merz b. schwanen Archives

[Worn] Merz b. Schwanen - 1940s, 215, 2S14 Loopwheel Tee Comparison May 20, 2023 BLOG

It’s been a few years since we’ve delved into Merz b. Schwanen loopwheel tees. In case you’ve missed them, check out our Brand Spotlight with the owners Peter Plotnicki and Gitta Plotnicki, as well as our Sizing and Shrinkage article to help dial in your sizing and what to expect post-wash. This go-around, we’re comparing a few different fabrics and cuts to help you understand what makes each one unique, why you should opt for one, and why you may want to take a pass.

Merz b. Schwanen Interview - Just Old Machines, or Loopwheelers? December 8, 2019 BLOG

Merz b. Schwanen in its current form is not that old. But behind the current brand is a long history dating back to 1911. Starting in 2011, Peter and Gitta Plotnicki introduced the first line of the contemporary Merz b. Schwanen line at the Bread and Butter trade show in Berlin, Germany and have gone through many iterations of their knits to bring to realization the current popular knits – 1950s tees, 206 henleys, 207 short-sleeve henleys – in their current format.

[Worn] Merz b. Schwanen - Sizing and Shrink Tests July 8, 2018 BLOG

One of the hardest parts about operating Withered Fig as an online store is assisting customers with sizing. Sizing denim and pants can be hard, but we make do with as much information as possible, to include information from you – our customers (such as providing us your measurements from your best fitting pair). When it comes to shirts and tees, we think there’s a little more leeway, and that most people can get by with a couple basic measurements (chest and shoulders).

In Search of Well-Made Clothing - Spring/Summer 2018 Market Week August 7, 2017 BLOG

Ian and I made a quick two-day trip up to NYC to attend our first Market Week from July 17-18. Market Week occurs in various locations across the globe, but some of the more popular locations include Las Vegas, Paris, and New York. It basically serves as an opportunity for brands and retailers to plan out their next six months in terms of sales and stock. For us as a retailer, we wanted to see …