Thread Report — Comparison
Acne Studios vs AllSaints: Fabric Composition Compared.
We pulled fabric composition data from 387 Acne Studios products and 1,788 AllSaints products. Acne Studios comes out clearly ahead at 77.6% average natural fibre vs AllSaints's 56.1% — a 21.5-point gap.
TL;DR
Acne Studios wins on both natural fibre content (77.6% vs 56.1%) and on having fewer polyester-heavy products (9.8% vs 22.8%). The headline gap is 21.5 percentage points of natural fibre per garment.
By the Numbers
| Metric | Acne Studios | AllSaints | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Products in sample | 387 | 1,788 | AllSaints (larger sample) |
| Avg natural fibre % | 77.6% | 56.1% | Acne Studios (over AllSaints) |
| % items ≥95% natural | 57.4% | 40.8% | Acne Studios (over AllSaints) |
| % items polyester-majority | 9.8% | 22.8% | Acne Studios (over AllSaints) |
Average natural fibre % per garment
% of catalogue that's polyester-majority
% of catalogue that's nearly all-natural (≥95%)
Top Fibres, Side by Side
How often each fibre appears across each brand's catalogue. A higher number means more products in the sample list that fibre on the label.
| Fibre | Acne Studios (% of products) | AllSaints (% of products) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Polyester | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Viscose | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Elastane | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Wool | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Polyamide | 0% | 0% | +0 |
By Category
Average natural fibre % per garment, by category. Counts in parentheses show the number of products from each brand in the sample.
| Category | Acne Studios (count) | AllSaints (count) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacket | 72.8% (40) | 29.9% (160) | +42.9 |
| Pants | 92.8% (36) | 50.2% (67) | +42.6 |
| Coat | 82.3% (12) | 59.7% (42) | +22.6 |
| Sweater | 93.2% (10) | 72.3% (29) | +20.9 |
| Skirt | 55.3% (19) | 35.8% (129) | +19.5 |
| Shorts | 81.7% (19) | 63.9% (45) | +17.8 |
| Shirt | 88.5% (31) | 79.1% (55) | +9.4 |
| Dress | 63.9% (29) | 54.9% (256) | +9 |
| T-Shirt | 86.9% (42) | 91.9% (261) | -5 |
| Jeans | 94.8% (73) | 90.6% (126) | +4.2 |
Where they're similar
Both brands lean on the same core fibres. cotton, polyester, viscose appear in the top five for both Acne Studios and AllSaints.
Where they differ
Acne Studios runs 21.5 percentage points higher on average natural fibre than AllSaints (77.6% vs 56.1%). AllSaints is markedly more polyester-heavy: 22.8% of items are 50%+ polyester, vs 9.8% at Acne Studios. If you specifically want nearly-all-natural garments, Acne Studios has 57.4% of its catalogue at that level — AllSaints sits at 40.8%. The biggest category divergence is jackets — Acne Studios at 72.8% natural fibre, AllSaints at 29.9%.
Verdict
Acne Studios is the clearer pick on fabric composition — 21.5 percentage points more natural fibre on average than AllSaints, with 57.4% of items at the nearly-all-natural mark vs 40.8%. That said, neither brand is "natural-only" — even at Acne Studios, the majority of items contain some synthetic fibre. Always check the label.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acne Studios or AllSaints better quality fabric?
Based on average natural fibre content, Acne Studios edges ahead — 77.6% vs 56.1% per garment across the 2,175 products we analysed. Higher natural fibre content generally correlates with better breathability, fewer microplastics, and longer wear.
Does AllSaints use more polyester than Acne Studios?
Yes. 22.8% of AllSaints products are polyester-heavy (50%+ polyester), compared to 9.8% at Acne Studios.
How many products did you analyse for Acne Studios vs AllSaints?
387 Acne Studios products and 1,788 AllSaints products — every item with a parseable fabric composition label from each brand's site.
Which has more 100% natural pieces — Acne Studios or AllSaints?
Acne Studios. 57.4% of Acne Studios products are nearly all-natural (95%+ natural fibre by composition) versus 40.8% at AllSaints.
What's the most common fibre at Acne Studios and AllSaints?
Cotton is the most common fibre at Acne Studios (in 61% of products), while Cotton leads at AllSaints (47.5% of products).
Are Acne Studios jackets better than AllSaints's?
For jackets specifically, Acne Studios averages 72.8% natural fibre vs AllSaints's 29.9%. That's a meaningful gap — if you're shopping that category, Acne Studios is the safer default.
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