Remember that minty green knit that Johansson designed for Acne’s S/S 2012 collection? Well it has finally arrived. Part of Acne’s Galway collection of knits, the minty sweater features a ribbed neck, waistband and a raglan styled sleeve. Most important, it will keep you warm, while looking great. Available through all Acne retail accounts and online.

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We enjoy the thrill of the chase but if you’re the kind of person put off by all the rummaging vintage shopping requires then Blackbird offer up an easy alternative. The webstore have selected an impressive range of vintage sweatshirts from around the 50s-70s for your viewing and retail pleasure.

“Recently acquired from a vintage buy trip, this grip of vintage sweatshirts is a tribute to the practicality and functionality of classic Americana sport shirting. Whether for workouts or for elegant hoodlumism, an old beat up, faded, soft as hell sweatshirt is a perfect layering piece for colder weather”.

SNS Herning with the help of END preview their Spring Summer 2012 offering of fine knitwear. Three garments pop out: The port sweater originally designed for North Sea harbor workers is a layering sweater meant to add that extra insulation in the coldest of times (then again these are Spring items). The classic Stark cardigan made from virgin wool and a bubble-knit texture patter has been in the SNS Herning family since 1971. The classic trim sweater is a navy cut made for rugged wear. Dig in.

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Today, we head over to Europe for a taste of Italy through the eyes of Marco Ravanetti, the editor of one of our favorite sites, Men’s Reveire. We asked him to pick eight of his favorite items for the holidays; goods that could serve as gifts for just about anyone. We of course get a very discreet list what can only be seen as a very considered offering.

As Mr. Ravanetti tell us, “Yes, I do love gifts. A lot, although I don’t receive them very often. Due to this, eight, is a very tight number, therefore, I hope Jeff will allow me to cheat just a tiny bit.” Yes, sir, you can cheat.

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We could all do with a few more chunky knits in our lives. They’re one of those non-essential essentials than fashion loves. A known unknown or, if you like speaking plain english, something you want but don’t need. We’ve also heard that chunky cream knits are a prime candidate for partner thievery this season, so watch your back. Hunting & Collecting has it.

Sasquatchfabrix are one of our favourite brands. The Inoue Brothers are one of our favourite brands. So what happens when you mix those two together? You get a post about it. And some clothes, including this cardigan. The oversized cardigan is always a fiddily one to wear – do you use it as a layer or a jacket? – this one works well as a makeshift jacket. LN-CC has them.

Berlin store Soto has launched first products from their in-house label, Le Berlinois, this week. Focussing on quality basics, the Le Berlinois Cashmere Collection consists of crewneck and v-neck sweaters, as well as beanies and scarves. Made of 100% Mongolian cashmere, all styles are offered in a series of colors, that will for sure get you through the cold winter. And we all know, that on cold winter days, nothing beats a nice cashmere set.

The Le Berlinois Cashmere Collection is now available online from Soto.

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Fairisle, Navajo and a mish mash of the two collide is these festive sweaters from Wrangler. Makers of all things denim they turn their attentions to knitwear. Man cannot live on jeans alone. A lot going on pattern wise here so if you’re looking to keep a low profile then perhaps something more subdued would suit. However, there’s no better time to kick off a mulled wine and jazzy sweater party and this is the cardigan to do it in.

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William Lockie gets the nod from France’s A.P.C. for a series of proper sweaters just in time for autumn and winter. You have options of colors to choose from. Scottish made from 100% lambswool. Should arrive in A.P.C. as we speak or sooner than later.

Oatmeal is a fine color for Autumn, don’t you think? Ralph Lauren offers their take on the toggle sweater. “Designed in a soft blend of wool, silk and alpaca for ultimate comfort, our hand-knit sweater is finished with an intarsia-knit design and wood buttons at the neck for heritage style.”

More looks at the Ralph Lauren Hand-Knit Wool Toggle Sweater after the click.