Everything you need to know about fabrics in one post

Everything you need to know about Fabrics

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Making its earliest appearance back in ancient times, this soft fabric often dubbed “the fabric of our life” still continues to be one of the most popular options for clothing.

Cotton

Pros ● ● ● ● Cons ● ● ● ●

Soft and comfortable High Breathability Pulls moisture away from the body Hypoallergenic - gentle on the skin Susceptible to Shrinking Fades faster than synthetic Wrinkles easily Slow drying

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Polyester is a synthetic fabric derived from petroleum.

Today, polyester is widely used for t-shirts, polos, jackets, and all sorts of apparel.

Polyester

Although the use of polyester does raise some environmental concerns, the popularity of recycled plastics such as plastic water bottles has given it a sustainable edge.

Pros ● ● ● ●

Durability Moisture-wicking Lightweight Resistant to shrinking and wrinkling

Cons ● Low breathability ● Not the best option for sensitive skins ● Heat sensitive - requires caution when heat pressing

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Poly-cotton blends features of both fabrics to give you apparel that is almost as soft and breathable as 100% cotton while being moisture-wicking and fastdrying like 100% polyester. Poly-cotton blends with more cotton than polyester are called CVC (Chief Value Cotton) blends.

Poly-cotton Blends

Pros ● ● ● ●

Retains shape Lighter than cotton, softer than polyester Less shrinking and wrinkling than cotton Dries fairly quickly

Cons ● The polyester content might cause allergies in some people ● More expensive than polyester ● Minor restrictions on printing options

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Tri-blends are a combination of Cotton and Polyester with the addition of Rayon. Most triblends will have 50% polyester with varying ratios of the other two materials.

Tri-blends

The addition of rayon gives the fabric a luxuriously soft feel akin to that of silk. Because rayon is also very absorbent, lightweight, and has a little bit of stretch, it is widely used to make athletic wear.

Pros ● Significantly softer ● Durable Cons ● Costly

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Micro Fleece Micro Fleece features ultrafine yarn that is lightweight yet dense, making it one of the best options for staying warm without adding bulk. The material has a shorter loft and is often used as the inner lining of softshell jackets and other outerwear. That said, this layerable and packable fabric can also be worn on its own.

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High-loft fleece High Loft fleece, which is brushed on both sides, was originally used for outerwear. Today it is categorized as a sweatshirt fleece. It is midweight, warm and comfy, and easy to layer with base layers like t-shirts

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Spandex

Spandex is a twist on the word “expands”, and describes the exceptional stretch quality of the fabric. It is often mixed with other fibers such as cotton to introduce an element of stretch.

Spandex fabrics are best suited for garments where mobility is key, such as fitness clothing.

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Acrylic

Acrylic is a synthetic fabric that provides excellent warmth, making it a favored choice for coldweather clothing, such as gloves, beanies, and sweaters.

This soft and lightweight material is considered a cheaper alternative to wool and is often blended with cotton to increase heat insulation.

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DWR – Durable Water Repellent Finish Durable Water Repellent (DWR) technology causes water drops to bead on a surface and roll-off without soaking into the fabric.

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Anti-pilling/ Pill-resistant Garments with a pill-resistant finish are treated to reduce the likelihood of pilling and stay smooth and comfortable for longer.

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● Pre-shrunk Pre-shrunk garments are made from cotton that has undergone a compacting process to reduce shrinkage when you wash or dry them.

● Performance The term “performance” generally means that the product can be used as sportswear. It does not necessarily imply that the dress is moisture-wicking or fast-drying.

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