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Stories, guides and news from the SANVT team — on fit, materials and the everyday pieces we make.
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It’s no big secret that we at SANVT are true chino pants stans. After all, no other trousers are such an all-rounder as chinos. They can be styled for business as well as for leisure and do not impose themselves on... Read storyInspiration · April 25, 2022
Chinos vs. formal trousers: The differences in style, fit & fabric
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A good pair of trousers shouldn’t be underestimated, especially when they’re summer-proof and suitable for tropical temperatures. With good weather approaching us soon, you might be asking yourself if you’ve got pants that can make you feel confident and... Read storyProduct · April 13, 2022
What fabrics make the best summer trousers?
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Nowadays we take our cotton clothes for granted. Mostly without any awareness of where and how cotton is produced or what the history behind the fabric is. And while some innovative, sustainable fibres like Lyocell were developed only a few... Read storyProduct · April 4, 2022
The history of cotton. A tale of trade, politics and industry
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With every day of sunshine, summer seems to be getting a little closer. And as temperatures rise, a question arises: what are the best summer fabrics? Don’t we all want to avoid sweat stains and unpleasant odours in non-breathable clothing?... Read storyProduct · March 24, 2022
Best summer fabrics: The 4 top materials for hot weather
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These days people are buying more sustainable products, especially when it comes to their clothes. But navigating the confusing world of sustainable fashion and finding authentically sustainable garments can be a tricky task. This is certainly the case with the... Read storyProduct · March 7, 2022
Pima & Supima Cotton Vs. Organic Cotton
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Men and underwear… am I right?! While women regularly stock up on lingerie and new underwear, we men tend to attach less importance to what lies hidden behind our closed zippers. And whether our knickers have two or three holes,... Read storyProduct · January 17, 2022
The best fabric for boxer shorts
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For many of us, shirts are only withdrawn from our wardrobes after long periods of inactivity when a formal occasion comes around – or for business. But we don’t have to be so particular, as shirts can be worn in... Read storyProduct · December 2, 2021
Best Fabrics for Shirts – a SANVT Guide
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If you think T-Shirts are only for light and hot summer days, then you’ve probably never worn a heavyweight T-shirt. Because a heavy T-shirt is not only heavier, it is also much thicker and warmer. Depending on the material, density... Read storyProduct · November 12, 2021
What is a heavyweight t-shirt?
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What your clothes are made of is not only critical for the planet, it’s also crucial for the quality, functionality and aesthetics of the product itself. It’s especially true for a multi-functional piece like the polo shirt, where the material... Read storyProduct · October 2, 2021
What's the best fabric for polo shirts?