Fabric & Fibre Guide


Not sure what a fabric will feel like? Here’s a simple guide to some of the most common fibres used in our clothing.


Fibre

What is it?

Feel & Benefits

Cotton

A natural fibre made from the cotton plant.

Soft, breathable and comfortable. Great for everyday wear.

Linen

A natural fibre made from the flax plant.

Lightweight, breathable and perfect for warmer weather. Naturally has a relaxed, slightly textured look and can crease easily.

Wool

A natural fibre most commonly sourced from sheep.

Warm, breathable and insulating. Ideal for knitwear and cooler weather.

Merino Wool

A fine, soft wool from Merino sheep.

Lightweight, warm and breathable with a softer feel than traditional wool.

Silk

A natural fibre known for its smooth, luxurious finish.

Lightweight, soft and beautifully draping.

Viscose

A fibre made from plant-based cellulose, commonly sourced from wood pulp.

Soft, lightweight and breathable with a beautiful drape.

Rayon

A plant-derived fibre similar to viscose.

Soft, smooth and lightweight with a flowing feel.

Modal

A soft fibre made from wood-based cellulose.

Smooth, breathable and comfortable with excellent drape.

Tencel™ / Lyocell

A cellulose-based fibre generally made from sustainably sourced wood pulp.

Soft, breathable and smooth with a lightweight, fluid feel.

Polyester

A synthetic fibre commonly used alone or blended with other fibres.

Durable, easy-care and resistant to creasing. Helps garments hold their shape.

Nylon

A lightweight synthetic fibre.

Strong, smooth and durable with good stretch and shape retention.

Acrylic

A synthetic fibre often used as an alternative to wool.

Soft, warm and lightweight. Commonly used in knitwear.

Elastane / Spandex

A highly stretchy synthetic fibre, usually added in small amounts.

Adds stretch, flexibility and helps garments retain their shape.

Cashmere

A fine natural fibre sourced from cashmere goats.

Exceptionally soft, lightweight and warm.

Mohair

A natural fibre sourced from Angora goats.

Soft, warm and fluffy with a slightly textured finish.


Fabric Blends

Many garments use a combination of fibres to create the ideal feel, fit, durability and stretch.

For example, a linen and viscose blend gives you the breathable, natural texture of linen while viscose can add extra softness and drape
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A cotton and elastane blend offers the softness and breathability of cotton with a little extra stretch for comfort.

Please note: Fabric composition can vary between individual garments. Always check the product description and garment care label for specific fibre content and care instructions.