Fair Isle, traditionally a knitting technique originating from Shetland, has had a fashion make-over. Made in to blazers as part of the AW11 Junya Watanabe collection it has kicked started a broader interest in this knitting style (purists will no doubt be seething). Here are the Observer's ten best 'inspired by' pieces
All by Junya Watanabe from mrporter.com
Fashion editors: Jo Jones and Helen Seamons
Photographer: Kevin Foord
Model: Jeremy Young at Models 1
Grooming: Juliana Sergot
Photograph: Kevin Foord
Shop around for styling details that make the look your own,
like this button shoulder style
From frenchconnection.com Photograph: PR
Long gone are the days when Fair Isle knits were something a distant relative sent in the wrong size. Embrace the Nordic style this winter with this super smart cardigan. Wear over a simple t-shirt, layered under a jacket
By NN.07 from oki-ni.com Photograph: PR
Replace your winter jacket with a warm Fair Isle knit. Complete the look with a dark denim jean, chunky wool scarf and a brogue boot
From gap.eu Photograph: PR
Try out Fair Isle with a shirt look and this cardigan by one of our favourites - Burkman Brothers. They also do a good check shirt to complete the look
Burkman Brothers from oki-ni.com Photograph: PR
We love this YMC textural knit, it works well under a jacket to brighten any look
By YMC at vanmidert.com Photograph: PR
Don't write in - we know it's not strictly speaking a Fair Isle but it is Raf Simons and in our book that makes it very good. Very good indeed
By Raf Simons from mrporter.com Photograph: PR
As usual Topman have come up trumps and covered this trend
at a wallet friendly price
From topman.com Photograph: PR
We like this 1930s replica Fair Isle knit, it reminds us of family Yuletide snapshots from a bygone era
By Levi's Vintage Clothing from my-wardrobe.com Photograph: PR
Made with 34% yak's wool for a more authentic finish.
Available in sizes small to XX large
From margarethowell.co.uk Photograph: PR
If bright and statement isn't for you then look for a Fair Isle print in monochrome tones. Layer over a black roll neck for a relaxed feel
By Redherring from debenhams.com Photograph: PR
