Shorty Mer GOTS

Shorty Mer GOTS

GOTS CERTIFIED SHORTY - MADE IN FRANCE FROM UNDYED ORGANIC COTTON

  • UNDYED
  • Organic cotton
  • GOTS certified
  • Mother-of-pearl buttons
95 €
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  • MATERIALS AND ORIGINS
  • CARE
  • Certificates and labels
  • SIZE

Mer revisits the 80s shorty, made locally in a delicate and natural style. Its wavy bourdon stitch evokes the bubbling of sea foam. Ribbed fabric knitted in Portugal using undyed organic cotton. French elastic in natural rubber and cotton. Tencel labels made in Portugal. Manufactured in Troyes.

• Created in Paris and made in France, in Troyes

• 2/2 rib in 100% organic cotton, unbleached and undyed, knitted in Portugal

• Elastic in natural rubber and undyed cotton, made in France

• Labels in undyed Tencel, woven in Portugal on a recycled polyester base

• Composition label in undyed Tencel, made in Portugal

• Seam threads in polyester, spun in Eastern Europe

• Wash with like colors inside out

• Line drying

• Tumble drying and dry cleaning prohibited

• To maintain its natural color, do not use brightener

• Mer is GOTS-certified

(GLOBAL ORGANIC TEXTILE STANDARD) by

Ecocert Greenlife, under license number 271020

• Our garment maker is certified France Terre Textile

The shorty's material is ribbed, a naturally elastic knit. Measure your waist and hips, then consult the guide. Between two sizes, choose the larger one for a normal fit and the smaller one for a more fitted look. Ribs tend to shrink slightly in the wash and relax when worn.

Model is 1.73 m tall and wears size 38.

undyed
34 36 38 40 42 44 46

Free return within 14 days - Free shipping from €200 in France and Europe

Shipping times 2 to 5 days in France, 5 to 8 days in Europe and 6 to 16 days internationally

Shorty Mer GOTS
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Shorty Mer GOTS
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chaine de taille made in France en laiton et perle baroque
Shorty Mer GOTS
Shorty Mer GOTS
Shorty Mer GOTS
Shorty Mer GOTS
chaine de taille made in France en laiton et perle baroque
Shorty Mer GOTS
Boucle d'oreilles made in France en perles baroques
chaine de taille made in France en laiton et perle baroque
Shorty Mer GOTS
Shorty Mer GOTS
Shorty Mer GOTS

Natural & Local in Every Detail

Manufacturing

FR

French manufacturing

The production of each product is entirely carried out in France, covering cutting, knitting for the fabric, assembly, finishing, and ironing.

No subcontracting is allowed by contract. I personally visit the workshops to supervise the process and meet the people who work on my products.

The denim is made in Normandy.

The knitwear is produced in Troyes.

The knitting is entirely done in Normandy.

The flowy garments (blouses, dresses, and tops referred to as "flowy" made from delicate woven fabrics) are made in Nantes. The scarves are woven and embroidered in Lyon with French thread.

2/2 Ribbed Organic Cotton GOTS

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2/2 Ribbed Organic Cotton GOTS

The classic 2/2 ribbing gets its name from its knitting technique, which alternates two solid columns with two hollow columns. This fabric softens with wear and tightens after each wash. The 2/2 rib used for the Écume crop top, the t-shirt, and the Mer shorty is knitted in Portugal from GOTS-certified organic cotton yarn. This fabric is produced without bleaching or dyeing, which may leave small shell residue (micro dots) that give the material an authentic character. These residues will gradually disappear with washing.

Choosing not to bleach or dye materials is a radical decision to minimize water pollution, as these treatments are often heavy and harsh on the environment.

Certification GOTS

COTTON & NATURAL RUBBER ELASTIC

FR

Elastic made from unbleached cotton and natural rubber

The waistband elastic of the Mer shorty is made in France from unbleached cotton and natural rubber. This element embodies the brand's values. While the majority use elastics made from polyester derived from fossil fuels and manufactured in Asia, Virginie Voncken extends her commitments even to the hidden details.

Tencel brand label

PT

Tencel brand label

The labels of my brand, woven in Portugal, are made of Tencel. This artificial fiber is considered one of the most eco-friendly options available. It is derived from wood or wood waste sourced from sustainably managed forests, using non-polluting processes. Tencel was chosen in its unbleached form. Avoiding bleaching and dyeing materials is a radical way to minimize the impact of water pollution, as these treatments are often heavy and aggressive to the environment. To ensure their durability and legibility over the long term, there is no option but to weave the labels on a recycled polyester base. However, I am working to eliminate this last touch of polyester from my collections by following technological advancements. The size is included on each label to avoid having a brand tag and a size tag, thereby reducing the resources and energy required for their production. Learn more about Tencel

Composition Tencel label

PT

Composition Tencel label

The composition labels are made from unbleached Tencel ribbon, woven and printed in Portugal. Tencel is an artificial fiber produced without toxic substances in a closed-loop process. This quality is used for lightweight and fine products. For items requiring a thicker label, a cotton quality is used. Tencel, an eco-friendly fiber, is made from eucalyptus pulp, which requires less water and energy than other fibers. Biodegradable and sustainable, it offers a softness and silky touch similar to silk, while being durable and easy to care for. In France, I have not found a flexible label made of either cotton or Tencel. For logistical reasons, I grouped both qualities with the same Portuguese manufacturer. Learn more about Tencel

Recycled polyester sewing threads

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Recycled polyester sewing threads

The Écume & Mer line is finished with a dense zigzag stitch, blending sewing and embroidery. This stitch requires a strong thread to slide through the fabric and minimizes breakage during both production and long-term wear. The use of polyester thread is preferred over cotton due to its superior strength. This thread is spun in Europe from recycled polyester. I remain attentive to technological advancements concerning new, more natural fibers that are equally strong.

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A Little Story About the Mer Shorty

The bubbling foam along the beaches inspired the wavy finish of the Mer shorty, crafted in a bourdon stitch. Slightly flared, small godets ripple like tiny waves on the upper thighs. The Mer shorty features an elastic band made in France from natural rubber and cotton. Instead of opting for a readily available stock elastic made from polyester, which is cheaper but more polluting, I had a custom one produced using biodegradable natural materials. This approach allows me to extend my concept to the smallest details, even those that remain hidden.

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