Cotton

This fibre is known for its versatility, performance and natural comfort. It is natural and the most used fibre in the world. Cotton is obtained from the mature capsule of the cotton plant. After it is harvested, the fibres are separated from dirt and then spun into threads. Cotton is a good conductor of heat: It keeps the body cool in summer and warm in winter. Cotton requires much water during the production process so we are increasingly substituting it with other fabrics e.g. Tencel.
Notable Characteristics:
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Soft and comfortable
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Absorbent and breathable
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Wrinkles easily
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Slow to dry
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Biodegradable
Silk
The ‘queen of textiles’ or ‘second skin’ - these are just some synonyms used for this luxurious and natural fibre produced by the mulberry silk moth. Silk was discovered by the Chinese over 7000 years ago and the first European country it was brought to was Italy. China remains as the largest producer of silk. It is a protein fibre that is chemically similar to human skin, making it an ideal second skin and extremely comfortable to wear. The moth produces the silk filament to build its cocoon.
Notable Characteristics:
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Smooth and breathable
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Luxurious and glossy shine
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Cool to the touch and insulating
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Dries quickly
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Biodegradable and hypoallergenic


Soya
You can eat it, drink it, and now you can wear it! Soya yarn is strong yet soft, with a lustre similar to that of silk. It is an all-natural choice and its manufacturing process leaves little to no waste. Soya yarn is made from the leftovers of the food production industry, using the natural fibres found within the soya bean. This is one of the first eco yarns we started using over 10 years ago. A great option for customers that are conscious of the environment or allergic to wool.
Notable Characteristics:
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Biodegradable
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Luxurious soft texture
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Absorbent and breathable
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Easy to maintain
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Wrinkles easily
Cashmere
Counting as one of the most luxurious and rare fabrics in the industry, the popularity of cashmere is primarily thanks to its incomparable softness. It is a wool fibre grown on the neck/underbelly of the cashmere goat. The fibre can only be obtained during the goats natural moulting process, in which case it is sheared or combed off. There are various qualities depending on the length and thickness of the goat’s hair and therefore different price ranges. High quality cashmere wool is very expensive due to the small amount that can be produced annually by each goat.
Notable Characteristics:
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Extremely soft and luxurious
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Insulating and biodegradable
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Durable when cared for correctly

Recycled Wool

The process of turning discarded wool garments into a new yarn has a relatively low-impact process, compared to producing wool yarns from scratch. This is because the energy used during sheering, water usage and chemicals needed to turn the fleece into usable yarns is eliminated. Instead, the discarded wool garments are sorted into color categories before they are cleaned of any accessories, like buttons or zippers, and processed into new yarns. By organizing the garments into similar colors, the dying process can be completely removed, which results in less chemical usage and wastewater. Garments made using recycled wool directly contribute to less textiles that end up in a landfill, which is something we can all feel good about!
Qualities:
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Biodegradable
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Odour resistant
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Thermo regulating
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Wrinkle resistant
Merino Wool
This type of wool is very fine and lightweight. Merino sheep are one of the most popular breeds of sheep used for wool consumption and they can be sheared once per year. The fibres are thermo regulating which means when it’s hot, they absorb the moisture from our bodies and release it outside of the fabric, helping to keep us cool. When it’s cold, the fibres trap the heat on the inside of the fabric, keeping us warm. We use a super fine merino wool which has been specially treated to minimise pilling and increase comfort when wearing the garment.
Notable Characteristics:
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Wrinkle and odour resistant
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Durable and lightweight
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Dries quickly
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Thermo regulating and biodegradable


Virgin Wool
This wool distinguishes from regular/recycled wool because it is stronger, softer, more durable and has a higher quality. The wool is either taken from a lamb’s first shearing or it can refer to wool from an adult sheep that has never been used before. Due to the limited supply of virgin wool, garments made from this fabric are usually more expensive than those made with regular/recycled wool.
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High fabric breathability
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Resists wrinkles, stains and odours
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Durable and strong
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Biodegradable
Mohair
Also known as ‘diamond fibre’, mohair wool not only has a beautiful, glossy sheen but is also very durable and strong. The hair is grown by an angora goat which can be sheared twice a year. This goat originated in Turkey, though South Africa and the United States are now the largest mohair producers. Due to the limited quantities produced each year, it is expensive and considered a luxury textile.
Notable Characteristics:
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High lustre and sheen
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Naturally elastic and strong
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Crease resistant and lightweight
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Insulating and biodegradable

Alpaca wool

While similar to sheep’s wool, alpaca wool is warmer, not prickly and hypoallergenic. There are different breeds that differentiate between different qualities – the Huacaya breed for example is better suited for knitting than the Suri alpaca since it is naturally more elastic. The animals are shorn every twelve to eighteen months. Even though it is warmer than sheep’s wool, it is only 1/3 the weight.
Notable characteristics:
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Glossy shine
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Thermo regulating
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Lightweight and soft
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Wrinkle and odour resistant
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Biodegradable and hypoallergenic
Lyocell
(also known as tencel)
It is considered to be one of the most eco fabrics on the market at the moment. Lyocell is a man-made fibre originating of wood pulp. Its production requires much less use of water than e.g. the production of cotton or viscose, which makes it more environmentally friendly. We source our lyocell yarn from the same supplier as brands like Marc O’Polo, Levis or Filippa K. This supplier ensures that the water used in the production is recycled and fewer chemicals are required. In addition, the wood used is from forests in which at least one tree is planted for every tree felled.
Notable Characteristics:
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Biodegradable and moisture absorbent
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Soft and breathable
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Wrinkle resistant and durable
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Luxurious in shine and flow


Viscose
(also known as rayon)
Originally invented in the 19th century as a substitute to silk, today viscose is one of the most widely used fibres in the world. It counts as the first man-made fibre and has the same comfort properties as natural fibres. It is also named ‘rayon’ because of how beautifully this fibre reflects the rays of the sun. It is made using the pulp from various plants such as wood, bamboo, soya or sugar cane. Increasingly we are using Viscose that comes from sustainably sourced natural raw material wood.
Notable Characteristics:
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Silky soft and breathable
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High absorbency
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Light, strong and robust
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Drapes beautifully
Recycled Polyester
Like traditional polyester, recycled polyester is also a man-made fiber. However, the big difference is that recycled polyester is made from existing PET plastics, such as old water bottles, which are non-biodegradable and would otherwise end up in a landfill. Recycled polyester is also just as strong as traditional polyester and uses significantly less energy to produce. Over half of the world’s PET production consists of new polyester production. Creating a larger demand for recycled polyester can help drive an industry change that would drastically reduce the use of crude oil, natural gas and energy. The next time you walk to the recycle bin, remember; five plastic cola bottles can produce enough fiber for one extra-large t-shirt!
Notable Characteristics:
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Continuously recyclable
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Strong and durable
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Abrasion and wrinkle resistant
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Lightweight and quick drying

Polyester

A man-made fibre and the 2nd most produced and used fibre worldwide (after cotton). The quality of polyester has changed significantly over the last years – it is more breathable, softer and in some cases easy to confuse with a natural fibre. The fibre is often criticized for having a less natural feel than for example cotton or wool, though it does have several unique advantages that cannot be found for any other fibre, e.g. it dries quickly and doesn’t crease.
A very small percentage of our fabrics are synthetic, and we only use them where absolutely necessary, such as in pleating, and we are working hard to phase them out entirely.
Notable characteristics:
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Lightweight feel
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Quick drying
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Wrinkle and abrasion resistant
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Easy to wash, dry and use
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Strong and durable
Polyamide
(also known as nylon)
Nylon has a silky texture and is often blended with other fibres. Its strength to weight ratio is extremely high, which makes this fibre popular. It is a very practical fibre that often can be found in clothing, women’s stockings, rope or luggage.
Notable Characteristics:
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High elasticity and strong
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Tear and abrasion-free
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Fast drying and easy care
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Wrinkle resistant
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Lightweight and durable


Microfibre Polyamide
A special type of polyamide and one of the thinnest fibres in the world (finer than silk!). It is mostly used for swimwear. However, the fabric is also used to make extremely comfortable clothing that looks sophisticated. The fabric we use for our AT series is mostly made with microfibre polyamide. Our supplier for this fabric is a company that sees it as their responsibility to reduce the use of water, energy, chemicals and waste in the production process of this fibre. Therefore, the microfibre polyamide we use for our garments is certified for eco sustainability.
Notable Characteristics:
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Certified for eco sustainability
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Wrinkle free
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Extreme comfort and soft to the touch
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High elasticity and easy to maintain