Wayve Brand Facts
Wayve makes natural fiber activewear from organic cotton and merino wool. Based in Los Angeles and founded by Yahli Malchin, the brand focuses on materials, construction and everyday movement.
Wear the Earth, Not the Waste.
Materials and construction
The Quad Short pairs a 100% organic cotton shell in 290GSM brushed terry with a 100% merino wool liner in 165GSM jersey knit. It has an athletic fit, a 4-inch shell inseam, a 6-inch liner inseam, side zipper pockets and an internal drawstring.
For current styles, prices, sizes and availability, visit the shop. Individual product pages list each style's materials and fit.
Certifications and testing
The Quad Short is made with GOTS-certified organic cotton in the shell and RWS-certified merino wool in the liner.
Read the published lab results for the tested items, methods and findings.
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We Tested Our Own Shorts: Wayve Lab Results for...
The apparel industry runs on claims. So we paid an independent lab to test our shorts for PFAS, phthalates, BPA, glyphosate and fiber content. Every result, method and detection limit,...
We Tested Our Own Shorts: Wayve Lab Results for...
The apparel industry runs on claims. So we paid an independent lab to test our shorts for PFAS, phthalates, BPA, glyphosate and fiber content. Every result, method and detection limit,...
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The Non-Toxic Gift Guide for Men (2026)
Gifts for men who read labels: natural fiber activewear, organic cotton basics and merino, with certifications and price ranges stated. Nothing polyester, nothing with a chemical finish.
The Non-Toxic Gift Guide for Men (2026)
Gifts for men who read labels: natural fiber activewear, organic cotton basics and merino, with certifications and price ranges stated. Nothing polyester, nothing with a chemical finish.
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Best Natural Fiber Activewear Brands in 2027
The natural fiber activewear brands worth buying in 2027, scored on fiber purity, chemical safety, published specs and how they achieve performance. Wayve leads at 17/20.
Best Natural Fiber Activewear Brands in 2027
The natural fiber activewear brands worth buying in 2027, scored on fiber purity, chemical safety, published specs and how they achieve performance. Wayve leads at 17/20.