Loden – the basis of the collection

The
features
Loden is wind and water repellent, hard-wearing and durable. It is also unbeatably comfortable to wear. No (daily) washing is necessary – simply hang the outfit out in the fresh air overnight. It’s ready for the next day.
What is loden?
100% virgin wool with wool from merino sheep, alpaca, angora rabbit and cashmere goat.
Loden comes from the Old High German word “lodo”, which means “coarse woolen fabric”. In 40 steps, high-quality wool is processed into the dense carded yarn fabric using traditional craftsmanship. The wool fabric is compacted by the so-called “fulling” process, which leads to several positive properties of the material.



Benefits of the loden
Water-repellent
+ Natural impregnation due to the dense surface and the fat content of the wool. Depending on the intensity of the rain, several hours can be spent in the wet.
Moisturizing
+ It feels dry even though it is wet. Wool fiber is able to absorb up to a third of its own weight in water without feeling wet. The moisture is absorbed by the fiber and slowly released again.
Wind-repellent
+ The fulling process binds the fibers together to form a wind-repellent structure.
Breathable
+ Body heat and cold air are stored by the fibers, which ensures thermal balance. Water vapor from the body is released to the surface of the fabric.
Odor-inhibiting
+ Wool neutralizes odours and sweat is ventilated.
Flame retardant
+ The high protein content of the wool protects against ignition by flying sparks and fire.
Temperature equalizing
+ Regular and controlled heat equalization prevents the cold from passing through, retains body heat and offers exceptional comfort: cooling in summer, warming in winter.
Dirt resistant
+ Dirt and grime can be easily brushed off when dry.
lightning
When dusk falls and it’s time for an after-work party, dinner or simply the bar, the Lightning collection will make you shine. The clean, extravagant cuts in combination with the leather applications make a statement..


casual elegance
For a sundowner after the gym, a shopping trip or a Sunday afternoon stroll in the park. With the pieces from the Casual Elegance line, you can go through the day relaxed but with that certain chic, casual elegance.





