Fabrics
Can I wear a satin halter style dress to a July wedding?
A satin halter style dress is so beautiful and can be perfect for a wedding. Summer and daytime weddings tend to be more casual than winter or evening weddings but weddings are to celebrate and dress up. If the wedding is late afternoon or evening and/or formal (the invitation specifies black tie) a halter style…
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Can I wear velvet to an April wedding?
Velvet can be worn to an April wedding. Velvet is a seasonless fabric today. The weather dictates when to wear velvet. In cooler climates, it is most popular. If it is hot where you live it will probably be too warm and might be uncomfortable. However you can wear a velvet jacket for a cover-up…
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Is it OK to wear black jeans with a blue jean jacket?
Is it OK to wear black jeans with a blue jean jacket? The jacket does have some designs on it. Yes you can wear black jeans with a blue jean jacket. A few years ago women didn’t combine clothing in black and blue together. Today black and blue colors used together in fashions create bold,…
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How can you mix clothing textures?
Mix clothing textures to create a unique look. Whether you’re going for a bold and edgy look or a softer, more feminine vibe, playing with textures can elevate any outfit. Here are 3 tips on how to wear different textures with style and confidence. Play with Contrasting Textures – You can pair a smooth, silky…
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Is wool clothing just for cold weather?
Many people think wool is a cold weather fabric but wool is multi seasonal thanks to new finishing techniques. Some wool fabrics have tighter twisted yarns that improve breathability and thermoregulation against cold and heat. The new wool’s are thinner and more comfortable to wear. With many people on the go, travel often requires fabrics…
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What is Moiré?
Moiré is an old technique that produces a wavy watermark effect on fabric. This pattern on the fabric is produced by heat and pressure rollers. Moiré is usually on silk taffeta or faille fabric used for women’s dressy coats, suits, dresses, evening wear, dressing gowns and bathrobes. It has a shimmering effect when embossed on…
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Can sweaters be washed in a washing machine?
Can sweaters be washed in a washing machine? The pullover sweaters I have are acrylic/wool and not expensive. I found hand washing a sweater does not always work. As long as these are not expensive sweaters you should be able to wash your acrylic/wool sweaters in cold water using the gentle or delicate cycle of…
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What is the difference in fleece & flannel?
Fleece is a man-made fiber that is 100% synthetic. It is made from recycled plastics such as plastic water bottles, giving it an eco-friendly edge. Fleece has a pile surface on both sides enabling the material to hold in more warmth providing excellent insulation. It is soft, warm, comfortable, breathable, and moisture-resistant plus light-weight making…
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What is loden fabric?
Loden fabric is a durable, coarse, dense, water-repellent, woolen fabric used chiefly for coats, capes, and jackets. Originally worn by farmers and shepherds in the Austrian Alps. Loden coats and jackets are fashionable in the city or country and appropriate for hunting or leisure. Loden coats are usually in hunter green but loden fabric can…
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Will a high-quality denim skirt be more resistant to stiffness & wrinkles?
A denim skirt is a durable classic and very versatile. However denim skirts can vary depending on the contents in the denim fabric. Some denim fabrics are more wrinkle resistant and not as stiff as others. Denim with poly is light weight, easy to care for and resistant to wrinkles. Other denims are blended with…
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