Aran sweaters were originally made for sailors and are still made by hand. The characteristic knitting patterns of the Aran sweaters, all have a deeper meaning. For example, the zigzag pattern is supposed to represent the rugged coast of Ireland, the plait pattern is supposed to symbolize the fishermen's nets and promises good luck in the catch and the diamond stands for prosperity and success. Nowadays, the warm knitted sweaters from the Aran Islands on the west coast of Ireland are famous all over the world and dress men and women alike.
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