Materials

Rethinking what sportswear is made of.

Two fibres carry most of our collection: TENCEL™ Lyocell made from wood and organic cotton (kbA). Here's why – and what they do for you.

What is the best material for this particular piece – and how can we make it better?

For us, it's not about finding one perfect fabric. It's about questioning every component of a garment – from the main fibre to the thread, print and finish.

We choose materials by performance, feel, durability, origin and environmental impact.

Why TENCEL™ Lyocell?

Performance inspired by nature.

TENCEL™ Lyocell is a cellulose fibre made from wood. It feels smooth and soft on the skin, takes up moisture and releases it again – properties made for training, movement and everyday life.

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From tree to T-shirt

How the fibre is made.

01 / 05

Responsibly sourced wood

Everything starts with wood from certified (FSC® or PEFC) or controlled sources.

Organic cotton (kbA)

The natural classic.

kbA stands for kontrolliert biologischer Anbau – controlled organic farming. We use organic cotton where its properties make sense: for hoodies, relaxed silhouettes and pieces where a natural feel and robustness are an advantage.

Controlled organic farming · kbA
  • 01

    No synthetic pesticides

    Organic farming does without chemical-synthetic pesticides and fertilisers. Pests are managed with natural methods.

  • 02

    No GMO seeds

    Genetically modified seed is not allowed in organic cultivation.

  • 03

    Living soil

    Crop rotation and natural fertilisers such as compost keep the soil fertile.

  • 04

    Independently inspected

    Organic farms are inspected regularly by independent control bodies.

Organic vs. conventional cotton

Pesticides
Conventional: Chemical-synthetic pesticides are commonly used.
Organic (kbA): No chemical-synthetic pesticides.
Fertiliser
Conventional: Synthetic mineral fertilisers are common.
Organic (kbA): Natural fertilisers such as compost and manure.
Seeds
Conventional: Genetically modified seed is widely used.
Organic (kbA): No genetically modified seed.
Control
Conventional: No organic inspection.
Organic (kbA): Regular inspections by independent control bodies.

Which fibre for what?

  • TENCEL™ Lyocell

    Tees & performance tops

    Smooth, cool feel and moisture management – for training and warm days.

    Shop tees
  • Organic cotton (kbA)

    Hoodies & relaxed fits

    Soft, cosy and robust – for everyday wear and cooler days.

    Shop hoodies

Every detail counts

It doesn't stop at the fabric.

For our sewing threads we currently use recycled polyester where strength and durability require it. Our next step: renewable alternatives for threads, prints, finishes and trims.

Sewing threads Prints Finishes Trims

Our material principles

Choose better. Use less. Keep exploring.

  • Natural where possible

    We prioritise natural, cellulose-based and renewable fibres where they make functional sense.

  • Recycled where necessary

    Where synthetics are hard to replace, we look for recycled alternatives.

  • Performance matters

    A garment only makes sense if it performs, lasts and gets worn.

  • Always improving

    Material innovation never stops. Neither do we.

We're not claiming the perfect material exists.

We're working towards it.

TENCEL™ is a trademark of Lenzing AG. Fibre information: tencel.com/claims

Our fabrics in Detail

What fabrics do we use

Facts, not Ffigures: What the fabrics we use are made of, how much synthetics it contains, where it comes from, and what we don't know yet.

LYO

TENCEL™ Lyocell

94%

LyocellCellulosefaser

  • 94 %LyocellCellulosefaser
  • 6 %ElasthanKunststofffaser · dehnbar
Kunststofffasern
6 % · ElasthanKunststofffasern können beim Waschen feine Fasern abgeben.
Genäht in
Berlin
Noch offen

We will update the information regarding the fabric supplier, the country of origin of the fabric, and the dyeing facility as soon as we have verified it.

HJG

Organic Heavy Jogging

80%

Bio-BaumwolleNaturfaser

  • 80 %Bio-BaumwolleNaturfaser
  • 20 %recyceltes PolyesterKunststofffaser
Kunststofffasern
20 % · recyceltes PolyesterKunststofffasern können beim Waschen feine Fasern abgeben.
Flächengewicht
320 g/m²
Stoff von
KATTUN
Genäht in
Berlin
Noch offen

We are currently working with the supplier to determine in which country the fabric is knitted and dyed.

SWB

MIND THE MAKER Organic Sweat Brushed

100%

Bio-BaumwolleNaturfaser

  • 100 %Bio-BaumwolleNaturfaser
Kunststofffasern
0 % · keine laut Zusammensetzung
Flächengewicht
310 g/m²
Stoff von
KATTUNInnen angeraut
Genäht in
Berlin
Noch offen

We are currently working with the supplier to determine in which country the fabric is knitted and dyed.

FSWBald

Bio-Feinsweat

95%

Bio-Baumwolle (kbA)Naturfaser

  • 95 %Bio-Baumwolle (kbA)Naturfaser
  • 5 %ElasthanKunststofffaser · dehnbar
Kunststofffasern
5 % · ElasthanKunststofffasern können beim Waschen feine Fasern abgeben.
Flächengewicht
270 g/m²
Stoff von
naturstoff.de
Genäht in
Berlin
Noch offen

Herstellungsland des Stoffs tragen wir nach, sobald wir es belegt haben.

SSCBald

Re-Life Softshell

98%

BaumwolleNaturfaser

  • 98 %BaumwolleNaturfaser
  • 2 %ElasthanKunststofffaser · dehnbar
Kunststofffasern
2 % · ElasthanKunststofffasern können beim Waschen feine Fasern abgeben.
Flächengewicht
250 g/m²
Stoff von
LebenskleidungRestposten
Genäht in
Berlin
Noch offen

The manufacturer refers to it as organic cotton (kbA). We do not have a certificate for this fabric, so we have simply listed it as “cotton” here.

Warum hier kein Score steht

Wir vergeben für unsere Produkte keine eigenen Punkte und kein eigenes Siegel. Eine Zahl würde mehr verstecken als zeigen. Hier steht, woraus das Teil besteht und wo es herkommt, so weit wir es belegen können. Die Angaben zum Stoff stammen von unseren Lieferanten. Was wir noch nicht wissen, schreiben wir dazu.

Naturfaser
Faser aus Pflanzen oder Tieren, z. B. Baumwolle.
Cellulosefaser
Faser aus Zellstoff, meist aus Holz, z. B. Lyocell oder Modal.
Kunststofffaser
Faser aus Kunststoff, z. B. Polyester. Recyceltes Polyester ist ebenfalls Kunststoff.
Kunststofffaser · dehnbar
Dehnbare Kunststofffaser, damit der Stoff in Form bleibt und mitgeht.