatmeal Nep
A man stands leaning on a boat by the coast wearing an Irish fisherman sweater made in Ireland

Fisherman's Crew Neck Sweater

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Now $109.95

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Mens Atlantic Aran Sweater

Mens Atlantic Aran Sweater

Was $139.95

Now $99.95

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 BlueCreamCharcoal
Donegal Curl Neck Aran Sweater

Donegal Curl Neck Aran Sweater

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Now $139.95

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 Charcoal
A man stands in front of a stone wall wearing an Irish fisherman sweater made in Ireland . A small blue boat is visible nearby, with greenery in the background suggesting an outdoor setting.

Roll Neck Fisherman's Irish Sweater

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Now $124.95

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 NavyArmy GreenCream
Men's Aran Shawl Collar Zip Cardigan

Men's Aran Shawl Collar Zip Cardigan

Was $144.95

Now $99.95

4

 NavyCharcoal
Man wearing a forest green men's half zip fleck sweater and blue jeans, standing near a calm waterfront with trees, boats, and distant mountains in the background

Men's Half-Zip Fleck Sweater

Was 

Now $119.95

15

 Forest GreenDenim MarlCharcoal
A man sitting on a rock wearing a green aran sweater with Celtic knot patterns, smiling at the camera with a body of water and landscape in the background.

Men's Celtic Knot Aran Sweater

Was 

Now $119.95

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 Army GreenOatmeal
Man wearing a navy blue Aran sweater standing outdoors with a natural landscape in the background

The Hand Knit Aran Sweater

Was $209.95

Now $144.95

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 Navy
Man wearing a green Men's Crew Neck Irish Wool Classic Sweater standing by a body of water with mountains in the background

Men's Crew Neck Irish Wool Classic Sweater

Was $149.95

Now $99.95

163

 Green
The Slievemore Aran Sweater- Steel Marl

The Slievemore Aran Sweater

Was $129.95

Now $83.95

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 Steel Marl
Man wearing a dark purple Aran cardigan with a scenic background

Mens Shawl Collar Cardigan

Was $144.95

Now $99.95

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Men’s Fisherman Sweaters – Authentic Irish Aran Knitwear

At The Irish Store, our Men's Fisherman Sweaters collection showcases beautifully crafted Aran knitwear, inspired by the traditional sweaters worn by Irish fishermen. Made from high-quality wool and featuring iconic Aran stitches, each sweater combines warmth, comfort, and heritage.

What Is a Traditional Irish Fisherman Sweater?

A traditional Irish fisherman sweater, commonly known as an Aran sweater, originates from the Aran Islands off Ireland’s west coast. These sweaters are celebrated worldwide for their craftsmanship, intricate patterns, and timeless style.

Key Features

  • Material: Originally made from natural wool for durability and water resistance. Our fisherman sweaters are crafted in Ireland from 100% merino wool, making them soft and comfortable.
  • Design: Features traditional stitch patterns:
    • Cable stitch – symbolising fishermen’s ropes and safety.
    • Diamond stitch – representing wealth and success.
    • Honeycomb stitch – signifying hard work and reward.
  • Color: Traditionally cream or off-white, now available in a variety of colours.

Cultural Significance

Each Aran sweater tells a story. Historically, families had unique stitch combinations, making sweaters a form of identity for fishermen. Today, these garments remain a symbol of Irish tradition, blending practicality with artistry.

Men's Fisherman Sweaters — Frequently Asked Questions

What is a fisherman sweater?

A fisherman sweater is a heavy-knit woollen jumper originally worn by fishermen working the waters of the Irish and North Atlantic coasts. The most famous are Aran fisherman sweaters, known for dense stitch patterns such as cables, diamonds and honeycombs.

Are fisherman sweaters the same as Aran sweaters?

The terms are often used interchangeably, but there is a distinction. All Aran sweaters are fisherman sweaters, but not all fisherman sweaters are Aran sweaters. An Aran sweater specifically originates from the Aran Islands. You can also browse men's Aran sweaters and cardigans.

What wool are fisherman sweaters made from?

Our Irish fisherman sweaters are crafted from 100% merino wool — a soft, breathable and temperature-regulating natural fibre. Traditional versions were made from báinín, an untreated wool rich in natural lanolin.

Are fisherman sweaters good gifts?

Absolutely. A fisherman sweater makes a thoughtful Irish gift for him — practical, stylish, and rooted in Irish heritage. You can also explore our full Irish gifts for him collection.