Rayon is a textile material that has been used for many years, and it’s a great alternative to cotton. It has a soft feel and dyes well, but there is one downside – the harmful chemicals that have to be used during processing. The most common rayon production process includes using carbon disulfide or hydrogen sulfide gas as intermediates in the reaction of cellulose with acetic acid (Webster). Both of these chemicals are known carcinogens,…
The building blocks for garments and fashion apparel in the world are fabrics. The quality and durability of a piece of garment is dependent on its basic raw material i.e. the fabric. Designers and manufacturers lay special emphasis on the selection of the best quality fabrics for their products and fashion apparel. Ready-made garments that are produced in bulk quantities in factory set-ups have different types of production processes depending upon the fabric they are…
Generally, we hardly give it a thought – what visually appeals to us or attracts us, we end up buying it, right? Have you ever considered what impact your decision would have on you in the long run? Of course, it’s not an investment in some real estate property, but still, you gotta weigh some pros and cons to decide which fabric to opt for. Now, the one-fits-all strategy isn’t going to work here; that’s…
Since the dawn of mankind, we have come a long way in fashion innovations. From covering ourselves with raw skin and leaves to weaving light, smooth cloth from silk, one thing is clear: Fashion has and will always be a very popular thing among people. And with this popularity comes the influx of ideas to make the apparel industry even better and more comfortable for people. Acrylic clothing has been a hallmark of this innovation…
Do your jeans smell like a chemistry lab? Are you embarrassed to wear them in public because of the funky odor? If you’ve ever had a pair of pants that just wouldn’t stop smelling no matter how many times you washed them, you’re not alone. We’ve all been there! Chemical odors can be difficult to get rid of, but with these clever tricks, you’ll have them smelling like new in no time! Why Do My…