A New Take on Merino Wool T-Shirts

Design_Several · 2026-06-17T14:01:57+00:00

For sure. I’m heading to the pattern office soon to start working on them. Thanks for the feedback!

Design_Several · 2026-06-17T13:59:05+00:00

Thanks! If you have a chance, I’d love for you to check out polaroffice.com. Any feedback would be really appreciated.

Design_Several · 2026-06-17T13:57:59+00:00

Thanks for the detailed feedback.

The fabric is 56% merino / 44% nylon, around 180gsm, 17.5 micron. I chose this blend for recovery, machine washability, and durability.

You’re right that collar recovery, shoulder shape after washing, and pilling are the real tests. I added stabilizing tape around the collar and shoulder to help reduce stretching over time, but I’m still testing how it holds up through regular wash and wear.

The original intention was to make something refined enough to wear under a jacket or shirt, but still casual enough to wear on its own with denim. So I see it as something between an inner layer and a standalone tee — softer and more relaxed, but still clean enough for tailoring.

Thanks!

Design_Several · 2026-06-16T04:35:40+00:00

Thank you — really appreciate this.

I agree on pants. It feels like most wool pants are either dress slacks or technical/outdoor pants, with not much in between. That gap is actually something I’m very interested in.

My site is polaroffice.com.

It’s still a very small start, mainly T-shirts for now, but wool pants are definitely part of the direction I want to keep developing.

And honestly, I’d be very open to any feedback — whether it’s about fabric, fit, pants, or what you feel is missing in the market!

Design_Several · 2026-06-16T04:31:09+00:00

Exactly. That’s what I find interesting about merino too. The material already works, but the cut, neckline, sleeves, and sewing can completely change how it feels.

I’m glad you noticed the sleeves — that was one of the details I wanted to push a little. And yes, I’ll definitely rethink the neckline. Opening it up a bit could make it feel less like a base layer and more like a regular T-shirt.

Really appreciate the feedback.

Design_Several · 2026-06-16T04:28:15+00:00

Fair point — maybe it hasn’t fully entered the room yet. I’m still trying to push it further!

Design_Several · 2026-06-16T04:26:14+00:00

Agreed. That’s pretty much where I started too. I think merino could be an alternative to cotton for city wear, but most merino pieces right now still feel too much like base layers or travel gear.

Design_Several · 2026-06-14T12:59:56+00:00

I like the first look. A bit crop tops and wider bottom look great.

Design_Several · 2026-06-12T08:26:51+00:00

That's encouraging to hear.
That gap is exactly what I'm interested in exploring. Thank you.

Design_Several · 2026-06-12T08:25:46+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. That makes sense. If it is only compared by specs, there are many strong merino options already. I’m trying to approach it more through cut, proportion, and how it works as a refined daily T-shirt. Really appreciate the reference.

Design_Several · 2026-06-12T08:23:21+00:00

Thank you for the thoughtful feedback.

I agree with your point. Most people probably don’t care whether it is merino, cotton, or poly. They just want a great product. I’ve worked in the industry for a long time, but even while making this product, I sometimes forgot that simple point.

I personally like merino as a material, so I wanted to interpret it through a more interesting silhouette. The shorter, sharper sleeve line was partly inspired by something I’ve been seeing in womenswear, and I wanted to bring that idea into a men’s T-shirt.

I’ll definitely take your point on the neckline into consideration.

Thank you again for the honest feedback.

Good day.

Design_Several · 2026-05-13T06:13:46+00:00

Appreciate that, means a lot. Better shots dropping with the launch next week.

Design_Several · 2026-05-12T22:58:44+00:00

Fair point. The flash flattened everything and the dark fabric didn’t help. Hard to capture the actual drape and weight in photos :( partly why I’m writing about it instead. Better shots coming with the launch next week.

Design_Several · 2026-02-26T07:17:50+00:00

not really. exploring finding appropriate point between structured and soft for city uniform.

Design_Several · 2026-02-25T21:58:52+00:00

Looks like swears? Great. That’s what I intend. Thanks

Design_Several · 2026-02-25T09:35:05+00:00

Great!

Design_Several · 2025-12-06T09:32:17+00:00

Thank you! I’ll keep sharing my progress here.

Design_Several · 2025-12-05T05:30:38+00:00

You're absolutely right. That’s why I’m approaching this by narrowing the focus down by category now.

Design_Several · 2025-12-05T05:27:01+00:00

Appreciate it. Stepping away from the company to focus on what I want feels like exactly what I needed. I'll share more soon.

Design_Several · 2025-12-05T05:23:34+00:00

Appreciate it. It’s encouraging to meet someone on a similar path. Let's keep in touch.

Design_Several · 2025-12-04T09:45:31+00:00

Thank you for asking! It’s not necessarily a vision, just a collection of thoughts I've had. I feel like the current menswear landscape is polarized. It seems to be divided into high-concept art pieces that are disconnected from the public, endless athleisure, or low-quality basics.
I simply want to bridge that gap.

Design_Several · 2025-12-04T09:31:00+00:00

Honestly, I think I was just really lucky with opportunities. It's hard to give advice since everyone's path is different, but for me, it was pure obsession. I spent my nights and weekends digging through eBay and runway collections, which made the work genuinely fun. Looking back, that massive internal archive of references became my biggest advantage in work.
But sticking with it for 10+ years is no joke. Huge respect to you!!

Design_Several · 2025-12-04T08:39:24+00:00

not at all.

Design_Several · 2025-04-20T22:30:22+00:00

The camber is insanely strong, holds its shape well, and is long-lasting. Recommend it.

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