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Abercrombie & Fitch vs COS: Fabric Quality.
We compared 50 Abercrombie & Fitch products against 47 COS products. The two are close overall: Abercrombie & Fitch at 73.7% and COS at 74.8% average natural fibre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Abercrombie & Fitch or COS better quality?
In terms of fabric composition, COS averages 74.8% natural fibre compared to Abercrombie & Fitch's 73.7%. Higher natural fibre content generally means better quality, breathability, and fewer microplastics.
Abercrombie & Fitch vs COS: which uses more polyester?
COS uses more polyester — 8.5% of their products are polyester-heavy, vs 6% at Abercrombie & Fitch.
Should I shop at Abercrombie & Fitch or COS?
If fabric quality matters to you, COS has the edge with 74.8% 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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