the aging guide

we think about fabric and dye more than anything else. we make our garments not just to be worn, but as companions — pieces made to change with you. the longer you wear them, the more they assimilate to you, becoming an extension of yourself and walking the road alongside you.

we think that's a beautiful idea. so we want to hand you the knowledge to understand our pieces — what the differences are, what to keep in mind, and how to keep them with you for years to come.

garment dye

garment dyed pieces are constructed first and then dyed as a whole after. because of this the color sinks differently across the surface of the garment - collecting and exposing seams, the collar and every place the fabric doubles over. the color draws into the fiber and bonds there, resulting in a slightly faded, worn-in feel that holds its color through years of washing.

how to care
wash with cold water (30°). air dry and use mild detergent.

pigment dye

pigment dye never truly enters the fiber - it sits on the surface held by a binder. that's what gives it its signature matte, dry hand and visible tonal variation. the dye adapts and fades based on usage, particularly at shoulders, joints and anywhere the fabric flexes the most and is exposed to direct sunlight. with time the structure of the fabric will shine through, creating beautiful light contrasts and the signature texture of pigment dyed pieces.

how to care
wash with cold water (30°) on a gentle cycle. air dry and use mild detergent. wash alone the first time to avoid bleeding. heat loosens the binder faster, a gentle hand slows the fading.

natural dye

the color of natural dyes is drawn from roots, barks, leaves and sometimes insects and is fixed into the fiber with a mordant. the oldest and most unpredictable with a long history across cultures, there is a slight unevenness in the dye that you can see already from day one. it reacts the most to its surroundings and how it's worn, sunlight especially lifts it more than the other two methods. bleeding is very common (think of a new pair of selvedge jeans) and the piece can pass a little color, so be mindful of wearing with white garments, especially when it rains and during the first few washing cycles. the color becomes less sensitive to light and pH the more it's worn and washed.

how to care
wash with cold water (30°), using a pH-neutral detergent. wash alone for the first few washes. air dry, out of direct sunlight.

our garments are made to age and develop unique characters with you, depending on how and by whom they are worn. wear yours a lot and it will mold to you, holding the marks of everywhere you've taken it. no two will look the same.

for the journey ahead.