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Abercrombie & Fitch vs Aritzia: Fabric Quality.
We compared 50 Abercrombie & Fitch products against 1,327 Aritzia products. Abercrombie & Fitch comes out significantly ahead at 73.7% average natural fibre vs Aritzia's 49.7%. The biggest gap is in sweaters, where Aritzia averages 80% natural fibre vs Abercrombie & Fitch's 46.8%.
Head-to-Head
Average Natural Fibre %
Polyester-Heavy Products %
Nearly All-Natural Products %
By Category
| Category | Abercrombie & Fitch (count) | Aritzia (count) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweater | 46.8% (5) | 80% (72) | -33.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Abercrombie & Fitch or Aritzia better quality?
In terms of fabric composition, Abercrombie & Fitch averages 73.7% natural fibre compared to Aritzia's 49.7%. Higher natural fibre content generally means better quality, breathability, and fewer microplastics.
Abercrombie & Fitch vs Aritzia: which uses more polyester?
Aritzia uses more polyester — 24.5% of their products are polyester-heavy, vs 6% at Abercrombie & Fitch.
Should I shop at Abercrombie & Fitch or Aritzia?
If fabric quality matters to you, Abercrombie & Fitch has the edge with 73.7% average natural fibre. But quality varies by product — use the Fibr extension to check individual items while you shop at either retailer.
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