CRAFTSMANSHIP

Since 1971, the luxury swimwear brand Vilebrequin has learned to master the art of swimming costume to create exceptional models. Its manufacture requires nearly 49 steps.

OUR EXPERTISE

PATTERNS
Exclusive designs, imagined and drawn by the Vilebrequin studio.

WEAVING
Most of our swim shorts are made from a unique material: polyamide (a very dense yarn such as microfiber).
The weaving process is exclusive, and the fabric is emerized to soften the touch.

COLORS
A wide palette of colors is used to print our luxury swim shorts, all in compliance with OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 regulations.

IMPRESSION INKJET
Inkjet printing offers endless colors and details.
This technique reproduces even the most complex patterns with precision, at a speed of 30 meters per hour.

    FINISHES

    BACK POCKET PREPARATION
    The flap back pocket is positioned manually to align perfectly with the printed design.
The stitching of our swim shorts includes multiple reinforcement tacks at key areas (side pockets and back pocket).

    SIDE SEAM ASSEMBLING
    The seams are constructed using an “off-arm” machine with a four-strand twisted cordonnet thread.
This makes our swim shorts as clean on the inside as they are on the outside and ensures long-lasting durability.

    EYELET PLACEMENT
    Eyelets placed at the back of the swim short allow water to drain and prevent the “ballooning” effect.

    BRAND LABEL STITCHING
    At the back, the Vilebrequin label is precisely stitched at the center of the waistband, securing the drawstring.

    DRAWSTRING
    The Vilebrequin drawstring is assembled entirely by hand inside the waistband.

    TIPS ASSEMBLING
    Stainless zamak tips (an alloy of zinc, aluminum, and magnesium), engraved with the Vilebrequin logo, complete our classic swim shorts.

      .FABRICS.

      • POLYAMIDE AND POLYESTER

        Our polyamide and polyester swimsuits undergo special treatment in order to be quick-dry. Some contain elastane for more elasticity and comfort.

      • COTTON PIQUE

        This is the preferred material for Vilebrequin’s men’s polo shirts. Pre-washed during the manufacturing process, this material guarantees that our polo shirts are both comfortable and keep their shape.

      • LINEN JERSEY

        Light, fluid, and naturally breathable, this material is perfect for summer.
Pre-washed, it delivers a soft feel from the very first wear.

      • COTTON VOILE

        A nice alternative to linen, this ultra-light and breathable material is perfect for hot weather.

      • NATURAL LINEN FIBER

        Ideal for hot and very humid climates, this material is breathable, comfortable and lightweight.

      • TERRY CLOTH

        This ultra absorbing material is made from cotton. It is soft and keeps its shape without creasing

      • UV PROTECTION RASHGUARD

        Made out of special UV-barrier material with 50+ SPF, they protect you in and out of the water

      • DENIM

        Our Vilebrequin denim is made out of Japanese cotton serge material. The weft thread is woven under two or more warp threads, which is what gives the material its white colour on one side and its denim blue colour on the other. Our denim is dyed using indigo, an organic dye which creates a very distinctive blue colour

      THE ART OF
      THE SWIM SHORT

      The STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® is a worldwide consistent, independent testing and certification system for raw, semi-finished, and finished textile products at all processing levels, as well as accessory materials used