Iceland blog articles and news announcements

Réttir in Iceland: Inside the traditional Icelandic sheep roundup

Iceland’s sheep are a source of conversation for many reasons. With more than 600,000 roaming the island nation, Iceland has far more sheep than people. And Icelandic wool is a big part of the country’s economic activity, too. It’s positively woven into the culture and also serves as one of the nation’s biggest exports.

How a pair of wool socks saved a wedding

This story is from a local Chinese guide, and it was too delightful not to share.

New Icewear stores opened: Goðafoss and Westman Islands

These two locations are both situated at major landmarks and serve both tourists and the local population.

woman walking in red sand in Snæfellsnes, in west Iceland

The inside epidemic? How has time outdoors changed in 40 years

Analyzing data from the University College London, Icewear has explored how daily activities have changed since the 1970s

How often to wash clothes?

Everyone washes clothing much the same way you do everywhere else. There is a curious Icelandic local tradition however...