At Harold, cotton naturally stands out as the key material of our spring/summer collections. Light shirts, sweatshirts, short-sleeve polos, and lightweight pants, cotton is THE ideal solution for your summer wardrobe. Especially in its organic or recycled version, it perfectly embodies our vision of a more responsible fashion.

Cotton, a wardrobe essential

A natural material with many qualities

Cotton has dressed our days for thousands of years. T-shirts, jeans, shirts or accessories, this natural fiber adapts to all pieces in our wardrobe.

The reason is simple: this material has many qualities: its unmatched softness, its breathability, and its hypoallergenic nature make it a preferred textile for all our everyday clothes! 

The different types of cotton 

Among the different cotton varieties available, some stand out particularly:

• Egyptian cotton: with its long and silky fibers, it offers a very soft touch and is often used in the making of high-end clothing. You will notably find a selection of Pantherella socks made from Egyptian cotton, available in our Blancs Manteaux store;
• Pima cotton: just as soft but more durable for long-lasting clothing. Our New Pima Selected plain t-shirts are made 100% from Pima cotton;
• Upland cotton: about 90% of the world’s cotton production comes from this species; it is made up of shorter fibers.
• Organic cotton: grown without chemicals, it protects the environment and the health of workers, a more sustainable alternative. Many models in our collection are made from organic cotton.

How to choose and care for your cotton clothes?

Favor guaranteed certifications

Choosing GOTS-certified clothing or Oeko-Tex represents the first step towards responsible consumption. These labels ensure not only organic cotton but also decent working conditions throughout the production chain. Brands transparent about their sourcing also deserve our attention, as is the case with brands like Selected and Revolution.

Adopt good alternatives

Recycled cotton is an excellent option to reduce our impact. Made from used clothing, it allows the creation of new pieces without drawing on natural resources. Innovative blends, such as organic cotton combined with linen, also offer interesting alternatives for clothes that are both durable and stylish.

Discover here our essential cotton selection for the season.

Properly care for your cotton clothes

A responsible garment is first and foremost a long-lasting garment. By washing at low temperatures, avoiding the dryer, and learning some simple repair techniques, we can significantly extend the lifespan of our cotton pieces.

To take care of your cotton clothes, feel free to read our article on clothing care. The Harold team will be happy to assist you in the choice of your cotton pieces.

At Harold, we prioritize quality, transparency, and durability while combining style and ethics, for clothing that truly represents us.

The next time you wear your favorite t-shirt, you will know it can tell a beautiful story, provided you choose it well.