For a festive look, or for "trekking" with snow shoes, this is the perfect sweater for half of its original price!  It is hand-knit of 100% wool.  (Don't shy away from wool....it gets softer everytime you wash it)  Care is simple...soak in cool water, or cool water with a tiny bit of liquid detergent.  Rinse carefully, again in cool water.....no agitation.  Put it in the washer to SPIN.  Shake it out, and lay it flat to reshape it.  After a couple of washes, it feels like your favorite "comfort-wear"!  Take advantage of this great sale.  You won't be sorry!