Womens Lambswool Silk Roll Neck Jumper

75% Lambswool 25% Silk Fisherman's Roll Neck Jumper

Named after the historic Cornish town of Helston, known in Cornish as Hellys, a name commonly associated with the idea of an old court or hall, the Helston draws on Cornwall’s maritime heritage for its distinctive knitted details.  Crafted from a premium Italian-spun blend of 75% lambswool and 25% silk from Papi Fabio (estd. 1850), it combines the natural warmth and softness of fine wool with silk neps scattered throughout the yarn. These contrasting flecks give every colour a beautifully nuanced, speckled appearance and a timeless heritage character.

The midweight jumper is knitted in single jersey to keep the yarn's character clearly visible. Fisherman-inspired detailing runs along the raglan armholes in garter and selective knitting, forming a traditional “ladder of life” motif that represents the stages, trials and triumphs of a sailor’s life, as well as the ladders used aboard boats. A substantial roll neck provides warmth, while the cuffs and hem combine rolled edges, garter stitch and ribs, with detailing inspired by broken waves along the shoreline.

Style Summary

• Premium Natural Blend: 75% lambswool and 25% silk combine natural warmth, softness and breathability with the refined character of a premium blended yarn.
• Distinctive Speckled Texture: Contrasting silk neps are injected through the lambswool yarn, creating subtle flecks of colour and a richly textured surface that makes each shade particularly distinctive.
• Timeless Heritage Character: The softly speckled yarn and traditional fisherman-inspired construction give the Helston an enduring look rooted in classic British knitwear.
• Natural Warmth: Lambswool traps insulating air while remaining breathable, providing comfortable warmth without relying on synthetic fibres.
• Maritime Detailing: The knitted “ladder of life” along the raglan armholes references traditional seafaring symbolism and adds subtle definition to the shoulders.
• Comfortable Roll Neck: A generous ribbed roll neck provides additional warmth and can be adjusted naturally to suit the wearer.
• Considered Finishing: Rolled edges, garter stitch and ribs at the cuffs and hem add texture while referencing the irregular movement of waves along the Cornish coast.