MERZ B. SCHWANEN – T-SHIRT GUIDE

 

Merz b. Schwanen's different t-shirt models primarily differ in two aspects:
weight and fit. 

Below, you can quickly understand from the t-shirt specs which model is right for you.

 

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WEIGHT

 

1950's  – Lightweight 140–165 g/m² (4.1–4.9 oz)

Light, soft and breathable
🔸 Best for summer or layering

215 / 2M15 / 2M15C / 214 – Midweight 210–245 g/m² (6.0–7.2 oz)

The classic t-shirt: firm yet comfortable
🔸 Suitable for layering or wearing on its own

2S14 – Heavyweight 340 g/m² (10.7 oz)

Thick, sturdy and structured
🔸 A statement shirt, to be worn on its own, creates a silhouette

 

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FIT

Classic shaped fit
1950 / 215 / 2M15 / 2M15C / Classic Cotton
🔸 Timeless, neat, neither too narrow nor too loose

Relaxed fit
214 / 2S14
🔸 More relaxed, modern and looser

 

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IN SHORT

• You want the lightest → 1950's Loopwheeled t-shirt

• You want a reliable basic shirt → 215 / 2M15 / 2M15C Loopwheeled

• You want a more relaxed midweight → 214 Loopwheeled

• You want the thickest → 2S14 Loopwheeled

 

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SIZE

Merz b. Schwanen often runs a bit small →
🔸 for most, one size up from your usual works well