SURPLUS MATERIALS
Surplus materials (also known as deadstock) are unused fabrics and yarns left over from cancelled or excess factory production; and yet, they are perfectly good to be used. As part of our commitment to reducing waste and increasing the circular fashion economy, we are trying to use more of these 'deadstock' materials in our collections. We always select the highest quality deadstock materials and require our mills to declare how long the material has been surplus for (minimum of two years) and why the material remains surplus. They are of course a limited run, so when it's gone it's gone.
ECO PONTE
EcoPonte is Baukjen’s signature double-knit fabric, designed to offer stretch, structure, durability and reduced environmental impact. Developed in close partnership with one of our key mills, our EcoPonte is designed to reduce impact on carbon, water and microplastics while using carefully selected fibres, including LENZING™ ECOVERO™ Viscose.
ORGANIC COTTON JERSEYS
Organic cotton jerseys are the everyday staples we reach for most. Our design team selects the softest, breathable varieties across all collections. We use rib jerseys in both light and midweight for comfortable stretch and shape recovery, ideal for closer-fitting tops. Slub jersey is lighter and subtly textured through small purposeful imperfections in the yarn (slubs!), perfect for tees, while piqué jersey has a gently structured, honeycomb knit that adds depth.
LENZINGâ„¢ ECOVEROâ„¢ VISCOSE SINGLE KNIT JERSEY
This jersey is a go-to for pieces that need drape with a little more polish. Made with LENZINGâ„¢ ECOVEROâ„¢ viscose, it has a reassuring weight, while a touch of elastane adds comfortable stretch and shape recovery.
RECYCLED POLYESTER FLEECE
Our recycled polyester fleece is all about warmth and cosiness. It has a reassuring thickness and a high pile plush surface that traps heat and feels gentle against the skin.Â
ORGANIC COTTON WOVENS
Organic cotton wovens are all about breathable comfort with a more finished look. In summer, we lean on cheesecloth and voile for their airy, open weave and light coverage, perfect for easy layers. Printed lawn is tightly woven and smooth, so it drapes beautifully in dresses and skirts while holding colour and print detail. For crisp shirting, poplin gives a clean, polished finish. When we want more structure, twill offers a subtle diagonal weave for strength, while sateen brings a softer sheen. For utility pieces, heavyweight brushed cotton is gently raised for warmth and a lived-in handfeel, while staying hard-wearing.
MIDWEIGHT ORGANIC DENIM
The organic cotton denim is designed to feel structured yet easy from the first wear. Woven at an 11–13oz midweight, it has the substance to hold its shape without feeling heavy or rigid. A touch of elastane adds comfortable stretch and helps the denim recover. Over time, it softens naturally, developing that lived-in feel we love while staying smart, flattering and long-lasting.
LIGHTWEIGHT TENCELâ„¢ LYOCELL DENIM
The lightweight denims are made from pure TENCELâ„¢ Lyocell, giving denim a softer handle and a naturally fluid drape. Unlike more rigid traditional denim, this fabric feels smooth against the skin and moves with you. TENCELâ„¢ Lyocell is a cellulosic fibre derived from wood and produced in a closed-loop process that recovers and reuses the solvent, helping to reduce waste.
TENCELâ„¢ LYOCELL CHAMBRAY
Light but effortlessly polished, our 5.4oz chambray is a warm-weather favourite for shirting and easy dresses. Chambray is a woven fabric with a subtly textured, denim-like look, but a much lighter feel. Made with TENCELâ„¢ Lyocell, it has a smooth handfeel and a fluid drape that softens the silhouette without losing shape. TENCELâ„¢ Lyocell is derived from wood and produced in a closed-loop process that recovers and reuses the solvent, helping to reduce waste.
VISCOSE VOILE, CREPE & SATIN
These viscose fabrics are all about fluidity and a beautifully feminine drape, especially in printed pieces. Viscose voile is light and airy with a soft, floaty feel, making it perfect for breezy dresses. Viscose crepe is also lightweight but has a gently pebbled surface that adds texture for slightly more dressy occasions. For moments that call for a little more sheen, viscose satin brings a smoother hand feel and subtle lustre.
LINEN SHIRTING / LIGHTWEIGHT WOVENS / TAILORING
We use linen fabrics throughout our summer collections, across tailoring in suits, and finer linens for dresses and tops. Our linens use flax or hemp, allowing the linens to be breathable and cooling. We prioritise EU-derived flax linen in our sourcing strategy so we can offer the most responsibly-sourced options.
COOL WOOL TAILORING
‘Cool wool’ is a lightweight wool woven for warmer months. At around 170gsm, it has a crisp, refined handle and enough structure to hold clean lines, without the heaviness of winter suiting. The woven construction helps air circulate and gives a smoother finish, making it ideal for spring/summer blazers and trousers that look polished but wear comfortably all day.
RECYCLED WOOL BLEND FLANNEL
Warm, soft and quietly polished, our recycled wool blend flannel is a winter staple for smarter pieces. At around 350gsm, it has a cosy brushed finish with enough structure to hold a tailored shape, perfect for suiting, especially our smart trousers. We prioritise recycled wool to reduce the impact of new fibre production, while blending for durability and everyday wear.
RECYCLED WOOL BLEND OUTERWEAR
For coats that feelsubstantialand look sharply finished, we use recycled wool blend fabrics in twill andmelton. At around 560gsm, these are heavyweight materials designed for warmth,structureand longevity. Twill is woven with a subtle diagonal line that adds strength and helps the fabric hold its shape, whilemeltonis densely woven and lightly felted for a smoother surface and excellent insulation. We prioritise recycled wool to reduce reliance on new fibres, without compromising on performance or polish.
LAMBSKIN LEATHER
Chosen for its soft, supple feel, lambskin gives a beautifully smooth finish that wears in rather than out. Our lambskin is typically tanned in specialist tanneries in places like Italy. We always request that our leather is sourced as a co-product of the food industry, supporting the use of existing materials rather than creating demand for new.
GOAT SUEDE
Goat suede is loved by our team for its velvety-soft finish and rich, tactile look. Suede is created by softly buffing the underside of the hide, which gives it that brushed, matte surface and beautiful depth of colour. We use goat suede in jackets as an ideal option for transitional layers that feel elevated but easy to wear. As with all our leather, we always request that it is sourced as a co-product of the food industry, making use of existing materials.
SHEARLING
Shearling is warm without needing added padding, and the texture brings instant depth to outerwear. We reserve shearling for special pieces designed to be worn for years and passed on, with careful construction and timeless silhouettes that outlast trends.
RECYCLED WOOL BLEND YARN
Our blended recycled wool yarn contains both merino and recycled wool with some recycled polyamide to add strength and help garments keep their shape. Designed for 7-gauge (7GG) knitwear, it creates a medium-fine handle that is lighter and more refined than chunky knits, but still naturally warm and easy to layer. We source the yarn from specialist spinners and have it dyed in Italy, chosen for dependable quality in everyday jumpers and cardigans.
PURE RECYCLED WOOL YARN
Our 100% recycled wool yarn is made to bring warmth and softness with a lighter, more everyday feel. Spun for 7-gauge (7GG) knitwear, it creates a medium-fine yarn that knits into cosy pieces that layer easily. We source this yarn from specialist spinners and have it dyed in Italy, selecting it for quality for a long life in the wardrobe, season after season.
MERINO WOOL YARN
Our 100% merino wool yarn is chosen for its luxurious softness. Merino sheep are a breed prized for producing exceptionally fine wool fibres, which is why it feels smooth against the skin rather than itchy. It is also naturally breathable and insulating, helping you stay comfortable across changing temperatures. Spun for 7-gauge (7GG) knitwear, it creates a medium-fine weight that layers easily while still feeling reassuringly warm.
WOOL WITH CASHMERE YARN
This is one of our most plush yarns, blending merino wool and recycled wool with recycled cashmere for an extra-soft, gentle finish. The cashmere brings a smoothness and warmth that feels beautiful against the skin, while the wool keeps the yarn resilient and easy to wear day to day.