Piqué? Isn't that the football player?
Admittedly, Piqué is indeed the surname of a former Spanish football player. But it is also the name of a versatile and popular fabric type, ideal for use in polos and shirts that prioritize maximum comfort.
In this blog post, we will enlighten you on what sets piqué apart from other fabric types and what its specific benefits are for you, whether you are considering or already wearing our short-sleeved piqué polo or long-sleeved piqué shirt.
Our newest fabric type in the permanent collection
But first, a brief introduction to why we are addressing this topic.
In the summer of 2022, we introduced The Ambassador Polo.
The development of the polo has been a long process, continuously refined generation after generation. We have delved deep into the details to find the perfect fabric that ensures a timeless polo that lasts season after season.
From experience, we know that it can take a long time to create something that appears simple. But we believe we have arrived at a result that provides you with a formal and classic look while offering the comfort you expect from your T-shirts.
The result was The Ambassador Polo, which we also introduced in the autumn of 2022 in a long-sleeved shirt variant called The Ambassador. Naturally, with all the same benefits.
A new form of flexibility and comfort that you have most likely never experienced before in a BARONS shirt – the shirt you choose on a Sunday morning.
And now, back to the introduction about what piqué is and what advantages this fabric type offers you.
What is piqué polo fabric?
Piqué fabric is a knit type known for its unique texture and durability. It is typically made from cotton yarn, knitted in a specific pattern that gives the fabric a distinctive, ribbed surface.
The benefits for you are many…
Piqué is often used to make polos and casual shirts, as it is breathable and comfortable, making it ideal for various leisure activities. Unlike woven fabric, piqué is knitted, ensuring plenty of stretch without adding synthetic plastic fibers.
The fabric is durable and withstands many washes when washed correctly. This is primarily due to the extra-long cotton fibres we use in our polo fabric.
When it comes to cotton, it’s incredibly simple. The longer the fibers, the longer it lasts. The longer the fibers, the more comfortable it is to wear. The longer the fibers, the less it will wrinkle after being washed. That’s why we only use 100% certified organic cotton with long cotton fibers (so-called “long staple” cotton) in our The Ambassador Polo and long-sleeved shirt.
The organic cotton we use in The Ambassador series is grown along the Aegean Sea in southwestern Turkey. We exclusively use organic cotton. No percentage of plastic has been added to make the fabric even more stretchable, as you often see in “performance” clothing.
We make this choice because we would never dream of adding non-degradable synthetic fibers such as elastane, lycra, spandex, polyester, etc., to our polos.
Synthetic plastic fibers are an easy, cheap, and polluting way to give your clothing stretch. However, all textiles that are repeatedly used will eventually lose some of their mass. This means that parts of the textile (microplastics) end up in the environment, either from washing or from contact with various surfaces [Source is in Danish].
We don’t like microplastics; therefore, we choose the natural alternative, even though it is slightly more complicated and costly.
And we are very confident that you will find there is ample stretch in your piqué polo and shirt from us.
That’s why piqué polo fabric is a permanent part of our collection
We have long dreamed of offering more classic and timeless products to you – even during the warm summer months.
Although we spent the first many years focusing solely on business shirts, we now believe we have cracked the code for the polo we want to wear all summer. Because of course, we should also be able to offer you the opportunity to look sharp at the beach bar or pavement café when it’s warm, or when you simply want a more casual look.
