Thread Report — Comparison
Acne Studios vs Mango: Fabric Composition Compared.
We pulled fabric composition data from 355 Acne Studios products and 3,480 Mango products. Acne Studios comes out clearly ahead at 80.1% average natural fibre vs Mango's 48.2% — a 31.9-point gap.
TL;DR
Acne Studios wins on both natural fibre content (80.1% vs 48.2%) and on having fewer polyester-heavy products (8.2% vs 20.7%). The headline gap is 31.9 percentage points of natural fibre per garment.
By the Numbers
| Metric | Acne Studios | Mango | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Products in sample | 355 | 3,480 | Mango (larger sample) |
| Avg natural fibre % | 80.1% | 48.2% | Acne Studios (over Mango) |
| % items ≥95% natural | 59.2% | 29.5% | Acne Studios (over Mango) |
| % items polyester-majority | 8.2% | 20.7% | Acne Studios (over Mango) |
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) | Mango (% of products) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Polyester | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Wool | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Elastane | 0% | 0% | +0 |
| Viscose | 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) | Mango (count) | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweater | 93.2% (10) | 32.8% (150) | +60.4 |
| Pants | 92.6% (35) | 53% (257) | +39.6 |
| Shirt | 87.3% (28) | 61.3% (142) | +26 |
| Dress | 63.9% (29) | 38.5% (395) | +25.4 |
| Coat | 82.3% (12) | 58.9% (142) | +23.4 |
| T-Shirt | 87.5% (40) | 67.5% (116) | +20 |
| Jacket | 72.1% (39) | 57.6% (168) | +14.5 |
| Skirt | 55.3% (19) | 49.3% (159) | +6 |
| Jeans | 95.1% (69) | 97.6% (336) | -2.5 |
| Shorts | 81.8% (18) | 79.9% (151) | +1.9 |
Where they're similar
Both brands lean on the same core fibres. cotton, polyester, elastane appear in the top five for both Acne Studios and Mango.
Where they differ
Acne Studios runs 31.9 percentage points higher on average natural fibre than Mango (80.1% vs 48.2%). Mango is markedly more polyester-heavy: 20.7% of items are 50%+ polyester, vs 8.2% at Acne Studios. If you specifically want nearly-all-natural garments, Acne Studios has 59.2% of its catalogue at that level — Mango sits at 29.5%. The biggest category divergence is sweaters — Acne Studios at 93.2% natural fibre, Mango at 32.8%.
Verdict
Acne Studios is the clearer pick on fabric composition — 31.9 percentage points more natural fibre on average than Mango, with 59.2% of items at the nearly-all-natural mark vs 29.5%. 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 Mango better quality fabric?
Based on average natural fibre content, Acne Studios edges ahead — 80.1% vs 48.2% per garment across the 3,835 products we analysed. Higher natural fibre content generally correlates with better breathability, fewer microplastics, and longer wear.
Does Mango use more polyester than Acne Studios?
Yes. 20.7% of Mango products are polyester-heavy (50%+ polyester), compared to 8.2% at Acne Studios.
How many products did you analyse for Acne Studios vs Mango?
355 Acne Studios products and 3,480 Mango products — every item with a parseable fabric composition label from each brand's site.
Which has more 100% natural pieces — Acne Studios or Mango?
Acne Studios. 59.2% of Acne Studios products are nearly all-natural (95%+ natural fibre by composition) versus 29.5% at Mango.
What's the most common fibre at Acne Studios and Mango?
Cotton is the most common fibre at Acne Studios (in 63.1% of products), while Polyester leads at Mango (33% of products).
Are Acne Studios sweaters better than Mango's?
For sweaters specifically, Acne Studios averages 93.2% natural fibre vs Mango's 32.8%. That's a meaningful gap — if you're shopping that category, Acne Studios is the safer default.
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