IrelandsEye  Red Wool & Cashmere Full-Zip Cardigan!

Bring rich color and serious warmth to cold-weather layering with this pre-owned IrelandsEye knitwear cardigan jacket. Handcrafted in Dublin, Ireland, it is made from a luxurious 95% wool and 5% cashmere blend that feels soft, warm, and substantial without unnecessary bulk. The vibrant red shade turns a classic full-zip silhouette into a statement layer. Antique gold tone zipper, unlined. 

~ Brand history & design identity:

IrelandsEye is an Irish heritage knitwear brand founded in Dublin in 1988. Its design language pairs practical warmth with natural fibers, tactile texture, and easy everyday wear. The supplied brand notes identify this piece with the second-generation cursive irelandseye logo, spiral emblem, and “designing comfort naturally” tagline associated with the brand's 2000s identity.

~ This garment's story:

The exact production year and ownership history of this individual cardigan are not documented. Based on the supplied logo details, construction, and silhouette notes, it is estimated to date from the mid-2000s to early 2010s. Its next chapter is as a versatile pre-loved layer: a compact knit jacket that can bring warmth, color, and Irish craft heritage to a modern wardrobe.

~ Product details:

• Brand: IrelandsEye Knitwear

• Category: Women's full-zip cardigan jacket

• Tagged size: Small (S)

• Color: Vibrant  red

• Fabric: 95% wool / 5% cashmere

• Origin: Crafted in Dublin, Ireland, as supplied

• Construction: Classic jersey-knit body with ribbed mock collar, cuffs, and waistband

• Features: Full-length zipper, two front welt pockets, and ribbed trim details

~ Condition: good pre-loved, sold as-is

This cardigan is pre-owned and sold as-is. It shows light, normal signs of gentle previous wear. There is no structural damage, no holes, and no stains noted in the supplied condition report. The zipper functions smoothly, the cherry red color remains bright, and the internal brand and fabric-content tags are intact and legible. Please review the photos for the fabric texture and overall condition.

~ Who it's for?

For lovers of Irish knitwear, natural-fiber layering, heritage clothing, colorful minimalism, and polished everyday wardrobe pieces. It works for anyone who wants the warmth of a wool cardigan with the structure and convenience of a jacket.

~ Why you need it:

This is a reliable cold-weather workhorse with more personality than a neutral sweater. The mock neck adds polish, the pockets bring practical function, and the full zip lets you control the fit and warmth. Wear it as an indoor sweater, a light outer layer, or a bright finishing piece over dark autumn basics.

~ Style tips:

• Modern heritage: Pair it with dark straight-leg denim, leather loafers, and a wool skirt or tailored trousers.

• Autumn statement: Layer over a cream turtleneck with chocolate-brown corduroy, leather boots, and a structured tote.

• Scandinavian contrast: Let the cherry red stand out against black trousers, a white tee, and minimalist sneakers.

• Dark academia: Wear with a pleated midi skirt, button-down shirt, oxford shoes, and a vintage-inspired satchel.

• Weekend ease: Zip it over a tee with relaxed jeans and ankle boots, or wear it open over a fitted knit when the weather softens.

Approximate flat-lay measurement chart

Measurements were taken flat and are approximate. The natural elasticity of the wool and cashmere knit allows the fabric to stretch and reshape on the body, so compare these measurements with a similar sweater you own. Reshaping can vary with wear and care.

~ Care:

Hand wash. Do not bleach. Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp. Dry cleanable.

~ Sustainable second-life note:

Choosing pre-owned knitwear keeps an existing garment in circulation, extends its usable life, and can reduce demand for new production and textile waste. This cardigan is made from a 95% wool and 5% cashmere blend, but its exact carbon, water, energy, transport, and end-of-life impact cannot be calculated without production, care, and shipping records. No item-specific climate figure is claimed.