Interieur van de ZWAAN store met kledingrekken, een jasje aan de muur, planten en een spiegel
Etalage van de ZWAAN store met twee paspoppen in ZWAAN-kleding en een krijtbordje

Love, Lara

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Middelburg · Zeeland

Sustainable clothing shop & studio in Middelburg

At the ZWAAN store & studio on Lange Geere 4, right in the centre of Middelburg, I design and sew all my clothes myself. You're welcome to feel the fabrics, try pieces on and watch over my shoulder at the sewing table.

Would you like to try things on at your leisure or discuss something, such as a length adjustment or your own one of a kind? Send me a message and we'll arrange a moment together.

Not nearby? You'll also find ZWAAN at The Blind Spot in Goes and Grünbert Conceptstore in St. Wendel (DE), and I ship from my studio throughout the Netherlands and the EU.

Address
ZWAAN store & atelier
Lange Geere 4
4331 LX Middelburg
Opening hours
Wednesday–Saturday, 11 am–5 pm

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can't find your question? Just send me a message – I'm happy to help.

Love, Lara

Do you really make everything yourself?

Yes! I design every piece myself, choose the fabrics, make and cut the pattern and sew everything myself in my studio in Middelburg.

Do you make the sweaters yourself too?

Yes. The only thing I buy in is fabric. I don't buy ready-made garments just to add my logo. The only exception is old jeans, which I cut up and turn into one of a kind pieces.

How does made to order work?

When you order online, that's when I start making your piece. That way I avoid overproduction, and any leftover fabric goes into other designs.

Do you ship?

Yes, I send everything from the webshop to you by post. You can read more about shipping and returns under Shipping & returns.

Which fabrics do you use?

New fabrics include, for example, GOTS-certified organic cotton, Tencel or Ecovero. I also work with deadstock: leftover stock from high-end designers, so once it's gone, it's gone. For limited and one of a kind pieces, I also use fabric scraps and old garments. Read more in the journal.

How do you know what size you're making?

Like every clothing brand, I work with a size system. I first make the pattern in one size based on average body measurements, a size 38 for example, and then grade it to the other sizes.

How do ZWAAN sizes fit?

True to size, but it also depends on how you like to wear your clothes. Every product description says whether something fits a little roomier or more snugly, and you'll find the measurements in the size chart. Not sure? Feel free to email me and I'll gladly help.

How long until I receive my order?

I only start making made-to-order pieces once you order; the lead time is always shown on the product, usually 1 to 5 working days. I normally ship your order within 1 to 5 working days; after that, delivery time depends on the carrier and the destination. Need something by a certain date? Just email me beforehand.

How much is shipping?

Within the Netherlands shipping costs €4.50 for small parcels up to 0.3 kg and €6.00 for larger parcels; shipping within the Netherlands is free from €250. To other EU countries shipping costs €12.00.

Can I exchange or return something?

Yes. Email info@lzwaan.com within 14 days of receiving your order with your name, order number and which piece you'd like to exchange or return. You'll find all the steps under Shipping & returns.

Can I have a piece made longer, shorter or to measure?

Because I make everything to order, you can pass on length requests with your order. Something else in mind, like an alteration or your own one of a kind? Send me a message via contact and we'll see what's possible.

Can I come by to try things on?

Yes, I'd love that! My shop and studio are at Lange Geere 4 in Middelburg, open Wednesday to Saturday, 11 am–5 pm. You can feel the fabrics and try everything on there.

How do I care for my ZWAAN clothes?

Wash less often and at a low temperature, air-dry your clothes and follow the care label. That way everything stays beautiful for years. Read my ten tips in How to: care for your clothes the right way.

Try it on

Where to find ZWAAN

Prefer to feel the fabrics and try things on? You'll find ZWAAN here.

  • Middelburg

    ZWAAN shop

    Lange Geere 4
    4331 LX Middelburg

    Wed–Sat · 11 am–5 pm

    Directions
  • Goes

    The Blind Spot

    Korte Kerkstraat 15
    4461 JE Goes

    Directions
  • St. Wendel (DE)

    Grünbert Conceptstore

    Schloßstraße 6
    66606 St. Wendel

    Directions
  • Online

    Project Cece

    projectcece.nl

    Project Cece