1. Introduction As sustainability remains at the heart of the world, consumers are also seeking green alternatives to ordinary goods and practices. This increased consciousness of the environmental implications of our decisions has impacted on every aspect of our lives, from clothing to care. As a natural fiber, wool is one of the most environmentally …
1. Introduction Wool is a favourite natural fiber because of its warmth, hardness and softness. Wool clothing, from cozy sweaters to dressy coats, to scarves and socks, is an everyday wardrobe essential that can be used year after year with proper care. Although washing wool requires good care, drying is just as important to retain …
Introduction Few things have changed an industry as much as nylon changed hosiery. When DuPont released nylon in the late 1930s, it soon became synonymous with innovation, accessibility and fashion. It was this artificial fibre that turned hosiery from an expensive art form into a mass-produced commodity and redefined stockings for the average person. This …
Introduction Few substances in the history of fashion have gone through this transformation as effectively as nylon. But after decades of being praised for its practicality, nylon has stepped into the elite realm of haute couture, taking its place alongside silk and cashmere. This breaks stereotypes, and reflects a general shift in the fashion industry’s …
1. Introduction Woollen sweaters are a wardrobe staple and both comfortable and stylish. Woolen garments, warm, durable and breathable, were once a staple of winter fashion. They can be worn from winter coats to smart casual clothes and, since they help keep your body cool, they’re extremely useful. Yet for all these attributes, woollen sweaters …
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1. Introduction Wool is a favorite material, because it’s soft, warm and smooth. Whether in sweaters, scarves, blankets or coats, wool clothing is a cost-benefit investment. But taking care of wool demands particular care. Natural wool fibers, though resilient, can easily be torn apart by cleaning errors, and stains quickly take the life out of …
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1. Introduction Wool is one of nature’s most loved natural fibres, for its warmth, gentleness and irresistibility. Wool can be used for all sorts of purposes ranging from sweaters to blankets. But its brittle nature calls for careful handling, for lack of care is the cause of one of wool’s worst curses: shrinkage. Most of …
Introduction Nylon, a tough, durable and multi-functional fabric, is everywhere you look in the fashion world. Whether it is active wear, streetwear or haute couture, nylon is always the material of choice for its durability and beauty. Whether it’s streamlined jackets or rugged outerwear, its place in modern dressing rooms cannot be underrated. But despite …
Introduction And nylon, the 20th century’s greatest invention, has easily gone from its utilitarian beginnings to a modern fetish fabric. Originally designed for utility, nylon was widely used in parachutes and war uniforms during the Second World War. In the decades following, its lightweight durability and affordability consolidated its status as an essential garment of …
Introduction Polyester is a versatile, essential material in contemporary fashion. From its humble origins as a synthetic substitute for silk to its recent arrival as a wardrobe staple, nylon has been an extremely durable and versatile material. Fashion designers, in particular, favour nylon for its neologism of stiffness, stretch and light weight. However, in recent …