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Long Sleeve Shirt SCHATTENWESEN

SKU:  003 Category:  MEN

100% finest cotton printed in Saxony
Hand-sewn in a shirt factory
Exclusive & limited designer piece

Brand owner & manufacturer: GERMENS® artfashion

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€ 248,00
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GERMENS is an independent fashion brand from Chemnitz – small, creative and with a great passion for art and design. Our three-person team works with international artists to develop extraordinary designs that are precisely matched to the cuts of our garments. This elaborate process is only implemented by a few labels worldwide.

Whether shirt, blouse or T-shirt – every GERMENS garment is a wearable work of art. It attracts attention, underlines your personality and makes you the focus of the moment. Over 5,000 customers have already ordered from us - including well-known faces from the worlds of art, culture and media.

GERMENS offers over 450 designs in 5 product groups up to 10 sizes. Most products are made individually for you according to your order. This takes a few weeks because we manufacture individual fabrics. Find out more here.

Try on a sample garment in the comfort of your own home first. Our free try-on service provides you with several sizes to choose from – without any risk. You are guaranteed to find your perfect fit among the 10 sizes from XS to 6XL.
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Most of our products are available in 10 sizes from XS to 6XL. You can find the right size quickly and easily using our size chart.

Your garment fits almost perfectly, but not quite yet? With our professional alteration service, we can adjust it exactly to your measurements. For the perfect fit and maximum comfort.
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GERMENS garments are easy-care, simple to wash and iron – ideal for everyday wear. You can find detailed tips under:
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Many models are immediately available from stock and can be delivered to you within a few days.
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Button-up Shirt Long Sleeve SCHATTENWESEN – white artist shirt with quiet intensity

SCHATTENWESEN feels like walking through a silent city after dark. Edges soften, streets become narrow corridors of memory, and shadows seem to carry stories that daylight would never reveal. This is the narrative behind the SCHATTENWESEN long sleeve shirt: a wearable image of hidden worlds, designed by Gregor-T. Kozik. When someone asks about the shirt, its story is easy to tell: it is about the moment when darkness is not emptiness, but depth; when the unseen becomes visible on fabric.

The SCHATTENWESEN is a button-up shirt long sleeve for men who want a dark, expressive shirt without choosing a conventional black dress shirt. Its dominant colours are black, grey and deep blue. Together they create a calm, mysterious and almost nocturnal impression. The abstract shapes do not behave like ordinary decoration; they move across the shirt like fragments of shadow, smoke and architecture. This makes the design suitable for gallery openings, evening dinners, creative business settings, cultural events, travel and refined leisurewear.

Artist-designed by Gregor-T. Kozik

The artwork comes from Gregor-T. Kozik, a German painter and graphic artist from Chemnitz. He was one of the founding members of the Clara Mosch artists’ group and is also a co-founder of GERMENS artfashion. That background gives the SCHATTENWESEN shirt its particular presence: it is not a fashion print made to fill fabric, but an artistic composition translated into clothing. The result is a designer shirt for men with a serious, graphic and distinctive character.

No ordinary all-over print

A key difference lies in the production concept. The design is not a simple repeat pattern, not a random all-over print and not a scaled graphic enlarged or reduced for each size. GERMENS creates size-specific print data so that the motif fits the proportions of the garment. The shirt consists of 21 individual pattern pieces, and the artwork is precisely positioned across them. Each piece is then carefully cut by hand. This is why SCHATTENWESEN looks coherent in XS as well as in 6XL. It remains a wearable artwork in every size, not just a patterned men’s shirt.

The fabric is made in Saxony and consists of 100% cotton. It is natural, skin-friendly, breathable, comfortable and odour-neutral. Cotton is well suited for everyday use because it feels pleasant on the skin, remains reliable during long days and offers lasting durability when cared for properly. For men looking for a cotton button-up shirt with artistic depth, SCHATTENWESEN combines comfort with a visual statement that is subtle enough to wear often and strong enough to be remembered.

Craftsmanship, fit and long-term wear

For new customers, the try-on service is a practical first step. Several sizes can be tested comfortably at home before the final shirt is ordered. The service itself is free; only a small deposit is required, which is refunded or credited. This reduces uncertainty and helps you choose the size that supports the look of the artwork, the shoulder line and the overall silhouette.

GERMENS finishes the shirt with close edge stitching, sturdy buttons sewn on with a shank, angled cuffs, the characteristic GERMENS collar notch and a Kent collar with removable stainless-steel collar stays. These details give the collar structure, help the shirt keep its shape and underline the precise construction. The SCHATTENWESEN long sleeve shirt is available in sizes XS to 6XL. If the fit needs refinement after purchase, the alteration service can adjust sleeve length, waist, back darts or hem length.

Production follows demand, which helps avoid unnecessary overproduction. The design is limited to 99 pieces, and depending on availability, production may take several weeks. For care, wash at 30°C, use colour detergent without bleach, add a little fabric softener if desired, avoid tumble drying and iron hot or use a shirt finishing form. Detailed instructions are available in the care guide. With the right care, SCHATTENWESEN remains a durable, comfortable and conversation-starting long sleeve artist shirt for many occasions.



GERMENS artfashion – The extravagant fashion brand since 2010

GERMENS artfashion – Art to wear

GERMENS is more than just fashion. It is an extraordinary concept that combines art, individuality and sustainability. Since it was founded in 2010, GERMENS has stood for wearable works of art – each item of clothing is created in collaboration with international artists and is absolutely unique in its design.

Why GERMENS? Because we rethink fashion. Instead of producing mass-produced goods, we manufacture exclusively to order or in small, limited editions. This reduces overproduction, conserves resources and makes every GERMENS piece something special. Our fabrics come from Saxony and are made into high-quality shirts, blouses and T-shirts in Europe – with attention to detail and precision craftsmanship.

GERMENS stands for exceptional designs that emphasize the character of their wearer. For quality that you can feel. And for an attitude that sees fashion as an expression of personality and culture.

GERMENS is fashion for people who don't want to look like everyone else – but like themselves.

Ahoi Germens No Panic – Euer Udo Lindenberg

Who is GERMENS?

GERMENS is artfashion from Chemnitz: artist-designed shirts and blouses made from premium cotton. Bold prints, precise tailoring, durable comfort. Sustainably made-to-order, often limited editions—wearable art that sparks conversations and stands out every day.

Who will help you with questions and purchases

Your customer advisor René Koenig

Whether in the store or on the phone - Sabine Fuchs is your contact at GERMENS. She will be happy to advise you on fits, sizes, current orders or other matters relating to our products.

You can reach them by telephone Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Phone: 0049 371 6665266

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What is special about GERMENS?

Artist designs on cotton

René König and numerous external artists create their designs directly on special templates that correspond exactly to the cuts of GERMENS clothing. The result is a surface design that fits perfectly on every item of clothing – an interplay of art and fashion in perfect form.


GERMENS artfashion – 10 sizes XS to 6XL – Fabrics made in Germany – 100 % cotton – product handmade – exclusive & limited products

Information for new customers

Some GERMENS products are not made from stock, but individually to order for you. As a result, delivery may take several weeks – but you will receive an exclusive, unique item that is made especially for you.


Exclusive designs - printed to fit perfectl

GERMENS only uses its own designs, which are only available here. For each garment – in every size from XS to 6XL – the pattern pieces are printed individually and accurately on high-quality cotton fabric.

The fabric is then finished so that the colors remain permanently brilliant, the fabric is washable, suitable for everyday use and comfortable to wear – without any unpleasant odors.


Manual cutting of all fabric parts

Careful cutting by hand

GERMENS only produces what has actually been ordered. This is very sustainable and ensures lasting value. After printing, the fabrics are cut – traditionally by hand. The skilled worker is visually guided by the design and cuts each piece individually. The result is a perfect fit in which art and cut interact perfectly.

Handcrafted with care and a high level of expertise

Careful tailoring in the manufactory

After cutting, the many individual pieces are sewn together in a Polish family business with great care and many years of experience. High-quality finishing details – such as finely stitched edges or buttons with handles – and fine fabrics guarantee that every GERMENS garment will give you long-lasting pleasure.

Who wears GERMENS?

Kai Ebel wears GERMENS shirts

Formula 1 presenter Kai Ebel is known for his distinctive, extravagant style of dress. He has been wearing GERMENS shirts regularly since 2013 – making a fashionable impression both on and off the racetrack. GERMENS has been with him for over a decade now and is an integral part of his iconic look.


Artists appreciate GERMENS

Whether musicians, actors or DJs – many creative people rely on GERMENS to make their individuality visible. Even the legendary singer Toni Krahl (formerly CITY) has been wearing GERMENS shirts on stage for years. With their unusual designs, our shirts underline the character of every performance – including those of the popular pop duo DIE AMIGOS, who also regularly wear GERMENS.


Lively people wear GERMENS

GERMENS clothing is a statement – for personality and individuality. Our customers consciously want to stand out and be noticed. Whether on vacation, at events, in the office or in everyday life: with a GERMENS shirt, T-shirt or blouse, you are always dressed in a special way.

Curious glances often lead to conversations – sometimes even new friendships. Because GERMENS fashion makes an impact – visually and personally.


Where can I find GERMENS?

Experience GERMENS on site & online

Browse through our online store here or visit us directly in the GERMENS store in Chemnitz-Rabenstein. There you will find a large selection of our models, you can try everything on and get personal and expert advice.

We look forward to seeing you – online or on site!


Use the fitting service first

You can order our unique GERMENS garments conveniently here in the GERMENS online store. For new customers, we recommend the try-on service for at home – so you can determine your suitable size at your leisure and order items with the same fit later without any problems.


Find the right size

Our size charts will help you to find the right size for shirts, T-shirts, blouses and long-sleeved shirts. Simply measure your body measurements and compare them with the information in the tables – you will quickly find the right fit for your new GERMENS garment.


Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions.


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