FAQs

Our pieces tend to run a little small. We’ve had a few customers who needed to size up, so here’s our advice. If you’re usually an S, stick with S. But if you’re often between an S and an M, we’d recommend going for the M.

100%. And we mean it. Squat, stretch, bend, do your thing. Our leggings are designed to stay opaque, even when the fabric is stretched.

Of course. Bodies aren’t made in matching sets. Our tops and bottoms are sold separately, so you can choose whichever sizes work best for you.

Yes, if you are in Madrid. We’re online, but not exclusively. You can find STUBBRN at selected studios and retail spaces around Madrid. Check our Stockists page to find your nearest location. Just bear in mind that not every location carries every style, colour or size.

We design stubbrn for movement, but not every piece serves the same purpose. Some styles offer more support and compression than others. Whether you’re heading to Pilates, barre, strength training or something more intense, we’re happy to help you choose the right piece.

The fabrics are Italian. The craftsmanship is Portuguese. And the ideas start in Madrid.

Because we liked what we found there. Italy has a long history of technical textile development, and we work with suppliers that specialize in performance fabrics. We wanted materials that felt good, performed well and allowed us to create the designs we had in mind.

A few things. We use technical fabrics selected for their stretch, recovery, comfort and performance. These are made with ECONYL® regenerated nylon. We offer textures and finishes you don’t typically see in activewear.

Yes. But probably not the kind you’re thinking of. Our technical velvet was developed for activewear. It’s designed to stretch, move and handle a lot more than the velvet you’d find in everyday clothing. It might look delicate. It isn’t.

Not necessarily. This isn’t traditional fashion velvet. It’s a technical textile specifically designed for activewear, which makes it far more resistant than you might expect. That said, we still recommend treating it with a little extra care when washing. Not because it’s fragile. Because we’d like you to enjoy it for as long as possible.

Because we wanted to keep our production closer to home. Working with a factory in Northern Portugal allows us to stay involved in the development process, communicate directly with the people making our clothes and visit when needed. It’s a choice we made early on, and one we intend to keep.

We’d be careful with that word. Making new clothes has an environmental impact. Ours included. What we can tell you is that we manufacture in Portugal, source our fabrics from European suppliers and use ECONYL® regenerated nylon in selected textiles.

Our bottoms can handle a machine wash at up to 30°C. But here’s what we’d actually recommend: treat all your stubbrn pieces to a gentle wash, including your tops. Use a delicate cycle, mild detergent and avoid fabric softeners and bleach. Our fabrics are made to perform. A little care just helps them keep doing that for longer.

Not necessarily. A gentle machine cycle is a good option. The less unnecessary friction and heat, the better.

We’d rather you didn’t. But if you absolutely have to, use a low temperature and always place a protective cloth between the iron and the garment. Never put the iron directly on the fabric.

It’s tougher than it looks. Unlike traditional velvet, ours is specifically developed for activewear. It’s made to stretch, move and withstand regular use. Still, we’d recommend washing it gently to help preserve its texture and performance over time.

Pretty simple, actually. Wash gently. Keep temperatures low. Skip the fabric softener. Avoid the tumble dryer. And don’t iron directly onto the fabric. Technical textiles are designed to work hard. Taking good care of them helps them stay that way.

Stubbrn is based in Madrid, and we ship to selected international destinations. Available countries, shipping costs and delivery options are displayed at checkout.

Delivery times depend on your location. You’ll see the available shipping options at checkout. Once your order is on its way, we’ll send you a tracking link so you can follow its journey.

Made a mistake? It happens. Get in touch as soon as possible with your order number.If your order hasn’t been dispatched, we’ll do our best to help. Once it’s on its way, changes may no longer be possible.

First, check the tracking link in your shipping confirmation. If something doesn’t look right, contact us with your order number. We’ll help you figure out what’s going on.

It happens. You can check our Returns Guide for information about sending your order back.

Yes. You have 14 days from receiving your order to notify us that you’d like to return it. Items should only have been handled as necessary to check their fit and condition. For the full process, check our Returns Guide.

For standard change-of-mind returns, return shipping costs are your responsibility. If we’ve sent you the wrong item or your product arrives faulty, contact us. We’ll take care of resolving the issue.

We’ll process your refund in accordance with our Returns Policy, using your original payment method. Depending on your bank, it may take a few additional business days for the funds to appear.

Growing up, being stubborn isn’t exactly something you’re praised for. You’re told to stop being so stubborn, to listen, to give in. Funny how that changes as you get older. The same stubborn kid becomes the persistent adult who keeps pushing until achieving it. That’s what stubbrn is about. And, in a way, it’s also how this brand came to life. There were plenty of reasons to quit. But we kept going. Turns out, being stubborn isn’t always such a bad thing.

Because of what goes into making them. We source our technical fabrics from Italy and manufacture in Portugal. That comes at a cost. We know our prices aren’t the lowest out there. We’re not trying to be. We’d rather be upfront about how we make our clothes and let you decide whether they’re worth it.

Yes. We’re working on them. But we’re a small brand, and developing new pieces takes time. Sometimes longer than we’d like. If there’s a colour or design you’d love to see, tell us. We actually read those messages.

Because we don’t produce huge quantities. We’re still learning what people love, which sizes sell fastest and how much stock to make. Sometimes we get it wrong. If something you want is sold out, get in touch. We’ll let you know if we’re planning to bring it back.

Please do. A colour. A fit adjustment. Something you loved. Something you didn’t. We’re still building stubbrn, and the people wearing our clothes are part of that process.