Considered Materials Care

Cotton

Cotton is the wise choice for everyday wear. It is made in natural fibre extract from cotton plants, which helps reduce irritation caused and allergy reaction. Besides comfort, cotton is versatile, and it can create different garment functions such as workwear, smart casual, semi-formal wear, etc. Also, it is breathable during a sunny day, and it keeps warm in cold weather.
As fast fashion created mass pollution in recent years, more and more fashion companies started to re-evaluate material offering, and yes, we are part of it. A good quality cotton fabric has high tensile strength that created durable garments which can be worn multiple times or upcycled. Besides that, cotton fabric is biodegradable, and it can be dissolved naturally into the soil and revitalized into a new form to minimize landfill waste.
To ensure the lasting usage of cotton fabric, maintaining proper care methods is important. The washing guidance may vary as there are many types of cotton fabric. Please always refer to the care label before washing.
Below is the tip of washing and drying cotton fabric:
-       Preferably hand wash; Machine washable in a gentle cycle (30C) in laundry bag.
-       Wash separately with light colour.
-       Do not soak for more than 15 minutes.
-       Stretch tenderly after washing to reduce wrinkle.
-       Air dry and dry flat for cotton knit to prevent it stretches longer.
-       Do not tumble dry as high heat will shrink the cotton fabric.
-       Steam iron in med-high heat inside out while the fabric is still damp. If the fabric is dry, pre-moisten it with a spray bottle or use the spray button on your iron to dampen the fabric. Use steam and spray when necessary.
 
TENCEL
 
Wear comfortably and environmentally safe is the current trend for everyone. So TENCEL™ is the best choice that we can start investing in.
TENCEL™ is a biodegradable fibre made from regenerated cellulose that originates from the wood pulp. The wood pulp dissolves in water and organic solvent to form fibre, reducing 99% of wastewater and harmful gases. Indeed, you don’t have to worry about deforestation because the wood is from reliable and certified sources. 
TENCEL™ combines the strength of different fabrics, i.e., the comfort and breathability of cotton, the softness and texture of silk, the durability of polyester, and the aesthetic looks of wool. Not only that, TENCEL™ fabric will help to reduce the growth of odorous bacteria and prevent skin allergies. In addition, TENCEL™ drapes beautifully, and it doesn’t go to wrinkle quickly than other natural fabrics. However, maintaining an appropriate care procedure is essential to prevent unnecessary damage.
Below is the guide for washing and drying TENCEL™ fabric:
-       Preferably hand wash; machine wash with cold water in a gentle cycle in a laundry bag.
-       Wash separately with light colour and other materials, especially those with zipper and button to avoid scratch or rub against the fabric.
-       Pre-soak 15-30 minutes before washing to remove dirt.
-       Do not bleach.
-       Do not tumble dry.
-       Air dry and avoid direct exposure to sunlight which may destroy the fibres.
-       Iron in low temperature if necessary.
-       Professional dry clean if necessary.
 
Linen
 
Linen is the most historical fibre used in making garments using natural plant flax, which can grow efficiently with minimum requirements. It is biodegradable and sustainable because its natural growing process needs very little water.  It also has very few natural enemies, making the use of pesticides obsolete. Instead, the farmer relies on Mother Nature’s morning dew for the necessary moist during the retting process.
Most people will think of its rough and crisp surface when it comes to linen, not knowing that it is as breathable as cotton and lightweight. In addition, it has efficient moisture control that is suitable to wear during humid summer and cold weather. Besides, it is naturally pest resistance that you don’t have to worry about the moth damaging your beloved piece.
Like a good wine, linen gets better with age. Linen is well known for its durable feature; it is getting softer and flexible after prolonged use and washing. Still, it must be careful in the right way too.
Below are the tips for washing and dry linen fabric:
- Preferably hand wash; machine wash with cold water in a gentle cycle in a laundry bag. 
- Wash separately with light colour.
- Do not soak for more than 15 minutes.
- Air dry and avoid long-time direct exposure to the sunlight.
- Do not tumble dry as high heat will shrink the linen fabric.
- Steam iron in med-high heat inside out while the fabric is still damp. If the fabric is dry, pre-moisten it with a spray bottle or use the spray button on your iron to dampen the fabric. Use steam and spray when necessary.

Solotex®

Solotex is a new generation polyester which combines most of the pros of natural fibres. It has a spring-like, helical molecular structure that allow polyester fibre to mix well with other natural and synthetic fibre to form variety textures of fabric. The combination of fibre makes fabric more stretchable, breathable, soften, lighter and water resistance.

In term of sustainability, our first impression to polyester fibre will be “chemical sustain” and “harmful to the environment”. Although Solotex is made of 37% plant-derived material and the rest is fossil-fuel derived material, it is a better choice of polyester fabric that helps to reduce greenhouse gases by mixing with natural fibre and its fibre is recyclable.

 For washing and care part, Solotex offers easy-care characteristics. It has excellence moisture absorption that allows fast drying; and it is wrinkle resistance that requires less ironing as its flexible spring-like fibre structure makes it get back to shape effortlessly. Below are the tips to take care of your Solotex fabric:

 - Preferably hand wash and machine wash on a gentle cycle with cold water at 30°C or less.

- Wash separately with light colour fabric.

- Do not bleach

- Do not soak more than 15 minutes

- Do not tumble dry

- Air dry

- Iron at low temperature if necessary

- Special reminder: Do not wring and machine wash if it is a mask piece, it may damage the nose piece.

Recycled Polyester

Recycled polyester redefines fashion's landscape by reusing discarded materials, offering a second life to post-consumer bottles or existing polyester. It minimizes environmental impact by preventing landfill and ocean pollution while conserving energy and reducing emissions. Retaining quality akin to virgin polyester with fewer resources, it boasts wrinkle resistance, durability, and quick-drying properties. This fabric aligns functionality with environmental responsibility, serving contemporary lifestyles and signaling a significant shift in fashion's sustainable evolution. 

- Preferably hand wash and machine wash on a gentle cycle with cold water at 30°C or less.

- Wash separately with light colour fabric.

- Do not bleach

- Do not tumble dry

- Air dry

- Iron at low temperature only if necessary

Important note: Exposing the pleat design t to high heat during cleaning and ironing can harm the pleat design, leading to flattened pleats. Avoid washing it in water above 30°C and only iron if absolutely necessary.

 

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