Dale of Norway - Spirit Men's Full-Zip Cardigan
Navy/Off White/Raspberry (83831-C00)
Made for Norway’s Alpine Ski Team, with details worth a second look. The Dale of Norway Spirit Men’s Cardigan combines double-knit merino wool with a bold Navy, Off White, and Raspberry design inspired by Norway’s 2022 Winter Olympic team sweater. Sporty, lightweight, and packed with Norwegian ski heritage, this is no ordinary zip-up.
Key Features
- Regular fit
- 100% skin-soft merino wool
- Mid layer, lightweight knit
- Medium-high neck
- Full-length zipper
- Raglan sleeves
- Subtle “Norway” lettering knitted into the back
- Sizes S–XXL
- Designed and knitted in Norway
- Washable
Details
Spirit is crafted from skin-soft merino wool in a durable double-knit construction designed for an active lifestyle. Raglan sleeves allow comfortable movement, while the full-length zipper and medium-high neck make layering and temperature changes easy.
The regular fit and lightweight construction work equally well as a ski mid layer, travel piece, or sporty everyday cardigan.
Design Notes
This one has layers, and not just the merino kind. Its star pattern begins with the traditional Norwegian eight-petal rose, then sharpens the familiar motif into a more crystalline form that is inspired by Chinese paper folding, or zhezhi, and Asian cartoon imagery.
Padded flag-colored shoulder stripes and elbow details nod to alpine ski sweaters of the 1970s. Look closely at the back and there’s another surprise: padded letters spelling “Norway” are knitted subtly into the design, becoming more visible as light and shadow move across the sweater.
History
Spirit was created as the 2021/22 team jacket for the Norwegian Alpine Ski Team and draws its design language from Dale of Norway’s official Norwegian team sweater for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing.
Its design brings together Norwegian ski culture and the traditional eight-petal rose with visual influences connected to the host country. Retro alpine details then reach back to the ski styles of the 1970s, giving the cardigan a story that spans cultures and generations of winter sport.
Why You’ll Love It
- Skin-soft merino wool gives you breathable natural warmth
- Double-knit construction adds durability for active wear
- Full-length zipper makes layering ridiculously convenient
- Raglan sleeves keep movement comfortable
- Lightweight warmth works on and off the mountain
- Navy, Off White, and Raspberry delivers unmistakable Norwegian team style
- Crystallized eight-petal rose gives tradition a modern twist
- Retro padded details bring a little 1970s alpine swagger
- Hidden “Norway” lettering rewards anyone who actually looks closely
- Authentic 2021/22 Norwegian Alpine Ski Team heritage
- Washable for easy everyday care
- Designed and knitted in Norway
Perfect For
The Smart Shopper: Merino wool warmth, durable double-knit construction, a full zipper, and versatile styling give Spirit plenty of jobs beyond looking excellent in ski photos.
The Outdoor Enthusiast: Lightweight warmth, breathable merino wool, raglan sleeves, and easy full-zip temperature control make this a natural companion for active winter days.
Elevated Casual Style: The full-zip silhouette makes Spirit easy to wear like a cardigan or lightweight wool jacket. The Navy base keeps all that ski-team personality surprisingly versatile.
The Culturalist: This design tells an unusually layered story, blending the Norwegian eight-petal rose and alpine ski heritage with visual influences connected to Beijing 2022.
The Gift Giver: Norwegian team history, Olympic-era design, premium merino wool, and hidden details make this the sort of gift that keeps giving the recipient things to discover.
The Legacy Shopper: Spirit connects Dale of Norway’s long relationship with Norwegian winter sport to a specific chapter in modern ski history, all wrapped in premium Norwegian craftsmanship.
The Olympic and Winter Sports Enthusiast: This is the sweet spot. Spirit was the 2021/22 Norwegian Alpine Ski Team jacket and shares its design DNA with Norway’s official 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic sweater.
