Alex merino shirt

• Wash it on a gentle wool or delicates cycle at 30°C using a mild, wool-safe liquid detergent.
• Avoid fabric softeners, as they can coat the fibers and reduce the wool's natural performance.
• We advise to put it inside a washbag to avoid wear and tear during washing.
• Do not tumble dry. Instead, reshape it while damp and lay it flat or hang it to air dry, but avoid direct sunlight. After a couple of hours your shirt is already dry.
• Iron and steam on low heat.

Because our merino wool naturally repels odors and bacteria, the body of the shirt entirely eliminates the need for daily washing and can easily be worn multiple times.

However, because it is a white shirt, the collar and cuffs will naturally pick up skin oils and friction marks over time. We recommend inspecting the collar and cuffs after each wear. If the rest of the shirt is still fresh but the collar or cuffs show faint marking, you don't need to wash the whole garment. Simply follow the targeted spot-cleaning tips on our Stain Removal Page to keep them crisp and bright.

Yes, for the crispest look, we recommend a quick iron or steam after washing.
Because we don't use harsh, stiffening chemicals to make our shirts "iron-free," they will have some natural texture when they come out of the wash. However, our compact-spun merino wool behaves very differently than traditional cotton:

• Body Heat Activation: The moment you put the shirt on, your natural body heat works to actively smooth out any minor packaging or travel creases.
• On the Go: If you are traveling, simply hang the shirt in the bathroom while you take a hot shower—the steam will easily release any wrinkles, completely eliminating the need for a hotel iron.

Tip: Always iron on a low/wool heat setting, and preferably inside out or using a pressing cloth to protect the premium finish of the fabric. You can use steam if you have that.

No, never use chlorine bleach on merino wool. Bleach destroys the natural protein fibers and will actually cause the wool to turn yellow or degrade. If you need to brighten the shirt or remove a tough stain, use a gentle, oxygen-based whitener or a spot-treatment designed specifically for wool and delicate fabrics.

It is a beautiful, natural crisp white. Because merino wool is an organic fiber, it inherently possesses a slightly warmer, richer tone than chemically bleached synthetic shirts. This gives the shirt a sophisticated, premium look that pairs effortlessly with both business suits and casual wear.

For most men, an undershirt isn't necessary. Our Alex and Tristan shirts feature an optimized fabric weight of 160 g/m² with a dense, compact-spun weave that offers excellent opacity compared to standard lightweight white shirts.

However, because it is a natural white fabric, it does have a slight translucency. If you have distinct tattoos, heavy chest hair, or prefer total opacity, we recommend wearing a skin-tone undershirt, or opting for our Oliver Merino Shirt, which has a heavier 190 g/m² weave structure for complete coverage.

Absolutely. Merino wool possesses natural antimicrobial properties that prevent odor-causing bacteria from building up in the fabric. Unless you physically spill something on it, you can easily wear it for two to three days straight. Just hang it up overnight in a well-ventilated area to let it naturally refresh.

It is highly wrinkle-resistant compared to traditional cotton. While it benefits from a quick iron or steam after washing, its natural, spring-like fibers bounce back on their own. Any light creases from your suitcase or sitting all day in a meeting will actively smooth out within minutes just from your natural body heat as you wear it.

Standard wool can sometimes pill, but our shirt is different. By utilizing an innovative Italian compact-spinning technology, we tightly twist the long merino fibers to create an entirely clean, smooth surface. This drastically reduces friction and stops fuzziness and pilling before it can start.

Not at all. Standard wool scratches because the fibers are thick and coarse. We use only ultra-fine merino wool fibers combined with a compact-spinning technique. This results in a weave that is entirely smooth, soft, and feels even sleeker against your skin than a premium cotton shirt.

Like most fine shirting, Merino wool shirts may experience slight shrinkage (about 1–3%) after the initial wash.To ensure a comfortable, lasting fit, we recommend selecting a size that allows for this natural, one-time adjustment.

On our return page you can get a return label.

Within the EU:

1. Return for exchange: your return and exchange shipment are free.
2. Return a few pieces of your order: free.
3. Return for full refund: €9

Outside the EU:

1. Return for exchange: free for return shipment.
2. Return a few pieces of your order: check prices on our return page
3. Return for full refund: check prices on our return page

Absolutely!

Just place a new order and mark at the return portal that you want an exchange. If you have got a welcome discount, please send us an email to get a new code. (hello@wolk-antwerp.com)

On our return page you can get a returnlabel.

Within the EU:

1. Return for exchange: your return and exchange shipments are free.
2. Return a few pieces of your order: free.
3. Return for full refund: €9

Outside the EU:

1. Return for exchange: free for return shipment.
2. Return a few pieces of your order: check prices on our return page
3. Return for full refund: check prices on our return page