Dale of Norway - Dalarna Women's Cardigan
Blue Shadow/Metal Grey (85901-D00)
A modern alpine classic with championship roots. The Dalarna Women’s Cardigan is the official sweater of the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team for the 2026/27 season—crafted in soft merino wool and designed for effortless movement from mountain mornings to everyday life. Lightweight yet refined, it delivers performance, heritage, and style in one beautifully finished layer.
Key Features:
- Regular fit
- 100% Merino wool
- Mid layer, light knit
- Medium-high neck
- Full-length 2-way zipper
- T-sleeve
- Flatbed knit technique
- Designed and knitted in Norway
- Washable
Details:
Lightweight, soft, and easy to layer, the Dalarna has a comfortable regular fit with a medium-high neck and T-sleeve construction. The full-length two-way zipper gives you extra flexibility for sitting, layering, and temperature control, while fine merino wool provides breathable warmth without the bulk of a heavy sweater. Flatbed knitting creates a clean, refined finish both inside and out.
Design Notes:
Dalarna borrows a little swagger from vintage ski tracksuits and gives it the Dale of Norway treatment. The patterning is subtle - done in a cool snow-inspired color pallet of Blue Shadow and Metal Grey, while bold stripes along the shoulders and sleeves bring an unmistakably athletic edge.
Look closer and you’ll find Dale’s iconic eight-petal rose worked quietly into the design, connecting this modern team cardigan to generations of Norwegian knitwear. Tonal ribbing keeps everything crisp and balanced. The result feels sporty without looking overly technical, making Dalarna just as natural with ski pants as it is with jeans and boots.
History:
Dale of Norway has created official sweaters for Norway’s national ski teams since 1956, building a connection between Norwegian knitting traditions and winter sport that spans generations. The Dalarna Cardigan continues that story as the official team sweater of the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team for the 2026/27 season. The design carries echoes of other classic Dale of Norway sweater designs such as Christiania, Ingeborg, and Peace, reworked with the energy of contemporary alpine sport.
Its name reaches across Scandinavia to Dalarna County in central Sweden, home to the winter sports city of Falun.
Why You’ll Love It
- Skin-soft merino wool is perfect for regulating temperature without the stereotypical itch or heavy feel of wool.
- As a lightweight mid-layer this cardigan is easy to wear indoors, outdoors, over a base layer, or under a jacket
- The functional two-way zipper feature adds ventilation, movement, and styling flexibility
- Norwegian Alpine Ski Team design adds authentic snow-sport heritage to your everyday wardrobe
- Classic eight-petal rose adds a subtle connection to traditional Norwegian knitting
- Transitions easily from mountain mornings to après-ski and city weekends
- Authentic Dale of Norway craftsmanship that is actually Made in Norway
- Washable merino wool makes this premium cardigan refreshingly practical
- A distinctive choice for anyone who wants Norwegian knitwear with a modern athletic edge
Perfect For
The Smart Shopper - This is the kind of cardigan that earns its hanger space. Premium merino wool, timeless Nordic design, and versatile styling make Dalarna a piece you can reach for season after season.
The Outdoor Enthusiast - Ski trip? Winter walk? Chilly trailhead? The lightweight merino knit provides breathable warmth and easy layering without weighing you down.
The Travel Minimalist - One cardigan, many jobs. Wear it as a light jacket, warm mid layer, après-ski sweater, or polished travel piece, with a two-way zipper that makes it especially comfortable on the move.
Elevated Casual Style - Dalarna hits that sweet spot between sporty and polished. Pair it with jeans and boots for the weekend or dress it up for a casual office day without looking like you just wandered in from the chairlift.
The Culturalist - The eight-petal rose, Norwegian craftsmanship, ski-team heritage, and Scandinavian design story give this cardigan meaning well beyond its good looks.
The Gift Giver - For someone who loves skiing, Norway, Scandinavian design, or beautifully made wool clothing, Dalarna is the sort of gift that feels substantial and genuinely special.
The Legacy Shopper - Dale of Norway has been knitting its way through generations of Norwegian winter culture. Dalarna carries that craftsmanship forward in a modern, wearable form.
The Scandinavian Lifestyle Enthusiast - Clean lines, Nordic patterning, natural wool, cool colors, and just enough tradition make this an easy fit for a Scandinavian-inspired wardrobe.
The Olympic Enthusiast - If Norwegian snow sports are your winter-season obsession, this one has serious pedigree. Dalarna was created as the official wool team jacket of the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team for the 2026/27 season.
