our story
The First Layer
1stLAYERS was founded on a simple belief — that the first layer you put on in the morning sets the tone for everything that follows.
We design premium essentials for people who demand focus, precision, and comfort in their daily lives. Every detail is guided by one question: how can we make your first layer feel invisible, yet indispensable?
why pilots?
The idea to start with pilots came naturally.
They embody the qualities we wanted our brand to stand for — calm under pressure, precision, and quiet confidence.
But their environment also presents the ultimate test for comfort.
Hours in a sealed cockpit. Dry air. Constant shifts between warm and cool temperatures. Moments of intense concentration followed by long stretches of stillness.
They can’t adjust, stretch, or take a break when something feels wrong. Every distraction matters.
If underwear can perform there — it can perform anywhere.
Before designing a single prototype, we reached out to pilots across Europe to understand what truly matters: fabrics that breathe, seams that disappear, and a fit that stays perfectly in place, no matter the conditions.
Built with those who live it
Each version of 1stLAYERS was refined through real feedback from professionals in the air.
From early samples to the final production, every detail — from fabric density to seam placement — was tested, adjusted, and tested again.
The result is underwear that doesn’t remind you it’s there. It moves with you, regulates temperature, and maintains its shape through long hours of focus.
Scandinavian by nature
Rooted in Scandinavian design principles, we believe in clarity, restraint, and purpose.
True quality doesn’t need to shout — it’s felt in the details.
Our Lyocell blend is sourced from sustainably managed forests and produced through a closed-loop process that minimizes waste and water use. Softer than silk. Smoother than bamboo. Naturally breathable.
From the cockpit to everyday life
While the idea began in aviation, our mission extends far beyond it.
1stLAYERS exists for anyone who carries that same mindset — focused, disciplined, and composed under pressure.
Because no matter where the day takes you, everything starts with the first layer.