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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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Polo shirts are a dime a dozen. After all, they are one of the most popular tops in menswear. And not without reason: the polo shirt is not only multifunctional and sporty, it is also a smart combination of business... Read storyInspiration · May 18, 2022
Lightweight vs. heavyweight polo shirts: what are the differences?
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The term ‘fast fashion’ may not be all that familiar to everyone. After all, many of us have never had to think twice about shopping at the most popular clothing stores, as they are affordable and accessible to a wide... Read storySustainability · May 9, 2022
The meaning & history of fast fashion
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“Buy less, choose well, make it last” – these are the infamous words of Vivenne Westwood that have shaped the sustainable fashion world forever. According to this quote, the basic principle of sustainable consumption is to shop less but to... Read storySustainability · April 29, 2022
10 Sustainable Clothing Care Tips: How to Make Your Clothes Last
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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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There are some basics in fashion that always look cool, no matter how you combine them. Like a simple white tee, for example. But when it comes to colourful t-shirts, things can get tricky. You can’t just throw on a... Read storyInspiration · April 12, 2022
How to style a red t-shirt: outfit ideas for women and men
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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, a lot of us still work from home (never ending story!). So business casual looks have taken on a whole new meaning since the beginning of pandemic. Boxers on the bottom and smart on the top. Just enough... Read storyInspiration · March 16, 2022
Are chinos business casual? Styling tips for chinos at work