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The name in the waistband and what it tells you

Short answer: A woven label in the waistband lasts far longer than a printed one. Printed labels fade away after twen...

Why two nearly identical garments cost very different amounts

Short answer: Yarn quality, sewing work, quality control and the number of middlemen explain most of the price gap be...

When your favourite model is discontinued

Short answer: Manufacturers change their range at least once every year, often more. Find something that fits perfect...

How to test a new brand without spending too much

Short answer: Buy one item in the product type you use most, and wear it daily for a month. After thirty days you wil...

Size guides vary between brands

Short answer: Two brands can use the same letter and mean something different. Always use the guide for the exact mod...

Why there are so many brands in the same category

Short answer: There are many brands because they cover different needs. Some make seamless items, some classic fit, s...

Bamboo Basics and the advantage of sets

Short answer: Bamboo Basics sells a lot in multipacks and sets. The advantage is identical items that can be used in ...

A known brand or the shop's own

Short answer: A store's own brand has fewer steps between factory and customer and can therefore offer more quality f...

JBS and JBS of Denmark are not the same

Short answer: JBS of Denmark is the broad line with underwear, nightwear, t-shirts and shirts for both genders. JBS i...

Decoy and Zent in the hosiery section

Short answer: Decoy and Zent are both narrow brands because a specific need is not covered by the broad brands. Decoy...

Nordic Weaving and bamboo towels

Short answer: Nordic Weaving makes the towels. Bamboo viscose towels absorb well and dry faster than thick cotton ter...

Moodies and bamboo period underwear

Short answer: Moodies makes period underwear with a built in absorbent layer. It is washed and reused instead of bein...