Sometimes we wish our mugs would just put some bloody clothes on. This mug does just that, putting on a cosy looking Aran sweater. If you think about it, it actually looks like it’s seen a blog a two. Probably reads McQueen biographies, plays Chet Baker on vinyl and has a poster of Paul Newman somewhere.

A classy kind of mug. (Yanko Design)

Inis Meáin is the real deal in terms of traditional Irish knitwear. Based on the Aran Islands they’ve seen a surge of interest in recent times and deservedly so. Originally designed for local fisherman and the community around them, they’ve developed a modern take on the classic Aran without losing any of the good stuff that made it so popular over the years. This Button up jumper uses a cable knit chest panel and comes in navy. Frans Boone has them.

More look after the click.

Aran sweaters have been a part of Irish culture for decades. “Historically, each family had their own particular pattern, a unique combination of stitches, which was closesly guarded within clans and passed down from mother to daughter, generation to generation.” The “heavyweight sweater” is made of 100% pure wool and is water repellant. “An aran sweater can absorb 30% of its weight in water before feeling wet.” If you’re looking for a heavy cable knit style sweater, this one’s it. These traditional sweaters come in various colors and are available at AranSweaterMarket.

More looks after the click.