This autumn, Ireland is fortunate enough to see an end to the majority of COVID restrictions. Vaccines have allowed hospitality and events to reopen, with no limits on meeting in groups or travelling within Ireland. While a year ago may seem like a chaotic blur away, it's important to remember the limitations we had, to appreciate the freedoms we can enjoy this year. Autumn in Ireland is a dynamic season rich with seasonal produce and nature. Here are five ways to appreciate Irish autumn in ways we couldn't in 2020.

The Aran jumper is a recognisable icon in today's fashion age. Its luxurious cosy style has been spotted being appreciated by celebrities since the 1950s, but did you know these fascinating facts about the famous jumper's roots? 

Taylors Swift eighth studio album , Folklore, was released in July 2020. The album was a move away for her more recent pop influenced albums back to the country and folk inspired music of her younger days.The album was influenced heavily by nature with Swift depicted walking barefoot through forests and at peace with nature.

At Aran Store our aims our simple. We aim to bring you the best knitwear that is produced in the British Isles. That for us means Aran knitwear produced in Ireland and  cashmere and tweed produced in Scotland.