Life on deck was and is rough, which is why clothing is of particular importance in seafaring. Over the decades, certain materials and fits have stood the test of time. Just like this shirt in the authentic style of the 1940s: its cut offers freedom of movement, and the spacious breast pockets with buttoned flaps hold essential small items for everyday use. The fabric, a soft and warm flannel, is made from pure cotton.

The Pike Brothers label from Bad Feilnbach in Upper Bavaria proves with garments inspired by textiles from the world of workwear that form and functionality are not mutually exclusive. While creative minds in other companies have to work out their cuts, the Pike Brothers collect, dissect and finally reconstruct historical originals from a wide variety of workspaces. Different material requirements and cuts are taken into account on a one-for-one basis. Fabrics are reissued in collaboration with traditional weaving mills. Finally, the Pike Brothers have the garments made by hand from selected European tailors. The resulting products tell a story by dint of their appearance. Moreover, they are proving themselves in practice, just like their historical role models did, to be highly functional and to offer the highest comfort – no matter what the activity.