Archive for July, 2010

An In-depth Study of Tencel Clothing

Tencel clothing has become increasingly popular in the mainstream fashion industry as well as in the eco-friendly fashion industry because of a number of reasons. Firstly, it is a natural fiber and secondly it offers a flattering drape. Who would not like a fabric that flatters one’s form? These reasons should be sufficient for making the fabric so popular but this wonderful fabric has many more properties. Read on to discover more.

When it comes to environmentally sustainable textiles, this fabric is one of the best choices. Tencel is a brand name which is owned by Lenzing Fiber of Germany. It is a recently improved fabric made from a fiber that is generically called lyocell. The name “Tencel” has become so widespread that many of the fabrics, which are referred to as “Tencel” are nothing but actually lyocell.

Let us look at the comfort factor involved with Tencel. It is feels almost like rayon. It is lightweight, breathable, soft, and comfortable. So if you are planning to buy new work-wear then you can easily opt for Tencel.

This material lasts for a really long time. It is also shrink-resistant so you can be as careless with your clothes as you want to. You don’t have to bother about taking care of this material at all. When you get such durable and maintenance free clothes, you will not have a care in the world. Even when it is wet or dry, it proves to be a strong fiber. It is very easy to maintain Tencel apparel. They are resistant to wrinkling, easy to pack, and dry quickly. You can wash these clothes in machines too.

You can get a variety of colors in Tencel fabrics and it is highly absorbent. You must remember that it is made from cellulose found in natural wood pulp. The fiber is biodegradable and economical and thus a good choice for those seeking eco-friendly apparel.

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Peep Into Corporate Clothing with Bamboo Fabric

Have you heard about bamboo clothing? It is popular nowadays because it is smooth, luxuriously soft, and drapes gently. The price too is moderate if you compare it with cashmere and silk. As it is an eco friendly fiber, bamboo is being appreciated in the fashion industry. The cultivation process of bamboo is eco-friendly and naturally most of it is organic bamboo.

The manufacturing processes that involves turning bamboo the plant into bamboo the fabric is eco friendly. However, when heavy chemicals are used, the eco-friendly shine of bamboo gets tarnished. Eco-aware designers as well as conventional consumers adore the excellent properties of chemically manufactured bamboo rayon.

Why is bamboo fabric becoming so popular for corporate apparel? It is so because this fabric has natural softness and sheen to it, which feels nice and drapes just like silk. However, it is more durable and less expensive than silk. It is easy to launder bamboo clothing in a normal clothes washer and dryer. Due to the round and smooth structure of the fibers, bamboo clothing is non-irritating and soft. Thus, it is good even for sensitive skin. Those who are sensitive to certain chemicals should check if they can normally tolerate bamboo clothing as during processing, certain chemicals are used which may not be suitable to some people.

Bamboo is supposed to be naturally anti-fungal and anti-bacterial because of the bacteriostatis agent that is found in bamboo plants. The presence of bamboo kun in the bamboo fabric prevents odor-producing bacteria from multiplying and spreading in the cloth, thus making bamboo apparel certainly more hygienic.

Bamboo is a good absorbent and it absorbs water from the body faster than cotton. Therefore, you can wear bamboo clothing to office during the warm and sweaty months and can remain dry and feel more comfortable. This hypoallergenic fabric does not cling to your body.

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Recent Changes in the World of Corporate Clothing

Getting dressed for a business meeting or for a family get-together is in no way similar. Business clothing for men essentially means that it should be proper formal wear that is suitable in a professional atmosphere. Any traditional formal business apparel for men consists of a tie with a full or half-sleeved formal shirt and a pair of trousers. A proper business suit with a matching blazer and trousers is necessary. However, over the past few years, work wear has undergone a sea of change.

Stylish clothing ranges from the branded to the generic, and general fashion stores are paving the way to more cool and comfortable formal wear which modern men feel associated with. The mantra nowadays is business casual where you can wear a business suit without a tie. It does not violate the business protocol of most modern corporate houses. You can also wear chequered half-sleeved shirts as office wear. Suits are also available in different styles and materials. In some of the offices, Jeans and T-shirts are also allowed as office wear. Your work should speak for yourself not your clothes.

However, make sure that whatever you choose must go with your personality. Do not fall into the trap of modern trends and go out of your way to look fashionable. The clothes must fit you properly. Choice of fabric is also very important. If it is summer then go for linen or cotton that will make your skin breathe. Make sure your clothes are neatly stitched and properly ironed.

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