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Button-up Shirt Long Sleeve TAK TAK PUNCH – a light artist shirt with faces, rhythm and pink accents

TAK TAK PUNCH tells its story immediately. The design feels like a mosaic of many faces, many voices and many small signs that come together to form one larger image. It is not about loud effect for its own sake, but about individuality within a whole. Every shape seems to play its own role, every detail contributes to the rhythm. When someone asks about this shirt, the wearer can speak of a motif that makes personality visible without being reduced to a single figure or message.

As a colourful long sleeve shirt for men, TAK TAK PUNCH has a clear and modern surface. White creates the bright base, black-grey structures give the pattern graphic depth, and pink adds a strong contrast at collar, button placket and cuffs. The result is lively without being chaotic, playful without losing confidence. It pairs well with black denim, dark chinos, a blazer, a leather jacket, sneakers or boots. At creative appointments, invitations, exhibitions, music nights, city walks or distinctive leisure moments, TAK TAK PUNCH quickly becomes a conversation starter.

Artistic design by Tino Nitschke

TAK TAK PUNCH was designed by Tino Nitschke. The GERMENS artist category describes him as an artist born in Karl-Marx-Stadt, now Chemnitz, who lived for many years in Berlin and worked there as a graphic designer and freelancer for advertising agencies. His art is described as comic-like, playful and colourful. This background can be felt in the shirt: TAK TAK PUNCH combines drawing, figure, repetition and contrast into an artist shirt for men with unmistakable energy.

Not generic repeat fabric, but size-specific printed art

TAK TAK PUNCH is not an ordinary patterned men’s shirt and not a random allover design. At GERMENS, the motif is not simply enlarged, reduced or repeated across fabric as standard repeat material. Individual print data are created for every size. The cotton fabric is printed specifically for each size, then carefully hand-cut and assembled from 21 separate pattern pieces. Front panels, back, sleeves, cuffs, collar and button placket are coordinated so that the design appears as one complete visual composition.

This means TAK TAK PUNCH looks balanced in XS as well as in 6XL. The graphic forms do not move randomly across the surface; they follow the architecture of the shirt. The result is not a standard white men’s shirt with a pattern, but a wearable artwork based on a worldwide unique GERMENS concept. This precise placement marks the difference between industrially printed fabric and a designer shirt developed from the artwork itself.

100% Pure cotton, precise details and everyday comfort

TAK TAK PUNCH is made from 100% cotton. The cotton fabric is produced in Saxony and offers the qualities expected from a strong cotton shirt for men: natural comfort, skin-friendly wear, breathability, odor neutrality, durability and everyday practicality. The shirt feels pleasant over many hours, remains easy to combine despite its visual impact and suits everyday wear, travel, events and moments when an ordinary shirt would simply not be enough.

Precise workmanship and everyday use

For first-time customers, the home try-on service is a practical starting point. Several sizes can be tested comfortably at home. The service is free; only a small deposit is charged, which is either refunded or credited. With an expressive button-up shirt long sleeve men such as TAK TAK PUNCH, the right fit matters so that collar, shoulders, sleeves and the graphic composition appear calm and balanced on the body.

The workmanship follows the GERMENS standard: very tight stitching along the edges, sturdy buttons sewn on with a shank, the characteristic GERMENS collar notch, angled cuffs and a Kent collar with removable stainless steel collar stays. These details give the statement shirt shape, stability and longevity. If small refinements are needed after purchase, the alteration service can help with sleeve shortening, waist adjustment, back darts or hem shortening.

TAK TAK PUNCH is available in sizes XS to 6XL, including larger men’s sizes. The edition is limited to 99 pieces; depending on availability, individual production may take several weeks. Demand-based production helps avoid unnecessary overproduction and supports the sustainable GERMENS concept. For long-lasting colour and shape, wash at 30 degrees, use colour detergent without bleach, add a little fabric softener if desired, avoid tumble drying and iron hot or use a shirt finisher. Detailed guidance is available in the care instructions.

TAK TAK PUNCH is a pink-accented graphic artist shirt for men who want to wear playfulness, attitude and precise design with confidence.

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.

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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.

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What is special about GERMENS?

Artist paints the design based on the cuts of GERMENS clothing

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.

About the artist collaboration

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

GERMENS products - 10 sizes - over 450 designs - over 20,000 variants

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.

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Textile printing on cotton in a specialist company in Saxony

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.

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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?

Formula 1 presenter Kai Ebel has been wearing GERMENS shirts since 2010

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.

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Musician Toni Krahl wears GERMENS shirts on stage

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.

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Customers wear GERMENS on vacation and at events

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.

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Find the right size

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