Our T-shirts are predominantly developed in cotton jersey, with polyester and cotton/elastane constructions where different performance is needed.

• Cotton - Soft, breathable and versatile. Its weight and knit construction determine much of the finished feel and silhouette.
• Polyester - Useful where durability, stability, moisture management or faster drying is important.
• Cotton + elastane - Adds stretch and recovery, making it useful for closer-fitting garments and stretch ribs.
• GSM - Grams per square metre: a measure of fabric weight. Generally, higher GSM means a denser, more substantial fabric, although yarn, knit and finishing also matter.

Care Cold or 30°C wash. Turn inside out. Wash with similar colours and mild detergent. Line dry where possible. Avoid bleach, high heat and direct ironing over prints or embroidery.

Sweatshirts and hoodies are generally developed in cotton French terry, cotton fleece or cotton/polyester fleece.

• French terry - Recognisable by its looped reverse. Substantial without necessarily being heavily insulated.
• Fleece - The internal surface is brushed to create a softer, warmer texture.
• Cotton/poly fleece - Can balance cotton handfeel with increased durability and dimensional stability.
• Rib - Used at cuffs, waistbands and necklines because it stretches and recovers differently from the main body fabric.

Care Wash cold and inside out. Avoid bleach and unnecessary high heat. Line dry where practical.

Our woven shirts are predominantly developed in cotton and linen.

• Cotton - Can range from crisp poplin to softer washed constructions.
• Linen - Made from flax fibre. Breathable, textured and naturally prone to creasing - part of the material rather than a defect.

Care Cool gentle wash. Avoid excessive tumble drying. Reshape while damp. Steam or iron according to the individual care label.

Our knitwear may use cotton, acrylic, cashmere and blended yarns, depending on the product and result we are trying to achieve.

• Cotton - Breathable and substantial.
• Acrylic - Soft, warm and colour-stable at a more accessible price point.
• Cashmere - A very fine animal fibre prized for softness and insulation relative to weight.
• Pilling - Some pilling is normal in knitted fibres, particularly softer yarns exposed to friction.

Care Wash sparingly. Follow the care label. Where permitted, hand wash cold or use a suitable delicate/wool cycle. Never wring. Reshape and dry flat. Store folded rather than hanging.

Caps combine more materials than their size suggests. A washed dad cap needs to behave very differently from a structured baseball cap or technical trucker.

• Common materials - Cotton twill, polyester, nylon, mesh, sweatbands, embroidery thread, internal reinforcement, metal hardware, plastic closures and structured brim components.

Care Spot clean wherever possible. Avoid machine washing, soaking and tumble drying unless specifically stated. Reshape while damp and air dry.

Depending on the design, our bags may use cotton canvas, polyester, nylon and other woven or technical materials.

• Cotton canvas - Tends to soften and develop character with use.
• Technical textiles - May be selected for strength, low weight, moisture resistance or other functional properties.

Care Spot clean where practical. Follow product-specific instructions for coated, printed or technical materials. Avoid high heat and aggressive detergents.

Occasionally a project needs something less conventional.

• DuPont™ Tyvek® - A lightweight nonwoven material made from high-density polyethylene. It has a paper-like appearance with useful water and tear resistance.
• Why we use it - For products such as coolers, bags, packaging and specialist accessories where its particular properties suit the design.

Care Generally wipe clean. Do not iron. Avoid high heat and allow to air dry. Follow the instructions for the complete product, especially when combined with insulation, linings or zips.

Bottles, cups and other food-contact products are developed with specialist manufacturers able to provide relevant testing, declarations or compliance documentation for their intended use.

• Food-contact suitability - Depends on the material, temperature, liquid, duration of contact, cleaning method and intended use.
• Product-specific claims - Dishwasher, hot-liquid, microwave and freezer suitability must be specified individually rather than assumed across a range.

Care Follow the product-specific cleaning and use instructions supplied with the item.

Mirrors, keychains and other accessories can use a range of non-textile materials depending on the object.

• Common materials - Stainless steel, aluminium, zinc alloys, acrylic, glass, plastics, enamel, plated and painted finishes.

Care Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents and prolonged moisture unless the product is specifically designed for it. Frequently handled finishes can develop natural surface wear over time.

• OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 - Textiles tested for harmful substances - official OEKO-TEX standard page.
• GOTS - Global Organic Textile Standard - official standard / certification information.
• OCS - Organic Content Standard - Textile Exchange official information.
• ISO 9001 - Quality-management systems - ISO official overview.
• ISO 14001 - Environmental-management systems - ISO official overview.
• GB 18401-2010 - National General Safety Technical Code for Textile Products; Class B applies to products with direct skin contact.
• FZ/T 73020-2019 - Knitted casual wear standard used in the referenced independent textile test.
• ZLPJ24604100 - Independent textile test report, United Testing Services (Foshan) Co., Ltd., issued 26 August 2024. Internal supporting document.