German Softness, Swiss Precision
Swabian Beginnings (1928)
Mey was founded in 1928 in Albstadt, a small city in the Swabian Alps of Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany. The region had been a center of textile manufacturing for centuries, its clean mountain water and cool climate ideal for processing natural fibers. Mey emerged from this tradition with a focus that would define the brand for nearly a century: creating the softest possible fabrics for the garments worn closest to the skin.
The company began as a manufacturer of fine cotton underwear and sleepwear, applying Swabian craftsmanship — a local tradition of meticulous, quality-focused work — to intimate apparel. The attention to fabric quality that would become Mey's defining characteristic was present from the beginning.
The Fabric Standard
Mey's primary competitive advantage is its fabric. The brand sources the finest long-staple cotton from Peru and Egypt, processes it using proprietary techniques, and creates textiles of extraordinary softness and durability. The company's "Best of" range uses Supima cotton that has been mercerized and gassed — a finishing process that creates a fabric with a subtle sheen and silky hand-feel.
Bodywear and Night-wear
Mey's product range centers on the categories where fabric quality matters most: daily underwear that sits against the skin all day, and sleepwear that accompanies the body through the vulnerable hours of rest. The brand's designs are deliberately understated — clean lines, minimal embellishment, and shapes that prioritize comfort.
Sustainability Commitment
In recent years, Mey has expanded its sustainability efforts, introducing organic cotton lines, reducing water and energy usage in manufacturing, and committing to transparent supply chain practices. The brand's Organic line carries GOTS certification, extending its quality obsession to environmental standards.