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THE SOUL OF FASHION
fabric
fabrics
Fabrics are the underlyi
ng building blocks
for fashion
Fabric swatches
Fabrics material; fibers
Fabrics made from natural
fibers
Fabrics made from
synthetic / manmade
fibers
Blended fabrics
Fabrics structure
Woven fabric,
Example, chiffon, silk.
Non- woven fabric, Example , leather.
Knitting fabrics , Example, wool, acrylic.
Fabrics types
Woven fabrics Non-woven fabrics Knitting fabrics Silky fabrics Shiny fabrics Gauzy fabrics Needlepoint fabrics Daily use fabrics
Woven fabrics
Non woven fabricsleather
Knitting fabrics
The common fabrics names
Lace & web like & tulleneedlepoint
Chiffon & gauze & organza
Shiny fabricstaffeta & satin & lame
Silky fabricssilk & charmeuse & crape
Corduroy & velvet & velveteen
Daily use fabricslinen & cotton & denim
Acrylic
Boucle
Lycra spandex
Stylish fabrics
Tiger
Zebra
Snake
Leopard
argyle
plaid
stripe
Batik
Fabrics
Characteristics ofSome fabrics
Cotton
Cotton is soft, easy to take care of, doesn’t cost a lot, and durable. It is used mostly in everyday clothesCotton has the ability to have moisture pass through it or “breathe”.
Linen
Wrinkled easily durability colors do not fade after washing breathable
Polyester
Polyester is mixed usually with cotton and other fabrics . It is machine washable, durable, and retains its appearance after stretching. Polyester doesn’t absorb moisture well or “breathe” well
Silk
Silk is known for its smooth appearance and a luxurious handSilk is good for both summer and winter activities. It absorbs moisture for active sports and the summer and retains heat well for the winter.
rayon
Rayon has many of the same qualities as cotton. Because rayon has more of a luster and shouldn’t be washed as frequently as cotton, it would be best to have it as a “high fashion” clothes such as nicer shirts and pants.absorbs moisture, but doesn’t keep people warm, usually mixed with other fabrics,
Wool
Wool is porous and is water resistant; it is great for winter gear
Wool is superb at retaining heat.
Spandex
Spandex is used in many hosiery, support garments, and clothes to help modify the body to look leaner. Spandex is often used in sport garments for its resistance to oil & perspiration characteristics.
Quiz time
1- Batik is an art form which involves........A-GlueB-ClayC-Hot Wax
2- Which of these is a manufactured fibre
A-CottonB-NylonC-Silk
4-....... are the raw materials for all fabrics.A-RibbonsB-FibresC-Wood Pulp
5- what are the main types of fabric structure?
6- what are some characteristics of cotton?
7- name the fabric that jeans are made from?
9- is linen suitable for daily use, give some characteristics of linen?
Name this fabric style?
Name this fabric style?
Name this fabric style?
Finally, after reading the booklet attached, write a shorten article about ( cotton,
silk, rayon)
