What materials do we use for our clothes and why?

We make TallGuys elongated clothing from organic cotton, merino wool, pre-washed linen, micromodal and recycled polyamide. See why we chose exactly these and what each of them gives you.

In short

We make our T-shirts, hoodies and sweatpants from organic cotton with GOTS and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificates. Merino wool keeps you warm and helps regulate temperature, pre-washed linen won’t shrink and gets softer with every wash, micromodal is soft and breathable for underwear, and our swimwear is made from recycled polyamide that dries quickly.

At TallGuys, we believe good material is the foundation of every piece of clothing. It affects how you feel in it and how long it lasts. That’s why we choose our materials with sustainability, comfort and durability in mind. And because we know you like quality clothing, we’d love to tell you more about the ones we use.

Material What we make from it Why
Organic cotton T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, shorts soft, keeps its shape, GOTS and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificates
Merino wool sweaters, a roll neck, beanies, scarves keeps you warm and helps regulate temperature
Pre-washed linen shirts, trousers, shorts, dresses won’t shrink, gets softer with every wash
Micromodal boxers, tank tops, pyjamas soft and breathable
Recycled polyamide swimwear dries quickly, resists chlorine, sea salt and UV rays

Source: TallGuys category and product pages, checked on 11 October 2026.

Why do we make our clothes from organic cotton?

A large part of our clothing is made from organic cotton with GOTS and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, which guarantees it is both eco-friendly and safe for your health. It is grown without pesticides or chemical fertilisers, which protects the environment and at the same time gives a soft, breathable material that suits even sensitive skin. Thanks to its durability, softness and shape retention, our organic cotton clothing will last you a really long time.

What can merino wool do?

A natural wonder known above all for regulating temperature. It keeps you warm in winter and pleasantly cool in summer. It is naturally antibacterial and helps neutralise body odour. Its fibres are very fine and elastic, finer than a human hair. You’ll find sweaters, a roll neck, beanies and scarves in our merino clothing category.

Seamstress sewing cotton clothing, with cotton bolls next to the machine
Close-up of dark knitted merino wool fabric

What is TallGuys swimwear made from?

For our swimwear we use recycled micro polyamide blended with elastane. It is made mostly from plastic bottles. The material is kinder to nature and yet durable, dries quickly and doesn’t mind chlorine, sea salt or UV rays. Thanks to the minimalist design, you can wear our elongated men’s swimwear out of the water too: it works great as shorts for leisure or sport.

Does linen clothing shrink?

Linen is a natural material whose breathability has made it the ideal companion for summer. Ordinary linen tends to shrink in the wash. But our linen is pre-washed, so it won’t shrink and keeps its size. The longer you wear it, the nicer it feels. You’ll find shirts, trousers, shorts and dresses in our linen clothing category.

Black TallGuys men’s swimwear on sand
Close-up of light linen fabric

Why is micromodal good for underwear?

For us, this material is a synonym for luxurious softness. It is softer than cotton and has a silky sheen. Because it is breathable and wicks moisture well, it is ideal for underwear you wear all day. Micromodal is made from beech wood cellulose, and the fibre itself is biodegradable. We use it to make boxers, tank tops and pyjamas. You’ll find how to wash it and what else it can do in the article Micromodal: properties, benefits and how to wash it.

Our goal is for you to feel great in our clothes, not only because of their minimalist look, but also because of everything that goes into making them.

Close-up of soft grey micromodal fabric

Frequently asked questions

Does TallGuys linen clothing shrink after washing?

No. We use pre-washed linen that won’t shrink, keeps its size and gets softer with every wash. Wash it inside out at a maximum of 30 °C and don’t put it in the dryer.

Can I wash a merino sweater in the washing machine?

Yes. Wash the Heavy merino sweater on the wool programme, and it can also go in the dryer on the same programme. Wash the lighter Light merino, such as the roll neck, on the wool programme at 30 °C and don’t put it in the dryer.

Is organic cotton suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes. Our organic cotton has GOTS and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificates, which confirm it is suitable even for very sensitive skin.

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