Cashmere or camelhair?
All about camel hair and cashmere, two noble fibres which I’ve studied and worn in order to determine similarities, differences, and a preference.
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Lyocell and Menswear – Should We Wear It?
Lyocell is a term popping up on fabric tags everywhere. What is it, what are the characteristics and is it worth buying? Find those answers here.
Read MoreCan You Wear Tweed In Australian Climate?
There’s a misconception among many Aussies that tweed is strictly for cooler countries. However, we have a winter too – and many tweeds are great for our winter!
Read MorePin Stripes, Chalk Stripes, Self Stripes… What’s the Difference?
How to determine which name to give to the striped pattern you’re seeing on a particular piece of cloth.
Read MoreWhy Some Sweaters Are Itchy: A Crash Course
Why that particular sweater is really itchy, and how to get your hands on sweaters that don’t irritate your skin.
Read MoreFabrics That Pair Well With Seersucker
The best fabrics to pair with seersucker, and the best ones to avoid.
Read More2 More Vital Tips For Keeping Cool In Your Clothes This Summer
Australia plays host to a summer season that likes to play nasty. The sun beats down and makes everyone sweat to kingdom come, so how can we use fabrics to help ourselves minimise the impact?
Read MoreHow To Stay Cool In Your Clothes This Summer: Fabric Selections
Australia plays host to a summer season that likes to play nasty. The sun beats down and makes everyone sweat to kingdom come, so how can we use fabrics to help ourselves minimise the impact?
Read MoreWhy I No Longer Buy Pants With Stretch Fabric
Once upon a time, I used to be a big advocate of stretch fabrics. Now, I am the opposite: for a number of reasons.
Read MoreIs Polyester Really The Devil?
Polyester and other synthetic fabrics cop a lot of flak in the clothing world. They are cheap, they can feel less luxurious than natural counterparts such as wool or cotton and they have a negative misconception when it comes to quality. Some people may have an image of a polyester suit or shirt with an unattractive, unnatural shine pop into their heads when thinking of the fabric. It can be stated as a general rule of thumb that polyester and poly blend garments are not luxury items. However, synthetic fabrics are not just a method of cheapening manufacturing. They do have several positive attributes.
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