Figure 1.--This a pattern offered by a British company in the 1960s for boy's raglan sweater. It has long sleeves with a round or crew neck. It is a double knitting pattern..

The raglan sweater is named for the Earl of Raglan who like the Earl of Cardigan served in the < href="/essay/war/war-crimea.html">Crimean War (1853-56) where the men needed warm woolen garments to keep warm. Raglan sweaters are versatile wardrobe staples, commonly seen as a casual style. They are styled in many different ways. The destinuishing feature of a raglan sweatera is primarily the unique sleeve construction. This sets it apart from traditional set-in sleeve garments. Raglans have a diagonal seam that extends from the underarm to the neckline, creating a continuous line from the shoulder to the collar. Other long slaeeve sweaters have a needed shoulder seam. While most commn with sweaters, there are also raglan shirts. Raglans seems more popular with boys than girls. The raglan construction offers practical and aesthetic advantages. The diagonal seam at theunder-arm offered an expanded range of motion as well as a more relaxed fit. This made raglan-styled sweaters popular fir sportss wear and casual clothing. The lack of a shoulder seam reduces pressure points. This means greater comfort when involved in active pursuits. Therevare several key features of raglan consruction. The diagonal sleeve seam exteds from the underarm to the neckline rather tahn the shoulder. The extended sleeve construction Design: The sleeve extends in one piece fully to the collar. Enhanced mobility provides greater flexibility and ease of movement. The ragla seam creates a sporty, relaxed look that can be emphasized by contrasting colors or stitching. Raglan sweaters can be styled in numerous ways, suitable for casual and even some semi-formal occasions. The distinctive seam arrangement often draws attention to the shoulders. This is mstly a concern for adults. It is seen as flattering for certain body types.

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