ETYMOLOGY

HOW TO WEAR IT/ FIT & SIZE

The tank top was born in 1912 with the introduction of women's swimming in the Olympic games which were held in Stockholm at the time. Nowadays this activity takes place in a “swimming pool” however back then, it was known as a "swimming tank.” Female swimmers wore outfits then referred to as “tank suits,” in other words, a suit which was worn in the tank! The straps kept the suit up whilst giving female swimmers the freedom and ease of movement needed in order to compete. The tank top made the jump from intimate to desirable apparel when it found itself on the silver screen, first worn by Marlon Brando, who embodied the epitome of male virility, as Stanley Kowalski in “A Streetcar Named Desire” in 1951. It has since transitioned across too many subcultures and garnered much popularity.

Formal

Brea is 176 cm and wears a size II/III.

Fashion

For a capturing addition to the white Ivory Smoker suit, simply include the Cardinal Lurex stripy top, for your next red carpet evening.

Casual

The must have of the SS23 Love collection, when ensembled with the Camo total look, for an intense pattern contrast.

CRAFTSMANSHIP

Add a layer of glamor to your street style total look, when combining the Cardinal Striped lurex Top with the cropped Hero hoodie and sweatpants, available now in the black and lemon chiffon.

ASSEMBLY

Our knitwear makers ensure the creation of the Cardinal Tank Top by maintaining a balanced relationship between the quality of the Made in Italy, environmental sustainability and the making of details such as the refined hand finished neckline and sleeve.

WHATS SPECIAL/FINISHING

The development of this style begins with the construction of the parts ergonomically shaped to the body, and then assembled during a meticulous hand finishing process.

FINISHING

The knit stitch used to make the Tank Top is called rib stitch, a detail that enriches the knit making it soft and stretchy at the same time

Fabric Composition

Our label is stitched in by hand in a japanese quilting technique for each garment to ensure its authenticity.

SUSTAINABILITY

39%POLYESTER 19%METALLIZED FIBRE 29%RECYCLED POLYAMIDE 13%POLYAMIDE

SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY

We prevent waste by optimising the way we use materials with our handmade and knitting into shape approach, therefore minimising our environmental impact.

ETHICAL SUSTAINABILITY

We work closely with a family run, artisanal factory in Comeana, Italy to ensure good work environments are in place and also guarantee the superior quality of our luxury product.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

No fur, leather or feathers have been used in the making of this product in line with our cruelty free policy.

OMNISEX

Product ID

This garment is part of our Omnisex offering, available to all genders, learn more

WOMAN

OMNI

MAN